British Columbia’s only conference for magazine professionals
— where BC’s magazine industry comes together!
MagsWest will be held on Friday, November 22, 2024 in person in Vancouver! All sessions will be presented at the VSO School of Music, 843 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC.
The Magazines West Conference, or MagsWest, is British Columbia’s only conference for magazine professionals. MagsWest is organized by the Magazine Association of BC in consultation with its members and the local publishing industry.
Registration is open! Pre-registration closes November 15, 2024.
At this year’s one-day conference, you’ll find three incredible keynote presentations:
Our Planet, Our Pages: Reader-Supported Journalism, the Grist Story — Learn about the importance of trustworthy climate journalism with Grist Executive Editor Katherine Bagley. Get a sneak peek with Kat’s session preview video.
AI and Journalism: Navigating a Rapidly Changing World — Hear how AI is being used in newsrooms with The Globe and Mail Standards Editor Sandra E. Martin.
Reimagining Online Magazines: Byline … Deep Cuts and Deep Dives — Discover how art direction can transform an online magazine with Byline Creative Director and Bloomberg Businessweek Art Director Madeline Montoya.
And a workshop not to be missed:
Tech Tools for the Modern Writer and Editor — Learn about the latest gadgets, software and apps for more efficient writing with Omar Mouallem, author, filmmaker, and educator. His journalism has appeared in The Guardian, WIRED, and Maclean’s, where he is a contributing editor.
And a panel of indie publishers:
What’s Working for Indie Publishers Now! — Learn from four local independent publishers at our #MagsWest2024 panel. Jeanette Ageson (The Tyee), Eden Fineday (IndigiNews), Jessie Johnston (Asparagus Magazine) and Kim Werker (Digits & Threads) will offer valuable insights and practical advice for publishers of all sizes.
Don’t miss this opportunity! Take a look at the full conference lineup to find out about speakers and sessions! Join us for a jam-packed schedule, with 10 professional development sessions, plus networking events and one-on-one professional consultations with industry experts.
Secure your tickets here today. Pre-registration closes November 15, 2024.
For inquiries, please contact Sylvia Skene, executive director of the Magazine Association of BC, at exec@magsbc.com or 604-688-1175 (office).
This conference is funded by the Government of Canada. Additional funding by Creative BC.
