Do you often experience a whirlwind of emotions, ranging from excitement and anticipation to uncertainty, and homesickness? While Canada is renowned for its welcoming culture, the challenges newcomers face during the first years make them often feel lonely, not understood, longing
Funded by the government of Canada, the “Sharing Stories” Circle (program) is designed and facilitated by the Immigrant Writers Association (IWA) to improve the well-being of newcomers and racialized people — by sharing stories and creating a sense of community. If your organization: • Serves newcomers and / or racialized
Embark on a literary journey with us as the Immigrant Writers Association (IWA) invites you to contribute to our 6th anthology, “Old Roots, New Shoots.” This collection seeks to weave the rich tapestry of immigrant experiences in Canada, celebrating the
On March 21, during the online kick-off meeting, the Immigrant Writers Association (IWA) announced the Call for Submissions for our Second Anthology titled Grow Together. Please find more information below and reach out to Sidharth Iyer (Project Manager of Grow Together Anthology) if you have questions.
Are you coming on SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 to celebrate 30 years of THE WORDS ON THE STREET FESTIVAL in Toronto? We’ll be there at Booth #WB10, in Writers Block area (see map below) Ask us about our first anthology written
IWA’s Happy Writing Hour is a project that started a couple of months ago when our introvert-in-charge, Gabriela Casineanu, shared a link about a similar activity somewhere south of the Canadian borders. I “stole like an artist” guided by the