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The Union is accepting mentee applications for Creating Mentorship for Deaf and Disabled Writers! This is a free, one-on-one mentorship program. Extended Deadline: November 2, 2026.
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Leah Horlick
Writer and Poet (Photo: Leah Horlick)
I'm grateful to be part of a wide network of writers looking out for new ways to support and advocate for one another.
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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.
Member Announcement
Oct. 1 2026
A. J. B. Johnston
A.J.B. Johnston will be speaking at the Pictou Library in Pictou, NS, at 5 pm on October 13, 2026. His focus will be on his lifetime of writing history, fiction, and museum exhibits. His career has been filled with lots of serendipitous moments and experiences. John acknowledges the support he…
