Eligibility

Writers in all creative genres are invited to apply. The online program is designed for emerging and established writers with a proven publication record. We welcome writers from all ages (18+), backgrounds, and all gender identities and expressions. This Residency only accepts projects that are being written in English. This program is not open to applicants who have taken part in a Banff Centre residency in the last year, nor to current faculty members of any other Banff Centre programming.

Number of Participants

The Late Winter Writers Residency Online is a small cohort program that gives you a chance to learn from each other and faculty, attend exclusive talks, ask questions, and develop your practice.

Deadline

November 09, 2023 06:59 UTC

Selection Results (Announcement Dates)

December 20, 2023 07:00 UTC

Duration

February 12, 2024 - February 23, 2024

Costs

• CA$65.00 application fee
• CA$499.00 program fee (one-time)

Public Programs

Mentors, Self-Directed, Workshops

Disciplines

Fiction, Journalism, Literature, Nonfiction, Playwriting, Poetry, Screenwriting

Languages

English

Program Description

*Financial Aid of 100% of the program fee is available for this program. This two week online residency provides broad thematic teaching from faculty members, Fawn Parker and Annick McAskill, Q&A sessions and workshopping. Instructors will discuss ideas, experiences, and obstacles that you may be encountering with your writing of both poetry and fiction. One-on-one mentorship will allow you to receive direct mentorship on craft and professional development.