Writer in Residence programs host writers who spend 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!
*Please note that most Writers in Residence (WIR) programs take place for only part of the year. We update the WIR as they’re announced.
Alexandra Writers’ Centre Society
paulo da costa, September – November 2025
Athabasca University Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences Writer in Residence
Bertrand Bickersteth, 2024-2025
Calgary Public Library Author in Residence
paulo da costa, September – November 2024
MacEwan University Faculty of Arts and Science Writer in Residence
Jenna Butler, 2025
Metro Edmonton Writers in Residence
Edmonton Public Library – Rhonda Parrish, 2025
St. Albert and Strathcona County Public Library – Anna Marie Sewell, 2025
Mount Royal University Writer in Residence Program
Shaun Crawford, 2024-2025
Queen’s University, Department of English
Nancy Jo Cullen, 2025
University of Alberta Department of English and Film Studies Writer in Residence
Ryan Fitzpatrick, 2024-25
University of Calgary Distinguished Writers Program
Danny Ramadan, 2024-25