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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn with QWF
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 7\, 2026\, 12:00–1:00 pm ETOpen to all—register for Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking to learn more about QWF\, what we do\, and how we can help you as a writer? \n\n\n\nJoin us for a Lunch & Learn with QWF! \n\n\n\nIn this quarterly online orientation session\, we provide a deep dive into our many programs and services and how we can help you in your writing journey. Whether you’re new to QWF\, want to learn about a particular program\, or simply want to meet the team\, we welcome you to join us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRiley Palanca (Membership Services Coordinator) will discuss QWF programs and services for emerging and aspiring writers\, including our mentorship program\, Shut Up & Write writing sessions\, and writing workshops. \n\n\n\nLori Schubert (Executive Director) will explain QWF programs and services for more established writers\, including the Writers in the Community program\, the Hire a Writer Directory\, and the QWF Awards. \n\n\n\nJohn Wickham (Communications Officer) will provide a brief tour of the website\, highlighting sections and resources that are particularly useful to QWF members. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all. We hope to see you there! \n\n\n\nTo get the Zoom link: Fill out the registration form. You’ll receive the Zoom link by email shortly thereafter. \n\n\n\nIf you have trouble registering or joining the meeting\, contact John at john@qwf.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLunch & Learn with QWF is our quarterly orientation series to welcome new members and provide an overview of QWF’s activities. The next one after April 7 will be in July. Learn more about our Lunch & Learn series. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://qwf.org/event/lunch-learn-with-qwf-apr-2026/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn,QWF Events,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 28\, 2026\, 10:00 am–12:30 pm ETOnline via Zoom—RSVP below to receive the Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nRegister below to do all that writing you’ve been meaning to do. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nThe Zoom link will be sent out a day or two before the session. \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n10:00–10:25: Writing 110:25–10:30: Break10:30–10:55: Writing 210:55–11:00: Break11:00–11:25: Writing 311:25–11:30: Break11:30–11:55: Writing 411:55–12:00: Break12:00–12:25: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo receive the Zoom link\, RSVP below. You will receive the Zoom link a few days before the session. \n\n\n\nNote: RSVPs for virtual Shut Up & Write! sessions close 24 hours before the session begins. If there is no option to RSVP\, RSVPs are closed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are registered but can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-virtual-56/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Writing Medicine Authentically in Speculative Fiction
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 24\, 202612:00–1:15 pm ETFree\, Online via Zoom—Register for Link\n\n\n\nMedicine is an integral part of our lives—and\, often\, our stories. In this presentation\, author and pathologist Kyrie Wang will discuss the importance of authentic representations of medicine in fiction\, including how to incorporate medical content into your writing and avoid common mistakes. Join us as we explore medicine as not only scientific practice but also a cornerstone of society\, culture\, and world-building. \n\n\n\nThis discussion will be focused on medicine in speculative fiction\, but writers of all fiction genres are encouraged and welcome to join. \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenter\n\n\n\nKyrie Wang is a medical mystery detective (fancy words for “pathologist\, MD”) by day and a dreamweaver of historical fantasy by night. Pencil on paper makes her cry and laugh\, and every book she writes is like living another life. She loves writing stories where people discover their true selves\, goodness wins\, and the forgotten and voiceless become heroes. When she isn’t peering through a microscope or building hamster toys with her daughter\, Kyrie is at her keyboard\, chasing the next adventure. \n\n\n\nFor a free novel\, The Thief’s Keeper (An Enemy’s Keeper Prequel)\, please visit www.kyriewang.com. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Zoom link
URL:https://qwf.org/event/lunch-and-learn-writing-medicine-authentically-in-speculative-fiction/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 20\, 2026\, 12:30 pm–3:00 pmFree\, In PersonQWF Office (Room 3\, 1200 Atwater Ave.\, Westmount)\n\n\n\nRegister for the session by filling out the RSVP form below. \n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nJoin us for an in-person Shut Up & Write session at the QWF office! \n\n\n\nDo all that writing you’ve been meaning to do\, and meet a few of your fellow QWF members. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n12:30–12:55: Writing 112:55–1:00: Break1:00–1:25: Writing 21:25–1:30: Break1:30–1:55: Writing 31:55–2:00: Break2:00–2:25: Writing 42:25–2:30: Break2:30–2:55: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo register\, RSVP below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting to the QWF Office\n\n\n\nOur office is located on the top floor of the Atwater Library and Computer Centre\, in Room 3. \n\n\n\nAddress: 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3Westmount\, QC H3Z 1X4 \n\n\n\nClosest Metro: Atwater Station \n\n\n\nClosest Bus lines: 24\, 63\, 90\, 104\, 138\, 144\, 150 \n\n\n\nAccessibility:\n\n\n\nThe QWF Office is fully accessible by wheelchair from the side entrance on Tupper Street. Once inside\, there is an elevator to the second floor\, where the QWF office is. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the office location and accessibility. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session is now full. To join the waitlist\, please email john@qwf.org.  \n\n\n\nIf you registered for the session but can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-in-person-57/
