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Upcoming Magazine Submissions, Contests, Deadlines as of Apr. 8, 2024
MagsBC member magazines open for submissions and/or offering contests, type of content accepted, submission periods and deadlines, updated Apr 8, 2024.
Open Call for Eligible Canadian News Organizations–Including Newsmagazines–to Apply for Benefits From Google
If your publication focuses on matters of general interest and reports of current events, it may be eligible for compensation from Google. Deadline April 30, 2024.
Webinar: Editorial Fact-checking and Responsible Journalism — Part 2
Join us May 7 for a Canada-wide webinar, Part 2 with Allison Baker and Viviane Fairbank, Truth in Journalism Project, 11 a.m. PST / 12 p.m. MST / 2 p.m. EST
Local Journalism Initiative Extended for 2024-27
Because you deserve to know: Local Journalism Initiative extended by 3 years, 2024-2027, announced $58.8 million by Minister of Canadian Heritage
Google’s Open Call Under the Online News Act
Deadline April 30, 2024 to participate in Google’s open call for news organizations wishing to receive compensation under the Online News Act.
Upcoming Events and Professional Development as of Mar. 15, 2024
Conferences and professional development of interest to the magazine industry, journalists and writers in Canada, the U.S. and beyond, updated Mar 15, 2024
Have You Affiliated with Access Copyright?
If not, it’s easily done. You can then receive a yearly payment and royalties for use of your magazine(s), whether print or online.
Job: Marketing and Engagement Specialist, Canada’s National Observer
Marketing and engagement specialist, CNO, $65K/year, permanent full-time, comprehensive benefits; hybrid, Vancouver, BC. Deadline March 26, 2024
Job: Climate Business Journalist, Canada’s National Observer
Business journalist, climate reporting, $80-90K/yr, 3-yr project, comprehensive benefits; remote/hybrid, Toronto/GTA, start April 15, deadline March 19, 2024
Webinar: Editorial Fact-checking and Responsible Journalism — Part 1
Join us Apr 2 for a Canada-wide webinar with Allison Baker and Viviane Fairbank, Truth in Journalism Project, 11 a.m. PST / 12 p.m. MST / 2 p.m. EST
Upcoming Magazine Submissions, Contests, Deadlines as of Feb. 26, 2024
MagsBC member magazines open for submissions and/or offering contests, type of content accepted, submission periods and deadlines, updated Feb 26, 2024.
Job: Managing Editor, The Capilano Review
Managing Editor, submit by March 10, Vancouver-based, $42.4K/year, 26 hrs/week, 4 weeks vacation, $65/month benefits allowance, 4.35% COL increase each Jan. 1
Job: Editor, Watershed Sentinel Magazine
Editor, fully or partly remote contract, $25/hour to start, 15-20 hours/week, with room to expand. Located in Comox, BC. Deadline to apply: March 15, 2024
Workshop: Magazine Publishing Essentials 2024
Join us on Mar 22 for this 3-hour workshop with J. Amditis, S. Cheema and N. Malik, address burning issues for publishers: AI tools, burnout, branded content
Upcoming Events and Professional Development as of Feb. 8, 2024
Conferences and professional development of interest to the magazine industry in Canada, the U.S. and beyond, updated Feb 8, 2024
Job: Magazine Designer, Douglas Magazine
Page One Publishing seeking part- or full-time magazine designer for Douglas business magazine, hybrid, Victoria, $24-26/hour
Job: Editor-in-Chief (Maternity Cover), Geist Magazine – FILLED
30 hrs/wk, 14-month fixed-term, flexible hybrid schedule, Vancouver, $40,563/year, extended health/dental, 4 wks’ paid vacation, professional development
Webinar: New Business Development Secrets
Join us Mar 18, 2024 for a Canada-wide webinar with Ryan Dohrn, new business development, advertising essentials, 11 a.m. PST / 12 p.m. MST / 2 p.m. EST
Webinar: Wanna Buy a Magazine?
Join us Mar 5, 2024 for a Canada-wide webinar with media leaders James Hewes and Scott Jamieson, 11 a.m. PST / 12 p.m. MST / 1 p.m. CST / 2 p.m. EST
Webinar: How To Grow and Maximize Newsletter Ad Revenue
Join us Feb 29 for a Canada-wide webinar with Dan Oshinsky, learn about newsletter ad revenue, 11 a.m. PST / 12 p.m. MST / 2 p.m. EST
Webinar: Using Strategic Storytelling to Revitalize Your Brand
Join us Feb 21, 2024 for a Canada-wide webinar with brand storytelling consultant Trish Snyder, 11 a.m. PST / 12 p.m. MST / 2 p.m. EST
Webinar: Flipping Objections on the Spot
Join us Feb 13, 2024 for a Canada-wide webinar with Ryan Dohrn, owner of Niche Media Events, 11 a.m. PST / 12 p.m. MST / 1 p.m. CST / 2 p.m. EST
Webinar: An Indigenous Perspective on Media
Join us Jan 23, 2024 for a Canada-wide webinar with Indigenous publisher Eden Fineday, IndigiNews, 11 a.m. PST / 12 p.m. MST / 1 p.m. CST / 2 p.m. EST / 3 p.m. AST / 3:30 p.m. NST
Upcoming Events and Professional Development as of Jan. 4, 2024
Conferences and professional development of interest to the magazine industry in Canada, the U.S. and beyond, updated Jan 4, 2024.
Upcoming Magazine Submissions, Contests, Deadlines as of Jan. 4, 2024
MagsBC member magazines open for submissions and/or offering contests, the type of content accepted, submission periods and deadlines, updated Jan 4, 2024.
