The Writers' Union of Canada offers funding to hosts for authors to read in public venues across Canada through various programs. To be eligible for funding, authors must be members of The Writers' Union of Canada. Please refer to the Member Directory to browse or search for members.

National Public Readings Program

The Union’s National Public Reading Program (funded by the Canada Council for the Arts) provides funding for author appearances at events across Canada. This funding provides opportunities for writers and readers to connect while providing an honouraium to the author for their time.
Learn more about the National Public Readings Program

National Public Readings Northern Program

Since recommendations for in-person indoor events vary from region to region and may be in flux we are not currently offering funding for in-person visits through the National Public Readings Northern Program. We encourage Northern communities to apply for a virtual or in-person author visit through the National Public Readings Program.

Tips for Hosting a Successful Reading

Click here for tips on hosting a virtual reading.
Click here for tips on hosting an in-person reading.