LOCATION:QWF Office\, 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3\, Westmount\, QC\, H3Z 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 14\, 2026\, 10:00 am–12:30 pm ETOnline via Zoom—RSVP below to receive the Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nRegister below to do all that writing you’ve been meaning to do. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nThe Zoom link will be sent out a day or two before the session. \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n10:00–10:25: Writing 110:25–10:30: Break10:30–10:55: Writing 210:55–11:00: Break11:00–11:25: Writing 311:25–11:30: Break11:30–11:55: Writing 411:55–12:00: Break12:00–12:25: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo receive the Zoom link\, RSVP below. You will receive the Zoom link a few days before the session. \n\n\n\nNote: RSVPs for virtual Shut Up & Write! sessions close 24 hours before the session begins. If there is no option to RSVP\, RSVPs are closed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are registered but can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-virtual-55/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 6\, 2026\, 12:30 pm–3:00 pmFree\, In PersonQWF Office (Room 3\, 1200 Atwater Ave.\, Westmount)\n\n\n\nRegister for the session by filling out the RSVP form below. \n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nJoin us for an in-person Shut Up & Write session at the QWF office! \n\n\n\nDo all that writing you’ve been meaning to do\, and meet a few of your fellow QWF members. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n12:30–12:55: Writing 112:55–1:00: Break1:00–1:25: Writing 21:25–1:30: Break1:30–1:55: Writing 31:55–2:00: Break2:00–2:25: Writing 42:25–2:30: Break2:30–2:55: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo register\, RSVP below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting to the QWF Office\n\n\n\nOur office is located on the top floor of the Atwater Library and Computer Centre\, in Room 3. \n\n\n\nAddress: 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3Westmount\, QC H3Z 1X4 \n\n\n\nClosest Metro: Atwater Station \n\n\n\nClosest Bus lines: 24\, 63\, 90\, 104\, 138\, 144\, 150 \n\n\n\nAccessibility:\n\n\n\nThe QWF Office is fully accessible by wheelchair from the side entrance on Tupper Street. Once inside\, there is an elevator to the second floor\, where the QWF office is. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the office location and accessibility. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session is now full. To be put on the waitlist\, email john@qwf.org. You will be notified if a spot becomes available. \n\n\n\nIf you registered for the session but can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-in-person-56/
LOCATION:QWF Office\, 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3\, Westmount\, QC\, H3Z 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T120000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn with: The Public Lending Right (PLR)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 3\, 202612:00–1:00 pm ETFree\, Online via Zoom—Register for Link\n\n\n\nDid you know that authors can receive payment when their books are in libraries? This is called the Public Lending Right (PLR). In Canada\, the PLR Program sends yearly payments to writers and other creators whose works are in public libraries. \n\n\n\nThe Quebec Writers’ Federation is excited to host PLR Program Manager Peter Schneider and PLR Program Analyst Lori Knoll for our next Lunch and Learn. They will give an overview of the program\, including who is eligible\, how payments work\, and what has recently changed in the registration process. \n\n\n\nWhether you already have a book in a public library or are working towards one\, this Lunch and Learn will acquaint you with a program that helps writers get paid for their work. \n\n\n\nThis session is free and open to all.  \n\n\n\nThis session will be recorded and available to view until May 1\, 2026. \n\n\n\nRegister to get the Zoom link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Zoom Link
URL:https://qwf.org/event/lunch-learn-with-the-public-lending-right-plr/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T100000
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 28\, 2026\, 10:00 am–12:30 pm ETOnline via Zoom—RSVP below to receive the Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nRegister below to do all that writing you’ve been meaning to do. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nThe Zoom link will be sent out a day or two before the session. \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n10:00–10:25: Writing 110:25–10:30: Break10:30–10:55: Writing 210:55–11:00: Break11:00–11:25: Writing 311:25–11:30: Break11:30–11:55: Writing 411:55–12:00: Break12:00–12:25: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo receive the Zoom link\, RSVP below. You will receive the Zoom link a few days before the session. \n\n\n\nNote: RSVPs for virtual Shut Up & Write! sessions close 24 hours before the session begins. If there is no option to RSVP\, RSVPs are closed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are registered but can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-virtual-54/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T123000
