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2024 Year in Review – The Power of Making Art Together

December 3, 2024

Now in our 11th year, Writers Collective of Canada (WCC) chose in 2024 to explore the theme, Why We Write. We asked the writers, volunteer facilitators, partners and allies who are the lifeblood of our collective why they write and what happens when…

Volunteer Facilitator Spotlight: Forging Connections

November 11, 2024

Next month, we will observe and celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3. At WCC, we’re reflecting on our ongoing commitment to improve workshop accessibility and reduce community barriers. Meet Carrie Hartwick, a WCC writer and volunteer facilitator, who facilitates…

Why We Write: An Immersive Conversation in Montréal

October 21, 2024

Writers Collective of Canada is thrilled to invite you to WHY WE WRITE: Montréal Edition, the second in our multi-city panel event series. DATE: Wednesday, November 20, 2024 TIME: 5:30 PM – 7 PM ET LOCATION: Le Petit Dep – Le Loft ADDRESS:…

Special Event in Peel: Celebration of Voice

October 16, 2024

Calling all Peel Region writers, partners, and friends of WCC… You’re invited to a special gathering of the WCC community on October 22. Enjoy light refreshments, a writer’s open mic, and meet the WCC team! No registration necessary, everyone is welcome. DATE: Tuesday,…

Ellipses Thinking… Podcast – WCC’s Shelley Lepp on Why We Write

October 11, 2024

In this October 2024 episode of Ellipses Thinking…, Writers Collective of Canada (WCC) CEO Shelley Lepp joins host Greg Dowler-Coltman in conversation on why we write in community, and what happens when we do. Listen here: Ellipses Thinking… is an arts podcast…