Words Matter: A QWF Statement Supporting #BlackLivesMatter
The Quebec Writers’ Federation condemns racism. We hear and support those who are on the front lines fighting injustice. Anti-Blackness is systemic and exists in Quebec and Canada. What can we do with our heartbreak and outrage? As writers, … More info Read more
Read moreQWF and COVID-19
Like pretty much everyone else in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, and the world, we at QWF are concerned about doing our part to help “flatten the curve” so the healthcare system won’t be overwhelmed. As such, we are holding a … More info Read more
Read moreThe 2020 Max Margles Writing Resident is…
…Tracey Waddleton! The Quebec Writers’ Federation is delighted to announce that the recipient of the 2020 Max Margles Writing Residency is Montreal writer Tracey Waddleton! Tracey will spend the month of August 2020 in St Patrick’s Park Lodge, Dublin, … More info Read more
Read moreFaith Paré honours Mairuth Sarsfield — accomplished author, journalist, and beacon for Black women
Faith is the recipient of the 2020 QWF Mairuth Sarsfield Mentorship Before I learned of Mairuth Sarsfield, I was searching for her—I didn’t know exactly who or what I would find, but I hoped it was someone like me. … More info Read more
Read moreThe Spring 2020 Workshops Are Open for Registration!
The Spring 2020 QWF Workshops are now open for registration! As with our Fall 2019 session, participants can book and pay online. We’re offering a mix of 8- and 10-week evening workshops during the week, and several Saturday workshops … More info Read more
Read moreAnnouncing the QWF Fresh Pages Class of 2020!
Congratulations to the first group of writers to participate in QWF’s new Fresh Pages initiative, which is designed to create opportunities for promising writers and playwrights who, because of their ethnic or racial profile, have faced systemic and/or financial barriers … More info Read more
Read moreThe 2020 QWF Mentorship Program: Call for Applications from Quebec English-language Writers
Deadline: Tuesday, October 15, 2019 This program is intended for Quebec residents who do not have other resources at hand for professional mentorship. As such, students currently in writing programs and authors working with a professional editor/publisher are not … More info Read more
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