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, February 20\, 2026\, 12:30 pm–3:00 pmFree\, In PersonQWF Office (Room 3\, 1200 Atwater Ave.\, Westmount)\n\n\n\nRegister for the session by filling out the RSVP form below. \n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nJoin us for an in-person Shut Up & Write session at the QWF office! \n\n\n\nDo all that writing you’ve been meaning to do\, and meet a few of your fellow QWF members. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n12:30–12:55: Writing 112:55–1:00: Break1:00–1:25: Writing 21:25–1:30: Break1:30–1:55: Writing 31:55–2:00: Break2:00–2:25: Writing 42:25–2:30: Break2:30–2:55: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo register\, RSVP below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting to the QWF Office\n\n\n\nOur office is located on the top floor of the Atwater Library and Computer Centre\, in Room 3. \n\n\n\nAddress: 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3Westmount\, QC H3Z 1X4 \n\n\n\nClosest Metro: Atwater Station \n\n\n\nClosest Bus lines: 24\, 63\, 90\, 104\, 138\, 144\, 150 \n\n\n\nAccessibility:\n\n\n\nThe QWF Office is fully accessible by wheelchair from the side entrance on Tupper Street. Once inside\, there is an elevator to the second floor\, where the QWF office is. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the office location and accessibility. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session is now full. To be put on the waitlist\, please email john@qwf.org. \n\n\n\nIf you registered for the session but can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-in-person-55/
LOCATION:QWF Office\, 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3\, Westmount\, QC\, H3Z 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T100000
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, February 14\, 2026\, 10:00 am–12:30 pm ETOnline via Zoom—RSVP below to receive the Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nRegister below to do all that writing you’ve been meaning to do. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nThe Zoom link will be sent out a day or two before the session. \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n10:00–10:25: Writing 110:25–10:30: Break10:30–10:55: Writing 210:55–11:00: Break11:00–11:25: Writing 311:25–11:30: Break11:30–11:55: Writing 411:55–12:00: Break12:00–12:25: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo receive the Zoom link\, RSVP below. You will receive the Zoom link a few days before the session. \n\n\n\nNote: RSVPs for virtual Shut Up & Write! sessions close 24 hours before the session begins. If there is no option to RSVP\, RSVPs are closed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are registered but can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-virtual-53/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T123000
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 6\, 2026\, 12:30 pm–3:00 pmFree\, In PersonQWF Office (Room 3\, 1200 Atwater Ave.\, Westmount)\n\n\n\nRegister for the session by filling out the RSVP form below. \n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nJoin us for an in-person Shut Up & Write session at the QWF office! \n\n\n\nDo all that writing you’ve been meaning to do\, and meet a few of your fellow QWF members. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n12:30–12:55: Writing 112:55–1:00: Break1:00–1:25: Writing 21:25–1:30: Break1:30–1:55: Writing 31:55–2:00: Break2:00–2:25: Writing 42:25–2:30: Break2:30–2:55: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo register\, RSVP below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting to the QWF Office\n\n\n\nOur office is located on the top floor of the Atwater Library and Computer Centre\, in Room 3. \n\n\n\nAddress: 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3Westmount\, QC H3Z 1X4 \n\n\n\nClosest Metro: Atwater Station \n\n\n\nClosest Bus lines: 24\, 63\, 90\, 104\, 138\, 144\, 150 \n\n\n\nAccessibility:\n\n\n\nThe QWF Office is fully accessible by wheelchair from the side entrance on Tupper Street. Once inside\, there is an elevator to the second floor\, where the QWF office is. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the office location and accessibility. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session is now full.  \n\n\n\nIf you registered for the session but can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-in-person-54/
LOCATION:QWF Office\, 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3\, Westmount\, QC\, H3Z 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn with: Confabulation
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 3\, 202612:00–1:00 pm ETFree\, online—register for Zoom link\n\n\n\nConfabulation is a monthly storytelling event based in Montreal\, Victoria\, and Calgary. Storytellers share honest stories from their lives without notes\, props\, or gimmicks. \n\n\n\nThis Lunch & Learn will give you more information about Confabulation and storytelling. Prospective storytellers can learn how to pitch their story and participate in one of their shows. You can also learn how their storytelling workshops and coaching can enhance your daily communication skills. Whether you are a published author looking to branch into literary performance\, an emerging writer longing to share your story\, or a literary lover in want of engaging\, entertaining events\, you are invited to learn from Confabulation’s founding artistic director\, Matt Goldberg\, and general manager\, Deb Vanslet\, in this free information session. \n\n\n\nThis session will be recorded and published on QWF’s YouTube channel. \n\n\n\nRegister to get the Zoom link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Zoom link
