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
Join us for a celebration of immigrant voices! You’re invited to attend the IWA’s 7th Annual General Meeting and the unveiling of our latest anthology written by members: Old Roots, New Shoots. This captivating collection of stories, poems, and essays
After two years, The Word On The Street Toronto Festival (WOTS) – the biggest book and magazine festival in Canada – returns outdoors in Toronto, June 11 and 12, on the Queen’s Park Crescent (from Bloor to Wellesley Street). The
• Are you a Ukrainian refugee or permanent resident who immigrated to Canada in 2019 or later? • Are you an aspiring or published writer? (traditionally or self-published) If you answered “Yes” to both questions, please keep reading and apply if you
Join us online to celebrate the third Annual General Meeting of the Immigrant Writers Association (IWA/AEI) and the launch of its second anthology co-authored by its members! Written by Canadian immigrants during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Grow Together anthology will leave
On March 12, 2020, I had the pleasure of representing IWA at the event “Career Advancement for Women – Communicating Your Competencies”, organized by the TRIEC PINs Women’s Working Group. This event was originally planned as an in-person workshop at
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.
On December 14th, the Immigrant Writers Association (IWA) participated at the Winter Fest 2019 organized by the Toronto North Local Immigration Partnership (TNLIP). We showcased IWA’s anthology, books by several members, and each of them got attention. We’ll let the
The night of December 6, 2019, would be fabled for some light-hearted fun for the members and guests who attended the IWA’s festive Secret Santa gathering. The Octet had arrived at The Old Spaghetti Factory for an evening of sharing, learning and exchange