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Programs»School Visits

School Visits

The Writers' Union of Canada offers funding to hosts for authors to read in Ontario-based schools through two programs:

  • Ontario Writers-in-the-Schools
  • Northern Ontario Writers-in-the-Schools

Click here for information about similar programs that cater to schools outside of Ontario. 

To be eligible for funding, authors must be members of The Writers' Union of Canada. Please refer to the Member Directory or browse the Writers-in-the-schools Participating Authors list information on authors and their fees. 

Click here for tips on a successful virtual school presentation, including sample resource materials.

Click here for some tips on hosting a successful school visit.

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