Eligibility

We welcome writers from all backgrounds, and all gender identities and expressions. Writers in all creative genres are invited to apply. The program is designed for emerging and established writers with a proven publication record seeking a period of dedicated time to work on a project in any genre. Winter Writers Retreat 2023 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

This program will be made up of 14 selected participants.

Deadline

September 22, 2022 05:59 UTC

Selection Results (Announcement Dates)

November 30, 2022 07:00 UTC

Duration

January 16, 2023 - January 28, 2023

Costs

• CA$65.00 application fee
• CA$2,913.00 program fee (one-time)

Housing

Hotel, Private Bathroom, Private Room

Meals

Breakfast, Coffee, Dinner, Lunch, Tea, Vegan, Vegetarian

Public Programs

Discussion, Group Dinners, Mentors, Professional Development, Retreat, Self-Directed, Workshops

Disciplines

Fiction, Literature, Poetry

Languages

English

Program Description

The Winter Writers Retreat is a self-directed program that offers time and space for writers to retreat, reconnect, and re-energize their writing practice. In addition to a single room, and a small private studio, you will be surrounded by a community of artistic peers with the opportunity to attend inspiring talks, performances, and meet with guest faculty to consult on your work. This 13-day residency provides thematic teaching from faculty members, Q&A sessions, public events, and one-on-one workshopping. Instructors will discuss ideas, experiences, and obstacles that participants may be encountering with their writing across genre. This flexible program allows you to choose the amount of support you are looking for. All program elements are optional. *Financial Aid of 100% of tuition and 50% of food and accommodation is available for this program.