URL:https://qwf.org/event/lunch-learn-with-confabulation/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T123000
DTSTAMP:20260409T040136
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 31\, 2026\, 10:00 am–12:30 pm ETOnline via Zoom—RSVP below to receive the Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nRegister below to do all that writing you’ve been meaning to do. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nThe Zoom link will be sent out a day or two before the session. \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n10:00–10:25: Writing 110:25–10:30: Break10:30–10:55: Writing 210:55–11:00: Break11:00–11:25: Writing 311:25–11:30: Break11:30–11:55: Writing 411:55–12:00: Break12:00–12:25: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo receive the Zoom link\, RSVP below. You will receive the Zoom link a few days before the session. \n\n\n\nNote: RSVPs for virtual Shut Up & Write! sessions close 24 hours before the session begins. If there is no option to RSVP\, RSVPs are closed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are registered but can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-virtual-52/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T040136
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, January 23\, 2026\, 12:30 pm–3:00 pmFree\, In PersonQWF Office (Room 3\, 1200 Atwater Ave.\, Westmount)\n\n\n\nRegister for the session by filling out the RSVP form below. \n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nJoin us for an in-person Shut Up & Write session at the QWF office! \n\n\n\nDo all that writing you’ve been meaning to do\, and meet a few of your fellow QWF members. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n12:30–12:55: Writing 112:55–1:00: Break1:00–1:25: Writing 21:25–1:30: Break1:30–1:55: Writing 31:55–2:00: Break2:00–2:25: Writing 42:25–2:30: Break2:30–2:55: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo register\, RSVP below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting to the QWF Office\n\n\n\nOur office is located on the top floor of the Atwater Library and Computer Centre\, in Room 3. \n\n\n\nAddress: 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3Westmount\, QC H3Z 1X4 \n\n\n\nClosest Metro: Atwater Station \n\n\n\nClosest Bus lines: 24\, 63\, 90\, 104\, 138\, 144\, 150 \n\n\n\nAccessibility:\n\n\n\nThe QWF Office is fully accessible by wheelchair from the side entrance on Tupper Street. Once inside\, there is an elevator to the second floor\, where the QWF office is. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the office location and accessibility. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you registered for the session but can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-in-person-53/
LOCATION:QWF Office\, 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3\, Westmount\, QC\, H3Z 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T190000
DTSTAMP:20260409T040136
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SUMMARY:Launch of Quist Issue 3
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 22\, 2026\, 7:00 pm ET\n\n\n\nQWF’s literary magazine for youth\, Quist\, is throwing a launch party!Join us on January 22nd at 7pm at Pulp Books to celebrate Quist‘s third issue. There will be readings by issue contributors\, followed by light refreshments.This is a free event and all ages are welcome. We can’t wait to see you there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead Issue 3 NOw
URL:https://qwf.org/event/launch-of-quist-issue-3/
LOCATION:Librairie Pulp Books & Cafe\, 3952 Wellington Street\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H4G1V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Book Launch,QWF Events,Reading
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T123000
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 17\, 2026\, 10:00 am–12:30 pm ETOnline via Zoom—RSVP below to receive the Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nRegister below to do all that writing you’ve been meaning to do. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nThe Zoom link will be sent out a day or two before the session. \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n10:00–10:25: Writing 110:25–10:30: Break10:30–10:55: Writing 210:55–11:00: Break11:00–11:25: Writing 311:25–11:30: Break11:30–11:55: Writing 411:55–12:00: Break12:00–12:25: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo receive the Zoom link\, RSVP below. You will receive the Zoom link a few days before the session. \n\n\n\nNote: RSVPs for virtual Shut Up & Write! sessions close 24 hours before the session begins. If there is no option to RSVP\, RSVPs are closed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNote: We are aware of a glitch rendering our RSVP forms unresponsive for some users. If you encounter difficulties registering for this session\, email John Wickham at john@qwf.org\, who will register you manually.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-virtual-51/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T040136
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T171425Z
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SUMMARY:The Words and Music Show Presents: Pigs&Wolves
