Mark Breslin

Mark Breslin is a Canadian entrepreneur best known for co-founding the world-renowned stand-up comedy club chain, Yuk Yuk’s, in 1976. He played a pivotal role in popularizing comedy as a mainstream entertainment form in Canada and beyond. Breslin has also been involved in comedy publishing and media, promoting emerging comedians and shaping the comedy industry. His work helped transform stand-up comedy from small, niche venues into a major entertainment industry, providing platforms for many now-famous comedians to develop their careers.