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The voice of Canadian book publishing, representing 145 Canadian-owned book publishers and who publish literary, general-trade and scholarly titles.
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The Association of Canadian Publishers Publishers represents over 140 Canadian-owned book publishers, with members from all provinces, and publishing sectors including literary, general trade, scholarly and education. In all its activities, the ACP aims to encourage the writing, publishing, distribution and promotion of Canadian books....An organization that publishes the Canadian Freelance News. Information about the marketplace, and contests.
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Proof Positive a meeting place for freelance writers, photographers, designers and solo entrepreneurs. Join our community of freelance entrepreneurs writers, photographers, designers who are creating wealth and success with their creative talents! Freelance News Name: E-Mail: Subscribe me also to the following list: Contest News HOME Contest News Contests for writers, artists, photographers,...Writing and Publishing
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The Canada Council for the Arts Canada Council for the Arts Conseil des Arts du Canada This site can be viewed in any browser however it is best viewed in web standardscompliantbrowsers. Français Avis Importants Bien qu'il soit possible de visionner le site avec n'importe quel navigateur, il est préférable d'utiliser un navigateur conforme aux normes...An association of writers and supporters formed in 1926 to defend freedom of expression and raise awareness of that right. Assists writers around the world persecuted or exiled for the expression of their thoughts.
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PEN Canada Canada is an association of writers and supporters formed in 1926 to defend freedom of expression and raise awareness of that right. It is one of 140 centres of International PEN in 99 countries, and uses the power of the...Canadian organization of Christians who write, encouraging excellence, hosts conferences and workshops, publishes newsletter, list serve for members, teaching tools, and local groups.
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InScribe Christian Writers Fellowship Inspiring Writers CanadaWide Online fulfilling our purpose GET STARTED Basic Tips Find ideas ID Writing to Try Writer's Glossary Doing Research Using Computers Good software Words Quotes About InScribe All InScribe Events Fall Conference Report FellowScript: Our Newsletter Writers Guidelines InScribe Contests InScribe...National association of professional freelance writers, providing services and benefits to members, and an online free "find a writer" service to businesses that require specialized writers and journalists.
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Periodical Writers Association of Canada C is a national organization representing freelance writers and journalists across the country. ENTER SITE ENTER PWAC BLOG PWAC Media Releases PWAC Media Release on the CanWest Contract PWAC Media Release on American Class Action Settlement PWAC Membership Achievements Showcasing...The Canadian Copyright Licensing Agency
http://www.cancopy.com
A community of writers which exists to support, encourage and promote writers and writing; to safeguard the freedom to write and to read; and to advocate for the well-being of writers.
http://www.writersguild.ab.ca
Represents editors in and near Victoria, BC, Canada. Resource for buyers of contract editing and other communications services.
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PEAVI Home Page Victoria, BC, Canada I provides professional development, networking and support to editors in and around Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. PEAVI members offer a wide range of contract editorial services. Search for an editor by name or keyword. New June 2005: Our Events Page...Dedicated to raising the profile of writers of all kinds, at all levels, and to offering a forum through which they can find support, education and networking opportunities.
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The Writers Circle of Durham Region (WCDR Home Page ...Each July, a community of Northwest writers and instructors gather for a week of readings, lectures and small group intensive workshops at UBC's Green College.
http://www.arts.ubc.ca/bg/
A creative writing group that grew out of a writing course from the University of Toronto.
http://www.geocities.com/poetic15
Promotes professional editing as key in producing effective communications in the corporate, technical, government, non-profit, and publishing sectors.
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EAC/ACR Editors Association of Canada R is an official supporter of BookExpo Canada 2005 About the Editors Association of Canada The Editors Association of Canada promotes professional editing as key in producing effective communications. Its 1,600-plus members, salaried and freelance, work with individuals and in...For fiction writers living in Toronto. Includes web links, writing tips and resources, book reviews, information and advice.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Toronto-Writers
An online community for those Nova Scotians interested in writing, either as a hobby or for a living. Includes a discussion forum and chat room.
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Writers Corner ...Dedicated to those starting out in the world of Canadian media. Articles and discussion forum.
