Writers' Union of Canada
Record #: BAR1055 | Last Modified: 28 Jun 2019 | Last Full Update: 28 Jun 2019 |
Contacts | |
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Office Phone | 416-703-8982 |
Fax | 416-504-9090 |
info@writersunion.ca | |
Website | www.writersunion.ca |
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Primary Contact | Valerie Laws, Office Administrator; Phone: 416-703-8982 ext 224 |
Primary Executive | John Degen, Executive Director; Phone: 416-703-8982 ext 221; Email: jdegen@writersunion.ca |
Addresses | |
Address & Map | |
Intersection | Spadina Ave and Richmond St W |
Physical Access | Not Accessible |
Description | |
Description (Service) | National organization of professional writers of books * work with governments, publishers, booksellers, and readers to improve the conditions of Canadian writers * range of programs for members and the public: * Ghost Writing * Manuscript Evaluations * National Public Readings Program * National Public Readings Northern Program * The Ontario Writers-in-the-School Programs * Professional Development: cross-country workshops, OnWords Conference, and reports on issues relating to the business of writing * access to information on how and when to file a grievance for members Awards and Competitions * Danuta Gleed Literary Award: annual award of $10,000 , see website for application deadline * Short Prose Competition for Emerging Writers: annual award of $2,500, wee website for application deadline * Freedom to Read Award, see website for more information * Graeme Gibson Award, see website for more information |
Service Details | |
Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm |
Areas Served | Canada |
Eligibility | Call or visit website for eligibility requirements |
Application | Apply for membership online |
Languages | English |
Fees | Membership ; Program - various for programs * see website for details ; Service - Manuscript Evaluation Service |
Subjects | |
Service Categories | Arts Associations ; Humanities Clubs/Societies ~ Arts and Culture Occupations |