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 15\, 2026Doors: 6:30 pm\, Show: 7:00 pm ET\n\n\n\nMontreal-based poetry-rock group Pigs&Wolves plays Casa del Popolo (4873 Boulevard Saint-Laurent). Featuring special guest Tara McGowan-Ross. \n\n\n\nTickets available at the door (cash or card). \n\n\n\nPart of the Quebec Writers’ Federation’s Words and Music series. \n\n\n\nListen to Pigs&Wolves EP The Unfortunate Waggle.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/words-music-presents-pigs-wolves/
LOCATION:Casa del Popolo\, 4873 boul. St-Laurent\, Montreal\, Quebec\, H2T 1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance,Words and Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T040136
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn with QWF
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, January 13\, 2026\, 12:00–1:00 pm ETOpen to all—register for Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking to learn more about QWF\, what we do\, and how we can help you as a writer? \n\n\n\nJoin us for a Lunch & Learn with QWF! \n\n\n\nIn this quarterly online orientation session\, we provide a deep dive into our many programs and services and how we can help you in your writing journey. Whether you’re new to QWF\, want to learn about a particular program\, or simply want to meet the team\, we welcome you to join us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRiley Palanca (Membership Services Coordinator) will discuss QWF programs and services for emerging and aspiring writers\, including our mentorship program\, Shut Up & Write writing sessions\, and writing workshops. \n\n\n\nLori Schubert (Executive Director) will explain QWF programs and services for more established writers\, including the Writers in the Community program\, the Hire a Writer Directory\, and the QWF Awards. \n\n\n\nJohn Wickham (Communications Officer) will provide a brief tour of the website\, highlighting sections and resources that are particularly useful to QWF members. \n\n\n\nFree and open to all. We hope to see you there! \n\n\n\nTo get the Zoom link: Fill out the registration form. You’ll receive the Zoom link by email shortly thereafter. \n\n\n\nIf you have trouble registering or joining the meeting\, contact John at john@qwf.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLunch & Learn with QWF is our quarterly orientation series to welcome new members and provide an overview of QWF’s activities. The next one after July 22 will be in October. Learn more about our Lunch & Learn series. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://qwf.org/event/lunch-learn-with-qwf-8/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn,QWF Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T150000
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, January 9\, 2026\, 12:30 pm–3:00 pmFree\, In PersonQWF Office (Room 3\, 1200 Atwater Ave.\, Westmount)\n\n\n\nRegister for the session by filling out the RSVP form below. \n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nJoin us for an in-person Shut Up & Write session at the QWF office! \n\n\n\nDo all that writing you’ve been meaning to do\, and meet a few of your fellow QWF members. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n12:30–12:55: Writing 112:55–1:00: Break1:00–1:25: Writing 21:25–1:30: Break1:30–1:55: Writing 31:55–2:00: Break2:00–2:25: Writing 42:25–2:30: Break2:30–2:55: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo register\, RSVP below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting to the QWF Office\n\n\n\nOur office is located on the top floor of the Atwater Library and Computer Centre\, in Room 3. \n\n\n\nAddress: 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3Westmount\, QC H3Z 1X4 \n\n\n\nClosest Metro: Atwater Station \n\n\n\nClosest Bus lines: 24\, 63\, 90\, 104\, 138\, 144\, 150 \n\n\n\nAccessibility:\n\n\n\nThe QWF Office is fully accessible by wheelchair from the side entrance on Tupper Street. Once inside\, there is an elevator to the second floor\, where the QWF office is. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the office location and accessibility. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you registered and can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org to notify us. \n\n\n\nNote: We are aware of a glitch rendering our RSVP forms unresponsive for some users. If you encounter difficulties registering for this session\, email john@qwf.org\, who will register you manually.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-in-person-51/
LOCATION:QWF Office\, 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3\, Westmount\, QC\, H3Z 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251220T123000
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 20\, 2025\, 10:00 am–12:30 pm ETOnline via Zoom—RSVP below to receive the Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nRegister below to do all that writing you’ve been meaning to do. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nThe Zoom link will be sent out a day or two before the session. \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n10:00–10:25: Writing 110:25–10:30: Break10:30–10:55: Writing 210:55–11:00: Break11:00–11:25: Writing 311:25–11:30: Break11:30–11:55: Writing 411:55–12:00: Break12:00–12:25: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo receive the Zoom link\, RSVP below. You will receive the Zoom link a few days before the session. \n\n\n\nNote: RSVPs for virtual Shut Up & Write! sessions close 24 hours before the session begins. If there is no option to RSVP\, RSVPs are closed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNote: We are aware of a glitch rendering our RSVP forms unresponsive for some users. If you encounter difficulties registering for this session\, email John Wickham at john@qwf.org\, who will register you manually.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-virtual-50/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T040136
