Conferences
— Last checked and updated May 3, 2020 by Rujipa Laosin, Langara College Library & Information Technology practicum student.
See also: Industry Inclusion and Equity Writing Programs, Conferences and Festivals. Writers Guild of America West. (Accessed June 23, 2020.)
ABPBC Events
The Association of Book Publishers of BC (ABPBC) is a provincial association of BC owned and controlled book publishing companies. The ABPBC works to support the long-term health and success of the Canadian-owned book industry in British Columbia. (Accessed Apr. 29, 2020.) Visit Site
Alberta Magazines Conference
An annual seminar series and conference hosted by the Alberta Magazine Publishers Association. (Accessed Apr. 29, 2020.) Visit Site
American Library Association Conference & Midwinter Meeting
Conference and meeting in June/July and January of each year in major cities in the continental U.S. Includes exhibitor area. (Accessed June 23, 2020.) Visit Site.
American Copy Editors Society Annual Conference
ACES is a yearly conference which is focused on essential fundamental skills of copy editing and the discussion of issues related to future trends of the industry. The discounted conference fees are applied for other communications associations, including Editors Canada. (Accessed May 3, 2020.) Visit Site
Canadian Camera Conference (CCC)
This national conference is held by the Canadian Association for Photographic Art (CAPA) which occurs biannually. CAPA is a national organization of Canadian Camera clubs as well as individual Canadian and international members. The organization is a non-profit organization under the Federal Government. The members range from amateurs to professionals. The conference’s goal is to create an opportunity for new photographers to develop their skills with the other members and to share techniques and experience. (Accessed May 3, 2020.) Visit Site
Canadian Imaging Conference & Expo
This conference is a yearly photographic conference and trade show for professional and enthusiast photographers from various sectors. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences.
Organized yearly by the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences at locations throughout Canada. Includes exhibitor space. Visit FHSS Site.
Editors Canada Conference
Editors Canada Association is an organization which promotes professional development through seminars, online training and conferences. The conference is held in spring in a different city each year. The goal of the conference is to create an opportunity for members to build connections and networks. It is open to both members and non-member attendees. (Accessed Mar 1, 2020.) Visit Site
FIPP World Media Congress and Digital Innovators Summit (DIS)
Both events hosted by the International Federation of Periodical Publishers. FIPP is a network for global media, representing companies or individuals involved in the creation, publishing or sharing of content to interested audiences. In 2020, the combined conference and summit will take place in Estoril, Portugal as well as be offered online on 15-16 September. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
MagNet: Canada’s Magazine Conference
MagNet is Canada’s premier public policy, professional development and networking conference for magazine media professionals. It is held annually in Toronto. In 2020, the conference will be on 26 – 27 November. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
MagsWest
The Magazine Association of BC’s annual conference, typically held each year in Vancouver. Sign up for our newsletter to find out the latest about our next conference. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.)
Science Writers and Communicators of Canada Conference
The SWCC annual conference has been organized by the Canadian Science Writers’ Association since 1971. The conference is open to media professionals, technical writers, journalists, and any others who are interested and involved in communicating science and technology to non-specialist audiences. (Accessed May 1, 2020.) Visit Site
Sound On: Design Thinkers 2020
Graphic Designers of Canada. Vancouver Playhouse. Visit Site.
Surrey International Writers’ Conference
An annual development conference and festival of literature, happening every October in Surrey, BC. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
TMAC Conference & AGM Update
Travel Media Association of Canada is a non-profit organization whose goal is to create connection and opportunities for industry and media travel professionals. The conference is held annually and occurs every May. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
Wiscon feminist science fiction & fantasy convention
May of each year. Madison, WI – Now ONLINE
Festivals
Elephant Mountain Literary Festival
The event is set in the small town of Nelson, BC. EMLF is an annual Canadian Literary event held in July. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
FOLD | Celebrating diverse authors and storytellers
Canada’s first festival for diverse authors and storytellers, held in historic downtown Brampton. Visit site
North Shore Writers Festival
The festival is an annual celebration of Canadian authors. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
The Ottawa International Writers Festival
Ottawa’s Festival was started in 1997. The festival occurs annually twice a year, in spring and fall. It takes place in nearby Wakefield, Quebec. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
Sidney and Peninsula Literary Festival
The festival first began in 2013 in Sidney, BC. The activities feature literary arts in and around the Peninsula. The next festival will take place in April 2021. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts
An annual festival of literature, happening every August in Sechelt, BC. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
Vancouver Writers Festival
Vancouver’s premier literary event, happening every October on Granville Island. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
Whistler Writers Festival
The festival takes place in Whistler annually in October. The festival gathers Canadian and international authors through a series of activities: workshops, speaker panels, spoken word events, music and more. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival
The festival occurs annually at Salmon Arm, BC. The event brings together writers, publishers and editors. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
WORD Vancouver Readers and Writers Festival
Held the last week of September every year. (Accessed June 23, 2020.) Visit Site
The Word on the Street
A festival of reading and literacy, happening simultaneously the last Saturday or Sunday of every September in Halifax, Saskatoon, Lethbridge and Toronto. (Accessed Apr. 30, 2020.) Visit Site
