The figure run has been increased this year, that is 100% guaranteed.
The only way to get one is to arrive at the Convention early as they are first come, first get.
No pre-registration as of yet. News will be posted shortly about the 2009 Canadian Joe Con.
As long as you're a member of this board, or the mailing list at
www.canadianjoecon.com - You'll be kept up to date. :-)