Writer in Residence programs host a writer who spends their residency interacting with the community. Writers in Residence usually offer individual manuscript consultations, as well as hosting public events. We encourage writers to make use of Writer in Residence programs in their community. If there isn’t a program currently in your area, some Writers in Residence may offer remote consultations. Visit the links below to find out more!
Alexandra Writers’ Centre Society
Jenna Butler, September – November 2023
Athabasca University Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences Writer in Residence
Myrna Kostash, 2022– 2023
Calgary Public Library Author in Residence
Elizabeth Haynes, September – November 2023
Edmonton Public Library Writer in Residence
Kate Boorman, 2023
MacEwan University Faculty of Arts and Science Writer in Residence
Audrey J. Whitson, 2023
EPL Metro Writer in Residence
Tololwa Mollel, 2023
Mount Royal University Writer in Residence Program
George Elliott Clarke, Jan. 31 – Feb. 4, 2022
TBA, 2023
Queen’s University, Department of English
Peter Midgley, 2023
University of Alberta Department of English and Film Studies Writer in Residence
Bänoo Zan, 2022-23
University of Calgary Distinguished Writers Program
Leah Horlick, 2022-23