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (In Person)
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, December 19\, 2025\, 12:30 pm–3:00 pmFree\, In PersonQWF Office (Room 3\, 1200 Atwater Ave.\, Westmount)\n\n\n\nRegister for the session by filling out the RSVP form below. \n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nJoin us for an in-person Shut Up & Write session at the QWF office! \n\n\n\nDo all that writing you’ve been meaning to do\, and meet a few of your fellow QWF members. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n12:30–12:55: Writing 112:55–1:00: Break1:00–1:25: Writing 21:25–1:30: Break1:30–1:55: Writing 31:55–2:00: Break2:00–2:25: Writing 42:25–2:30: Break2:30–2:55: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo register\, RSVP below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting to the QWF Office\n\n\n\nOur office is located on the top floor of the Atwater Library and Computer Centre\, in Room 3. \n\n\n\nAddress: 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3Westmount\, QC H3Z 1X4 \n\n\n\nClosest Metro: Atwater Station \n\n\n\nClosest Bus lines: 24\, 63\, 90\, 104\, 138\, 144\, 150 \n\n\n\nAccessibility:\n\n\n\nThe QWF Office is fully accessible by wheelchair from the side entrance on Tupper Street. Once inside\, there is an elevator to the second floor\, where the QWF office is. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the office location and accessibility. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you registered and can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org to notify us. \n\n\n\nNote: We are aware of a glitch rendering our RSVP forms unresponsive for some users. If you encounter difficulties registering for this session\, email john@qwf.org\, who will register you manually.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-in-person-50/
LOCATION:QWF Office\, 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3\, Westmount\, QC\, H3Z 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T160000
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SUMMARY:QWF Holiday Book Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Dec 12\, 20251:00-4:00 pmQWF Office (1200 Atwater Ave\, room 3\, top floor)\n\n\n\nJoin us for a holiday meetup and book giveaway at the QWF office! \n\n\n\nStop by between 1:00 and 4:00 pm on Friday\, December 12\, before we close for the holidays. Light refreshments will be available\, and QWF members can take up to three free books (while supplies last). \n\n\n\nNew this year: QWF tote bags will be available for purchase for $20 each. Cash (exact change only)\, cheque\, or card accepted. \n\n\n\nNot a member? No problem. Come sign up and get your three free books. Either way\, enjoy a casual holiday hangout with your fellow writers and the QWF staff. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP on FAcebook\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting to the QWF Office\n\n\n\nOur office is located on the top floor of the Atwater Library and Computer Centre\, in Room 3. \n\n\n\nAddress: 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3Westmount\, QC H3Z 1X4 \n\n\n\nClosest Metro: Atwater Station \n\n\n\nClosest Bus lines: 24\, 63\, 90\, 104\, 138\, 144\, 150 \n\n\n\nAccessibility:\n\n\n\nThe QWF Office is fully accessible by wheelchair from the basement entrance. From the Tupper Street sidewalk\, follow the painted blue lines that lead down a slight slope to the Atwater Library basement. To enter\, press the buzzer on the right-hand side of the door\, and continue forward to the elevator. The QWF office is on Floor 1\, the top floor. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP on FAcebook
URL:https://qwf.org/event/qwf-holiday-book-giveaway-2025/
LOCATION:QWF Office\, 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3\, Westmount\, QC\, H3Z 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Member Meetup,QWF Events
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 6\, 2025\, 10:00 am–12:30 pm ETOnline via Zoom—RSVP below to receive the Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nRegister below to do all that writing you’ve been meaning to do. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nThe Zoom link will be sent out a day or two before the session. \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n10:00–10:25: Writing 110:25–10:30: Break10:30–10:55: Writing 210:55–11:00: Break11:00–11:25: Writing 311:25–11:30: Break11:30–11:55: Writing 411:55–12:00: Break12:00–12:25: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo receive the Zoom link\, RSVP below. You will receive the Zoom link a few days before the session. \n\n\n\nNote: RSVPs for virtual Shut Up & Write! sessions close 24 hours before the session begins. If there is no option to RSVP\, RSVPs are closed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNote: We are aware of a glitch rendering our RSVP forms unresponsive for some users. If you encounter difficulties registering for this session\, email John Wickham at john@qwf.org\, who will register you manually.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-virtual-49/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T040136
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (*VIRTUAL*)
