The national organization of
professionally published writers.

Artificial Intelligence Advocacy Efforts

The Writers’ Union of Canada calls for best legal and ethical practices from AI companies. Follow the Union’s advocacy efforts, learn more about the issue, and what you can do to protect yourself.
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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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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.



30 Apr

2:00 pm ET
11:00 am PT

A Beginner's Guide to Audiobooks

An introduction to audiobook production, costs, rights management, and how to get started.

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Member Announcement

Mar. 30 2025
Poetry & Jazz with Trevor Carolan and Henry Young

Trevor Carolan

Poet Trevor Carolan reads with jazz guitarist Henry Young.  Carolan will read from his collection In Formless Circumstance (Ekstasis), and from his new work in progress, The Maplewood Suite. Henry Young has played alongside many of the world’s jazz and R & B greats including Nina…

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