Open Call

Late Spring Writers Residency 2026

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

No Funding
Banff, Canada

Eligibility

The program is designed to cater to emerging and established writers with a proven publication record seeking a period of dedicated time to work on a project in any genre. Participants will benefit most if they are comfortable working autonomously in an unstructured environment. The program suits those focused on: working on a specific project. creating new works. Participants are provided with individual accommodation and a small private studio to focus on their writing practice. While this program is run in English, it will accept projects that are being written in either English or French and provide mentorship in both languages. English is the language of Banff Centre correspondence.

Number of Participants

19

Deadline

Selection Results (Announcement Dates)

Duration

April 13, 2026 - April 24, 2026

Costs

  • CA$65.00 application fee
  • CA$3,602.00 program fee (one-time)

Facilities

Individual Studio, Library

Housing

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch

Public Programs

Discussion, Readings, Self-Directed, Workshops

Disciplines

Fiction, Literature, Poetry

Languages

English, French

Program Description

This residency provides participants with the time and space for creative exploration away from the constraints of everyday life. Writers will be able to delve deep into their creative project, meet with a community of artistic peers, and take advantage of workshops and mentorship opportunities with faculty Jessica Westhead, Philip Terry, Sawako Nakayasu, and professional guest Anna Moschovakis (Ugly Duckling Presse). This flexible program with optional program elements allows writers to choose the amount of support they are looking for. Optional elements include: talks from Jessica Westhead, Philip Terry, Sawako Nakayasu, and professional guest Anna Moschovakis (Ugly Duckling Presse). one-on-one mentoring sessions with faculty to discuss ideas, experiences, and obstacles. Q & A sessions. workshops to discuss useful techniques, devices, and aspects. public readings.

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