The Federation of British Columbia Writers
Registered Name: FEDERATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA WRITERS
Business No: 127661718RR0001
This organization is designated by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as a registered charity. They comply with the CRA's requirements and have been issued a charitable registration number.
We help writers connect, hone their skills, showcase their work and achievements, and journey on their road to publication
The Federation of British Columbia Writers is an organization ‘for writers, about writing’. Founded in 1976, we have grown to over 1,000 members, including writers in every genre, in every region, at every stage of the literary journey. We help writers connect, hone their skills, showcase their work and achievements, and journey on their road to publication. In addition to online programming, we host brick-and-mortar events when possible.
Our Purpose Statement:
- Promote excellence and professionalism in the literary arts in British Columbia
- Improve the status of the literary arts in British Columbia by encouraging publication; providing information on markets and workshops; sponsoring readings, workshops and seminars; and establishing communication between writers and interested agents and markets
- Encourage greater recognition of British Columbia writers and their achievements regionally and nationally
- Provide information on the Province’s literary resources to the people of British Columbia
- Work cooperatively with other provincial and federal agencies and organizations concerned with writing and writing standards
- Encourage and support young emerging writers in British Columbia
