Literary Journalism: Memoir 2026
Type
Residency
Category
Other
Status
Open for Applications
Deadline
June 3, 2026
Application Fee
$65
Host
Banff Centre
Location
Calgary, Canada
This residency encourages the exploration of new ideas in the writing of Memoir. Designed to challenge and stimulate, the program aims to inspire creative pieces of non-fiction and to assist the writers in their completion.
Faculty members Dionne Brand, Kyo Maclear, Ivan E. Coyote, and professional guest Simon Thibault (Goose Lane) will mentor participants. This self-directed program offers time and space for writers to focus and re-energize their writing practice while connecting with an artistic literary community. In addition to a single room and a small private studio, you will be surrounded by a community of artistic peers. You will have the opportunity to attend inspiring talks and performances and meet with guest faculty to consult on your work.
Scholarships are available.
Program Dates Oct 05, 2026 - Oct 16, 2026
Faculty members Dionne Brand, Kyo Maclear, Ivan E. Coyote, and professional guest Simon Thibault (Goose Lane) will mentor participants. This self-directed program offers time and space for writers to focus and re-energize their writing practice while connecting with an artistic literary community. In addition to a single room and a small private studio, you will be surrounded by a community of artistic peers. You will have the opportunity to attend inspiring talks and performances and meet with guest faculty to consult on your work.
Scholarships are available.
Program Dates Oct 05, 2026 - Oct 16, 2026