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Yuk Yuks is having a contest

It’s a sign. Yuk Yuks, the 800-lb. gorilla of Canadian comedy, is having a contest, called the Great Canadian Laugh Off, and they’re giving away lawts of munney. Entrants must sign up online by December 15, 2005, 12 am PST. A random computer draw will select the final 52 people chosen to compete.

Entries are open to comics from around the world and the grand prize winner will be presented with a cheque for $25,000 and the credentials to become the next big standup comedy star.

We assume that, since it’s a “cheque” and not a “check” that it’ll be made out in Canadian dollars and not U.S. We’re just a tad skeptical of the “next big standup star” claim, but hey, it’s a contest press release!

It’s a sign. We figure that two things are at play here: Yuks is making oodles of money these days (as are a good number of comedy clubs in North America, due to the resurgence of live standup comedy) and Yuks is feeling the heat of competition like never before. Either way, it’s a good thing.

Hop onto the above URL for details. The grand finale will take place over seven days, kicking off Feb. 6 at the Toronto Yuks.