If you write (or dream of writing), membership offers you more than a name on a list—you get access to a community, resources, and opportunities tailored to your journey. With over 1,800 members across genres, skill levels, and regions, the Federation of BC Writers helps writers connect, grow, and be seen.

Your dues are invested back into our community: they support staff, presenters, workshops, and subsidized programming.

Health and Dental Plan - the Federation of BC Writers is a proud member of the Writers Coalition Health and Dental program. This plan is available to FBCW members, but operated independently. Please visit their website to learn more and to check eligibility.

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Learn: Develop your craft, gain fresh perspectives, and stay current

Writing Intensives – 5 Day online events dedicated to specific topics in writing. Past intensives have included: Memoir, Creative Nonfiction, Romance Writing, Marketing, Creativity, New Year Resolutions, Editing, and much more.  Writing Intensives have learning and engagement sessions at 11am and 2pm. They often include an activity based session at 9am that connects with the theme of the week. Members get access for $65 dollars. (online)

Webinars  – Accessible, bite-sized learning opportunities to sharpen skills or spark new ideas. Webinars are interactive and aim to be approximately 1.5 hours in length. (online)

Contest Bank – A curated, regularly updated listing of writing contests and opportunities just for members. (online)

WordWorks Magazine – A full-colour magazine published three times a year, packed with essays, craft articles, interviews, and member news. The magazine features writers from Canada and beyond with a focus on providing new insights to our members and the writing community.  Regular, Youth, and Senior members can have their copies mailed as part of their membership. (print and digital editions)

Book Club for Writers – A dedicated discussion space for books on the craft of writing. This ongoing series is free for members and focuses on discussing a given book. The session offers an opportunity to join breakout rooms for more nuanced conversations. Use the opportunity to connect reading with reflection and community. (online)

Write: Support your writing life, practice, and visibility

Writing Circles – Peer groups focused by genre, interest, or stage of writing. Writing circles are exclusive to members of the Federation of BC Writers.  This program is one of our most popular and regularly includes 30+ unique circles with over 300 participants. Spaces are limited based on the needs of each individual circle and a space is not guaranteed as they fill up fast.

If you don't see a circle that matches your goals or needs, pitch us your idea for one and we will help you make it come to fruition; we would love to have you join the program to help us create more opportunities for writers. Training is provided. (online)

Writing Sprints – Regular, facilitated writing sessions designed to help you focus, find accountability, and build momentum in your projects. (online)

Seasonal Writing Challenges – Seasonal challenges provide structure, community encouragement, and milestone check-ins to keep you on track. (online)

Submission & Exposure Opportunities – Through WordWorks, Launched, regional reading series, contests, and more, you’ll find chances to publish, be featured, or gain recognition. (online)

Tax/CRA Recognition – Membership in an arts organization helps establish your credibility as a practicing artist, which can be relevant in tax and grant applications.

Connect: Meet people, build relationships, and expand your network

Writers’ Socials – Monthly member-only Zoom gatherings where you can chat craft, swap resources, and meet new writers. (online)

Online Community & Peer Support – Our membership network spans the province, and your profile is hosted on the FBCW site so others can find and connect with you.

Exclusive Invitations & Member Discounts – Members get priority or discounted access to ticketed events, readings, and conferences.

Regional Spotlight / Reading Series – We host reading events across BC that showcase writers from different regions and genres. (online)

Fireside Chats / Author Conversations – Informal online sessions where established writers share their journeys, the challenges, and the craft. (online)

Round Up Blog – Weekly blog about events for writers across the province. (digital)

WriteON Newsletter  – all the latest news form the federation about events, updates, programs, and more. (digital)

Sense of Belonging & Creative Momentum – Many members comment on how membership gives them accountability, encouragement, and connection—turning what is often a solitary practice into a shared journey.

I find it incredibly comforting to belong to a cavalcade of BC Writers, each of us creating our art, wrangling words, shaping and sharing our respective imaginings.

Bill Engleson

Author, Denman Island