The Word Guild

The Word Guild is a growing team of Canadian writers, editors, speakers, publishers, booksellers, librarians and other interested individuals who are Christian.

From all parts of Canada and many denominational and cultural  backgrounds, we are united in our common passion to positively influence individuals—and ultimately the Canadian culture—through life-changing words that bring God's message of hope .

We encourage the exploration of God-given gifts and talents; provide opportunities for people to work together; and foster excellence in the art, craft, practice and ministry of writing, editing, and speaking.

We believe there is great power in both the written and spoken word, and that Jesus Christ is the ultimate “Word.” John 1:1 Therefore, "The" is always capitalized when referring to The Word Guild.

Launched in January 2002, The Word Guild has grown to over 400 members across Canada, including approximately 150 professional members (as of October, 2011).

In addition to its flagship event Write! Canada, The Word Guild sponsors a number of awards programs for published and unpublished writers; an annual black-tie Writing Awards Gala that recognizes excellence and affirms writers; and regional Write! events in locations such as Saskatoon; Winnipeg; Halifax; Montreal; and London, Ont.

Three categories of membership, renewed yearly, are available: professional writers and editors; associate members, who are beginning to put together a body of published work; and affiliate members, for those working in related fields such as publishers, speakers, booksellers, church librarians, etc.

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