Professional Development
Our seminars, webinars and networking events provide safe, nurturing environments where our artists can speak freely about their work and broaden their professional network.
ARCHIVED EVENT: MasterClass in Picture Books
April 28, 2022 6:30 pm
Melanie Florence will lead this one hour workshop on the evolution of a picture book from an idea to a finished manuscript, speaking on: where to find an idea, how to figure out if the idea will work as a picture book and then how to write a good picture book.
SIGN UP NOWARCHIVED EVENT: Practical Solutions to Growing Long Term Wealth
May 27, 2022 12:30 pm
Are you interested in learning practical solutions to help grow your long term wealth? Join us for an informative workshop hosted by Sujin Son focused on guiding participants through several easy to follow solutions to help them get started. Sujin is a finance leader with experience in corporate strategy and investment management, partnering with executives to drive next level performance goals and investment returns.
SIGN UP NOWARCHIVED EVENT: Literary Grant Writing 101
March 24, 2022 12:00 pm
With the June 15th TAC Grant for Writers fast approaching, first time and repeat applicants may be wondering what they can do to strengthen their application and what things to avoid. Join Dance & Literary Grants Manager, Catalina Fellay-Dunbar, for a free workshop on literary grant writing tips, as well as advice on what applicants can do to create a strong application for their project.
SIGN UP NOWARCHIVED EVENT: The Public Lending Right with TWUC
December 15, 2021 12:30 pm
Attention writers! Are you considering joining The Writer’s Union of Canada? Join us for a workshop hosted by TWUC’s Executive Director John Degen and chair Rhea Tregebov. They will further explain what TWUC does and offers Canadian writers, as well as explain what the Public Lending Right is and how it can be beneficial.
SIGN UP NOWARCHIVED EVENT: Introduction to Self-Publishing
November 17, 2021 12:30 pm
With more writer’s looking for alternative options to traditional publishing, this workshop will provides an introduction to the essential elements of independent publishing. In the workshop, participants will learn about their publishing options, how to format and prepare their work for submission portals, royalties, important tools to help them along the way, marketing, and what comes after publication. The goal is to help answer common questions, demystify the independent publishing process and allow participants to make informed decisions about how to publish their work.
SIGN UP NOWARCHIVED EVENT: Graphic Novels Masterclass
September 18, 2021 12:00 pm
Graphic novels have captured audiences of all ages for decades, bringing together the craft of writing and art of illustration. Join 2D Location Designer and Comic Artist Ashley Hafsal for a masterclass that will help you get started with your graphic novel journey.
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