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Canadian News Media Getting your message out through print, radio, TV and online media can be a daunting task, but also a rewarding and satisfying career.Find out about Canadian schools of journalism, get helpful tricks of the trade and browse through some useful...The Alliance works to protect the rights of authors, recognize excellence in writing, and support literacy programs for adults. WANL offers specialized workshops for writers and hosts public readings for the community.
http://www.writersalliance.nf.ca
A portal for Canadian writers that offers news, places to publish, contests, funding options, organization details, links to online resources, books, workshops, festivals, and features.
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places for writers Updated daily with contests, submission calls, news, author profiles, writing events, and other literary tidbits. Let us know about your contest/call. October 23, 2005 WRNB Annual Literary Competition 08:50EDT[Category: Contests] The Writers Federation of New Brunswick invites all Canadian writers...Celebrating the talent and achievements of novelists and poets, biographers and other non-fiction writers through programs and awards. At the same time, making an important investment in nationhood, in the development of a cultural legacy.
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The Writers Trust of Canada ...Writers groups with writing quotes, inspiration and shared critiques.
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welcome I have to work every day it's like weaving, you have to know all the threads Ahron Appelfeld BookcaseResource LinksMore Links Gryphon’s Links MarketsRecipesQuotesWebringsAwardsWritingPrompts Journaling/Memoir Writing Meet Laghairt-our book dragon. Laghairt manages the library. A versatile scrounger of new and...Promotes high editing standards, creates professional development opportunities, and facilitates the exchange of information.
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The Manitoba Editors Association ...Resources for Canadian writers.
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University of Manitoba: Canadian Literature Archive Writer's Resources A new large collection of links to Canadian writers of fiction for young adults. This site is administered by Maureen Arnason, a teacher in the Fort Garry School Division in Winnipeg. It will be of special interest to young adults...Information on self-promotion for Canadian authors including funding, awards, organizations, web sites, workshops, news and events.
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authorial.com: promotional resources for proactive Canadian authors Promotional resources for proactive Canadian authors Canadian Funding Canadian Networks Canadian Events Canadian Author Directory Strategy Upcoming Events: International Festival of Authors Harbourfront Centre October 23rd-November 2nd box office: 415-973-4000 www.readings.org Canada Book Day Word on the Street, various cities,...To feature, showcase, and promote Canadian writers who have been published electronically. Web community.
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Canadian eAuthors Canadian writers who have been published electronically. Question? Comments? We're always happy to hear from you. Send us an email using the form below. Your email address: This site is generously hosted by: SearchTips Searchceauthors.com SearchWWW This page was last...Linking Canada's writers with Canada's schools.
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Writers In Electronic Residence Linking Canada's Writers with Canada's Schools I are very pleased to invite you to join us for WiredWritersReadings, a new pilot series of online readings with award-winning Canadian authors. The schedule follows: Lawrence Hill (Oct. 27 THURSDAY! Susan Glickman (Nov. 10) Elizabeth Ruth (Dec. 1) Join...Edmonton and Fort McMurry International Literary Festival featuring writing from all genres.
http://litfestalberta.com
A local group for people interested in writing and/or drawing.
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EDAWG Home The goal of the group is for people with similar interests to meet once a month to help each other with their work. Meetings are held in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. One meeting usually lasts about 2 hours. It is held...An open forum for writers. Founded by members of the Prince Edward Island Writers' Guild. TWiG meets every Tuesday at the Kirk of St. James.
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TWiG To purchase books click here...Non-profit organization that educates and informs writers about writing techniques, publishing and marketing, and provides networking opportunities for writers. Alberta, Canada.
http://pages.ivillage.com/mysterywritersink/
Organization dedicated to the support and promotion of Victorian writers. Includes contact details, a showcase of work, and links to other useful resources.
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Victoria Writers Society Information and entry rules, plus the 2004 winners. More… QUICK PICKS Read the latest writers’ news! View or download our About Us brochure in PDF format Check out Island Writer magazine Our goal is to provide support, community, and an...Writing club in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Newsletter, poetry, prose, fiction, nonfiction, contests, events and markets.
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West End Writer's Club We are a dynamic group of beginning, emerging, and published writers of every genre (poetry, short fiction, articles, memoirs, novels, plays, etc The Club meets the first three Tuesdays of each month at 7:00 p.m. Barclay Manor 1447 Barclay St...Established in 1975 to foster creative writing and the profession of writing in the province of Nova Scotia. Features information and resources for writers, contest details, and directory of Nova Scotian writers.
