The national organization of
professionally published writers.

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Waubgeshig Rice

Writer and Journalist

Being a TWUC member has connected me to a talented, resourceful, and very kind community of writers that spans the whole country.

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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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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

Sell Your Book: An Author’s Guide to Publicity and Promotion

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Member Announcement

Mar. 31 2026

How to Turn Your Genius into a Book Free Training

Jenny Mouse

Feel Called to Write a Book—but Don’t Know What to Write?If you want to make an impact on the world with your non-fiction book, but you are unclear what to focus on, this webinar is for you.Hi, I'm your writing coach Jenny Mouse! I help thought leaders turn their genius into a book, because I…