The national organization of
professionally published writers.

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Eve Silver
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The Union supports a diverse tapestry of Canadian writers, ensuring the rights and protecting the interests of both traditionally and self-published authors.

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  • Powerful advocacy in support of writers’ rights
  • Connection with a community of professional writers across the country
  • Increased income opportunities through public and school readings programs
  • Free professional development resources and how-to guides
  • Be paid to mentor, or be mentored by, another writer through the Union’s Mentorship Microgrants
  • Access to dedicated staff for contract advice and grievance assistance
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Member Announcement

Nov. 4 2026

Elizabeth Haynes and Jacqueline Carmichael

NORTH/WEST PASSAGES ONLINE READING EVENTTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM MT ON ZOOMYou're invited to join us for NorthWest Passages, an online reading event of The Writers’ Union of Canada.Hear four fabulous Alberta authors read their fiction, nonfiction and poetry, including:Fran…

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