BC Magazine Day 2023 Activities, Nov. 26 and Dec. 3 (Sundays)
BAZOOF! Digi-Mag free workshop webinar Dec. 3 and NatureWILD photography contest launch Nov. 26, both for kids, to celebrate BC Magazine Day 2023.
PROCLAMATION: BC Magazine Day – November 26, 2023
What will you do to recognize your contribution to our industry on Sunday for BC Magazine Day 2023?
CPF Magazine – Aid to Publishers 2024-2025 Program Open
Deadline for funding application is Nov 30, 2023. Links to application guidelines and more, and CPF contact information
Webinar: Getting the Most Out of Your Email Strategy
Join us Dec 12 for a Canada-wide webinar with newsletter expert Dan Oshinsky, Inbox Collective, 11 a.m. PST / 12 p.m. MST / 2 p.m. EST
Call Out: Volunteers for Geist Foundation Board
Geist seeking 4 new volunteer members to join Geist Foundation Board of Directors, starting ASAP. Send expression of interest (etc.) by Dec 1, 2023.
Webinar: The Best Affiliate Content Tips for 2024
Join us Dec. 7 for a Canada-wide webinar with Bryce Gruber, digital growth expert and Director, Commerce Content, SJC, 11 a.m.– 12 p.m. PST / 12–1 p.m. MST / 2–3 p.m. EST
Webinar: Operational Pain Points and How to Solve Them
Join us Nov. 9 for a Canada-wide webinar with Lisa Heyamoto, Director of Programming, Member Education, LION Publishers, 11 a.m.– 12 p.m. PST / 12–1 p.m. MST / 2–3 p.m. EST
Webinar: Magazine Fundraising and Giving: Actionable Advice
Join us Nov. 22 for a Canada-wide webinar with Julie Fiorini, General Manager, CanadaHelps, 11 a.m.– 12 p.m. PST / 12–1 p.m. MST / 2–3 p.m. EST
Webinar: SEO and Search Console Tuneup
Join us Oct. 24 for a webinar with Mhairi Petrovic, Founder, Out-Smarts Marketing, 11 a.m.– 12 p.m. PST / 12–1 p.m. MST / 2–3 p.m. EST
Webinar: Advertising Revenue: Developing Scalable New Revenue Streams
Join us Oct 3 with Jacquie Loch, content strategy media executive, SJC Media Canada, 11 a.m.– 12 p.m. PST / 12–1 p.m. MST / 2–3 p.m. EST
Webinar: 10 Ways to Get Your Website Audience Back, Today
Join us on Sep. 27 with developer and consultant Dmitry Beniaminov, 11 a.m.– 12 p.m. PST / 12–1 p.m. MST / 2–3 p.m. EST
Refine the Art of the Pitch! Join Us on Sept. 16 at WV/23
MagsBC is sponsoring this panel at Word Vancouver! Attend in-person at UBC Robson Square in Room C420 or watch live-streamed, Sept. 16 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Internship: Editorial Assistant and Digital Strategist, Island Parent Magazine – FILLED
Remote work, $20/hour, 20 hours/week, Sept. 4/23 to Jan. 14/24. Apply by Aug. 28/23. Island Parent is located in Victoria, BC
Internship: Production and Distribution Intern, NatureWILD magazine – FILLED
Remote internship, $20/hour, 20 hours/week, Sept. 2023-Feb. 2024. NatureKids BC is located in North Vancouver.
Internship: Publications Coordinator, Link Magazine
Publications Coordinator: $18/hour, 35 hours/week, 16 weeks, @ BCIT Student Association, Burnaby, BC
Internship: Publishing Intern, Tow Canada and Collision Quarterly Magazines – FILLED
Automotive Retailers Publishing seeking summer/fall intern, Aug-Dec 2023 (16 weeks), $18/hour, 20 hours/week, hybrid, office #1-8980 Fraserwood Crt., Burnaby, BC
Internship: Publisher’s Assistant, TAKE 5 – Filled
$18.50/hour, 22 hours/week, 16 weeks, June-Sept/23. Hybrid work schedule, office in Ladysmith, BC, successful applicant eligible for $2K remote work stipend if need to move to accept internship.
MagsBC Seeking Member Magazines to Display and/or Sell at Local Theatrical Venues
Experienced theatre presenter and manager Allyson McGrane will be project lead.
Job: Managing Director, Geist Magazine – FILLED
Full Time (30-35 hours/week), flexible hybrid schedule, $40-$50K/year, extended health & dental, 4 weeks’ vacation, generous leave policy, budget for professional development
New Provincial Funding Announced for Books and Magazines
On April 17, 2023 at BC Book Day in Victoria, Lana Popham, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport announced $400,000 in new funding 2024-2026 for BC books and magazines.
Internship: Editorial, Administrative and Social Media Intern, Loose Lips Magazine – FILLED
Internship opportunity: online publishing, $20/hour, 10 hours/week for 17 weeks, May 1-Aug. 25, 2023. Application deadline April 15
Internship: Editorial Assistant, Page One Publishing – FILLED
Internship opportunity: In-person, Victoria, BC, $19/hour, 20+ hours/week, 24 weeks, April to October 2023
Want To Set Up and Use Google Analytics Effectively? Register Now For Our Workshops!
MagsBC has organized 3 workshops with Emily Chow on March 15, April 13 and 26, 2023, to help you set up and use Google Analytics for marketing insights.
Upcoming Magazine Submissions, Contests and Other Deadlines as of Feb. 28/23
MagsBC member magazines open for submissions and/or offering contests, the type of content accepted, time frames and deadlines.
Upcoming Events and Professional Development as of Feb. 28/23
Conferences and professional development of interest to magazine professionals in Canada, the U.S. and beyond.