DESCRIPTION:*NOTE: Due to a temporary office closure\, this session will be held online via Zoom instead of in person* \n\n\n\nFriday\, November 28\, 2025\, 12:30 pm–3:00 pmFree\, In Person (MOVED TO VIRTUAL) \n\n\n\nRegister for the session by filling out the RSVP form below. \n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nJoin us for an in-person Shut Up & Write session at the QWF office! \n\n\n\nDo all that writing you’ve been meaning to do\, and meet a few of your fellow QWF members. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n12:30–12:55: Writing 112:55–1:00: Break1:00–1:25: Writing 21:25–1:30: Break1:30–1:55: Writing 31:55–2:00: Break2:00–2:25: Writing 42:25–2:30: Break2:30–2:55: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo register\, RSVP below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting to the QWF Office\n\n\n\nOur office is located on the top floor of the Atwater Library and Computer Centre\, in Room 3. \n\n\n\nAddress: 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3Westmount\, QC H3Z 1X4 \n\n\n\nClosest Metro: Atwater Station \n\n\n\nClosest Bus lines: 24\, 63\, 90\, 104\, 138\, 144\, 150 \n\n\n\nAccessibility:\n\n\n\nThe QWF Office is fully accessible by wheelchair from the side entrance on Tupper Street. Once inside\, there is an elevator to the second floor\, where the QWF office is. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the office location and accessibility. \n\n\n\n*NOTE: Due to a temporary office closure\, this session will be held online via Zoom instead of in person* \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you registered and can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org to notify us.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-virtual-due-to-stm-strike/
LOCATION:QWF Office\, 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3\, Westmount\, QC\, H3Z 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T133000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Online Film and Discussion on Ageism
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 25\, 202512:00–1:30 pm ETFree\, open to all—register for Zoom link\n\n\n\nJoin us for a special edition of our Lunch & Learn series. \n\n\n\nOn Tuesday\, November 25\, QWF presents a free online screening of Ageless\, an engaging new documentary from the Cummings Centre that confronts ageism and its impact. The 45-minute film will be followed by a discussion facilitated by QWF Executive Director Lori Schubert. \n\n\n\nAgeism affects every generation. In Ageless\, director Joshua Dorsey explores age-based biases through firsthand interviews with participants from English-speaking communities in Quebec\, including Montreal\, Quebec City\, Saguenay\, Gatineau\, and the Eastern Townships. The film features the perspectives of both younger and older people and identifies ways to counter ageism that all of us can apply in our daily lives. \n\n\n\nYou’ll be invited to share your own experiences of ageism—whether in the public arena\, in the workplace\, or in the book industry. \n\n\n\nWatch the trailer: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgeless is developed and produced by the Cummings Centre with support from the provincial government’s SRQEA program strengthening the vitality of English-speaking communities in Quebec. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Zoom Link
URL:https://qwf.org/event/lunch-learn-online-film-and-discussion-on-ageism/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T152140Z
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 22\, 2025\, 10:00 am–12:30 pm ETOnline via Zoom—RSVP below to receive the Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nRegister below to do all that writing you’ve been meaning to do. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nThe Zoom link will be sent out a day or two before the session. \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n10:00–10:25: Writing 110:25–10:30: Break10:30–10:55: Writing 210:55–11:00: Break11:00–11:25: Writing 311:25–11:30: Break11:30–11:55: Writing 411:55–12:00: Break12:00–12:25: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo receive the Zoom link\, RSVP below. You will receive the Zoom link a few days before the session. \n\n\n\nNote: RSVPs for virtual Shut Up & Write! sessions close 24 hours before the session begins. If there is no option to RSVP\, RSVPs are closed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNote: We are aware of a glitch rendering our RSVP forms unresponsive for some users. If you encounter difficulties registering for this session\, email John Wickham at john@qwf.org\, who will register you manually.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-virtual-48/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn with SODEP
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 18\, 202512:00–1:00 pm ETFree\, Online—Register for Zoom Link\n\n\n\nDiscover SODEP—Quebec’s association of cultural magazines—and learn about the history of magazines in the province. \n\n\n\nThe Société de développement des périodiques culturels québécois (SODEP) is an association dedicated to the defense and promotion of Quebec’s cultural magazines. Founded in 1978\, SODEP brings together nearly 50 rich\, diverse\, and unique magazines devoted to the arts\, literature\, social issues\, history\, and heritage. Its mandate is to make cultural magazines accessible to all and to offer its members a variety of services to support their professional development. \n\n\n\nCome attend the Quebec Writers’ Federation’s next Lunch and Learn where Léah Pitre-Gaspari\, SODEP’s business development coordinator\, will deliver a short presentation on the history of magazines in Quebec and about SODEP’s work in developing and supporting the industry. A Q&A period will follow. \n\n\n\nThis session is free and open to all. Register to get the Zoom link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://qwf.org/event/lunch-and-learn-with-sodep/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T040136