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Writers Federation of Nova Scotia Main Page Membership is open to anybody with an interest in writing whether a seasoned professional or an up-and-comer. WFNS Picture News Norene Smiley and Alistair MacLeod, Atlantic Book Awards 2005 Lorri Neilsen-Glenn, Frances Wolfe, HRM Councillor Mary Wile, Carol McDougall, Atlantic...Non-profit organization that represents writers in all disciplines and at all levels of development. Works to promote and assist writers, while also contributing to the community of writing in New Brunswick.
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Writers Federation of New Brunswick Brunswick is a community of writers, both amateur and professional, who strive to develop the craft of writing and who work to promote and encourage the literary arts in New Brunswick. Writers Federation of New Brunswick P.O. Box 37, Station...A group for professional writers in the Vancouver area who are trying to break out of the non-fiction mold into fiction and creative non-fiction. The group meets biweekly to workshop pieces-in-progress. Membership by application.
http://www3.telus.net/letterhead/
Based in Calgary, Alberta, the organization provides a support network for romance writers in all genres and promotes excellence in the craft of writing romantic fiction. Site features news and events, membership information, writers' showcase, writing tips and newsletter.
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You are a writer looking for writers… You’ve achieved your goal. Welcome to the Alberta Romance Writers’ Association, founded on the craft of writing. Since May 28, 1987, ARWA has been assisting writers with prose, networking and the art of...Workshops, notes from PWAC TO seminars, enewsletter and calendar of events.
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PWAC Toronto seminars, workshops and networking events for freelance writers C has been promoting the rights and careers of freelance writers and journalists for 25 years and has over 500 members. Membership information: info@pwac.ca. PWAC Toronto is the country's largest PWAC chapter with 110+ members who write for a variety...An ongoing series of events based in Peterborough, Ontario which motivates the creators of fiction, poetry, theatre, performance and lecture by promoting new and adventurous authors to an engaged and informal audience.
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Cooked and Eaten Reading Series in Peterborough, Ontario Eaten is an ongoing series of events based in Peterborough, Ontario which motivates the creators of fiction, poetry, theatre, performance and lecture by promoting new and adventurous authors to an engaged and informal audience. If you would like to be...Topics of interest to ethnic journalists and official site of Canadian Ethnic Journalists' and Writers' Club.
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Canscene News Service: multilingual ethnic information Canadian news and information service to help you understand this multicultural country of ours. Canscene vigorously supports Canadian unity, the maintenance of a strong Canadian identity and the role of diversity within that identity. Canscene is published as a voluntary...An association of Christian Canadian writers and editors. Site offers classes, workshops, critique service and membership information.
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Home The Word Guild Watch a short promotional video about The Word Guild. The Word Guild is an association of Canadian writers and editors who are Christian, and who are committed to encouraging one another and fostering standards of excellence in the art, craft,...A community of writers which exists to support, encourage and promote writers and writing; to safeguard the freedom to write and to read; and to advocate for the well-being of writers.
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Welcome to the Writers Guild of Alberta Alberta is a provincial arts service organization that represents both professional and emerging writers in Alberta. Our mission is to support, encourage and promote writers and writing, to safeguard the freedom to write and to read, and to advocate for...A resource for budding writers who wish to meet others with this common interest. Participate in workshops, share your prose during reading and feedback nights, and spend evenings with published authors.
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Canadian Writers Society How would you like to be a part of something special? The CWS is a group of writers, aspiring and published, who believe in sharing their works and ideas with other like-minded individuals. Society activities include monthly Reading and Feedback,...Non-profit organization that educates and informs writers about writing techniques, publishing and marketing, and provides networking opportunities for writers. Alberta, Canada.
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INK Mystery Writer's INK Ink was incorporated as a non-profit society in Alberta, Canada in May 2002. INK supports writers of mystery fiction by: educating and informing writers about writing techniques, publishing and marketing providing networking opportunities for writers. Next Event: info sessionJuly 28,...Vancouver branch of the Canadian Authors Association.
http://www.canauthorsvancouver.org/