The national organization of
professionally published writers.

Getting published

Finished your first manuscript? Part way through a promising work-in-progress? Have a great idea for a story? Getting published can be a challenge, but TWUC is here to help. Read our free Getting Published FAQs to understand your next steps.

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Hybrid Author

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

HOW TWUC SUPPORTS OUR MEMBERS

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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Upcoming Webinars

The Writers’ Union of Canada presents webinars on a range of craft and business topics for writers. All TWUC webinars are closed captioned. Learn more about accessibility at the Union. The following webinars are open to the public; members of the Union can find special member-exclusive webinars and recordings in the TWUC Member Portal.

5 Mar

3:00 pm ET
12:00 pm PT

Getting Paid Through PLR

Learn about the Public Lending Right Program (PLR) and their new online registration process.

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Full List of Webinars

Member Announcement

Feb. 7 2026

Announcing ELLWAY

Nancy Vo

Groundwood Books’ Karen Li has acquired world rights to author-illustrator Nancy Vo’s Ellway, a gently humorous story about a trio of companions who work together to problem solve when they hear a mysterious voice coming from inside a well, introducing children to the concept of language…