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (*VIRTUAL due to STM Strike*)
DESCRIPTION:*NOTE: This session will be held online via Zoom due to the ongoing STM strike* \n\n\n\nFriday\, November 14\, 2025\, 12:30 pm–3:00 pmFree\, In Person (MOVED TO VIRTUAL DUE TO STM STRIKE) \n\n\n\nRegister for the session by filling out the RSVP form below. \n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nJoin us for an in-person Shut Up & Write session at the QWF office! \n\n\n\nDo all that writing you’ve been meaning to do\, and meet a few of your fellow QWF members. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n12:30–12:55: Writing 112:55–1:00: Break1:00–1:25: Writing 21:25–1:30: Break1:30–1:55: Writing 31:55–2:00: Break2:00–2:25: Writing 42:25–2:30: Break2:30–2:55: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo register\, RSVP below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGetting to the QWF Office\n\n\n\nOur office is located on the top floor of the Atwater Library and Computer Centre\, in Room 3. \n\n\n\nAddress: 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3Westmount\, QC H3Z 1X4 \n\n\n\nClosest Metro: Atwater Station \n\n\n\nClosest Bus lines: 24\, 63\, 90\, 104\, 138\, 144\, 150 \n\n\n\nAccessibility:\n\n\n\nThe QWF Office is fully accessible by wheelchair from the side entrance on Tupper Street. Once inside\, there is an elevator to the second floor\, where the QWF office is. \n\n\n\nLearn more about the office location and accessibility. \n\n\n\n*NOTE: This session will be held online via Zoom due to the ongoing STM strike* \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you registered and can no longer attend\, please email john@qwf.org to notify us.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-in-person-49/
LOCATION:QWF Office\, 1200 Atwater Avenue\, Room 3\, Westmount\, QC\, H3Z 1X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T183000
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SUMMARY:The 2025 QWF Awards Gala
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, November 10\, 2025Cabaret Lion d’Or (1676 Ontario St. East\, Montreal)Reception: 6:30 pmAwards Ceremony: 8:00 pm\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnter a world of literary magic at the 2025 QWF Literary Awards Gala. \n\n\n\nOn Monday\, November 10\, Cabaret Lion d’Or (1676 Ontario St. East) transforms into a spellbinding celebration of Quebec’s finest wordsmiths as we reveal the winners of the 2025 QWF Literary Awards. The event will be hosted by broadcaster\, arts journalist\, and translator Shelley Pomerance. \n\n\n\nThe theme of this year’s gala is “Literary Greats.” Attendees are invited to get in the spirit of the theme by dressing as their favourite author or literary character. Don your Holmes-inspired deerstalker or a black trilby à la Leonard Cohen. Come dressed as Maya Angelou\, Margaret Atwood\, or Oscar Wilde. Come as you are\, or as Wonderland’s Queen of Hearts. We want to see who inspires you. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a cocktail reception with the finalists preceding the Gala from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. VIP tickets to the reception are $60 ($40 for full-time students) and include two glasses of wine\, beer or non-alcoholic drink; hors d’oeuvres; and admission to the awards ceremony\, which begins at 8:00 pm. \n\n\n\nTickets for the ceremony alone are $25 ($10 for full-time students). Doors for the ceremony open at 7:30 pm. \n\n\n\nReserve your tickets now and prepare for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate literary excellence in Quebec.  \n\n\n\nAnnouncements\n\n\n\n\nThe Winners of the 2025 QWF Literary Awards\n\n\n\nThe 2025 QWF Literary Awards Finalists\n\n\n\nThe 2025 QWF College Writers Award Finalists\n\n\n\nJan Draper wins the 2025 Judy Mappin Community Award\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets
URL:https://qwf.org/event/the-2025-qwf-awards-gala/
LOCATION:Quebec
CATEGORIES:QWF Events
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write! with QWF (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 8\, 2025\, 10:00 am–12:30 pm ETOnline via Zoom—RSVP below to receive the Zoom link\n\n\n\nLooking for some dedicated\, quiet writing space? \n\n\n\nRegister below to do all that writing you’ve been meaning to do. Using the Pomodoro technique\, participants write in 25-minute bursts\, with 5-minute breaks in between. \n\n\n\nThis event is for QWF members only. Not a member? Learn about becoming a member.  \n\n\n\nThe Zoom link will be sent out a day or two before the session. \n\n\n\nPlease note that these sessions are designed for silent writing\, rather than discussing or getting feedback on work. \n\n\n\n10:00–10:25: Writing 110:25–10:30: Break10:30–10:55: Writing 210:55–11:00: Break11:00–11:25: Writing 311:25–11:30: Break11:30–11:55: Writing 411:55–12:00: Break12:00–12:25: Writing 5 \n\n\n\nTo receive the Zoom link\, RSVP below. You will receive the Zoom link a few days before the session. \n\n\n\nNote: RSVPs for virtual Shut Up & Write! sessions close 24 hours before the session begins. If there is no option to RSVP\, RSVPs are closed. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNote: We are aware of a glitch rendering our RSVP forms unresponsive for some users. If you encounter difficulties registering for this session\, email John Wickham at john@qwf.org\, who will register you manually.
URL:https://qwf.org/event/shut-up-write-with-qwf-virtual-47/
LOCATION:Online – Please RSVP to receive a Zoom link
CATEGORIES:Shut Up & Write!
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