Date Posted: Monday April 4, 2022 News type: Association
Unlock your editing career Ready to launch your editing career? Wondering how to let employers know you’ve got what it takes? Editors Canada is pleased to announce a new test to assess knowledge of the basics of editing and to provide a qualification for entry-level editors. Editors Canada Editing Essentials evaluates basic competence in the areas of […]
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Date Posted: Monday March 28, 2022 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
News, events, tips and updates from Editors Canada In this issue: 1. EDITORS 22: Registration is now open for our virtual 2022 national conference2. WEBINARS: Training opportunities for diverse interests and experience levels3. EDITING ESSENTIALS: Introducing a new entry-level test for editors4. PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION: Show the world you’re at the top of your editing game5. […]
Date Posted: Monday March 14, 2022 News type: AGM , Members-only news
Editors Canada’s 2022 annual general meeting (AGM) will be held on Saturday, June 18. Our association has a long tradition of member involvement, and any member is entitled to make a motion to be put to a vote at the meeting. The Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act requires that substantive motions must be on the agenda that goes […]
Date Posted: Thursday March 3, 2022 News type: Association , News release , Statements
The Editors’ Association of Canada (Editors Canada) condemns Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. We recognize Ukraine as an independent and autonomous nation led by a democratically elected government. We denounce, in the strongest terms, Russia’s violent physical attacks on Ukraine, as well as the spread of disinformation that is being used to sow discord at […]
Date Posted: Thursday February 24, 2022 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
News, events, tips and updates from Editors Canada In this issue: 1. WEBINARS: Learn something new about your craft!2. BOOST YOUR RESUMÉ: Get involved3. PRESIDENT’S AWARD: Recognizing Editors Canada’s stellar volunteers4. CLAUDETTE UPTON SCHOLARSHIP: $1,000 award for a promising student editor5. PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION: Spotlight on the Copy Editing exam6. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Mentorship7. MEMBER NEWS: A […]
Date Posted: Tuesday February 1, 2022 News type: Member news
Editors Canada Ottawa–Gatineau member Brenda Adams edited Dancing in the River by George Lee, which just won the Guernica Prize for unpublished literary fiction. This is the author’s debut book, and it will be released in print later in 2022. Editors British Columbia member Philip Sherwood has recently been published two long-time projects. First with the Finest: Vanderpol’s, a Family Enterprise is a […]
Date Posted: Sunday January 30, 2022 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
The beginning of a new year is when we reflect on what we’ve accomplished, but it’s also a time to look ahead to the changes we want (or need) to make. Did you resolve to focus on your career in 2022? In this e-news update, we’ll look at how belonging to Editors Canada can help […]
Date Posted: Tuesday December 14, 2021 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
News, events, tips and updates from Editors Canada In this issue: 1. TOM FAIRLEY AWARD: Submit your nomination2. KAREN VIRAG AWARD: Tell us about the editing hero in your community3. THE EDITORS’ VINE: Sneak peek at the New Year’s offerings4. FEATURED VOLUNTEER: Gael Spivak5. GET INVOLVED: Volunteer opportunities6. FACEBOOK GROUP: Keeping our info up to […]
Date Posted: Monday November 29, 2021 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
News, events, tips and updates from Editors Canada In this issue: 1. MEMBER SERVICES: The Oxford Reference Online Premium Collection is now free for Editors Canada members!2. WEBINARS: Come train with us!3. PUBLICATIONS: Edit Like a Pro4. STUDENT RELATIONS: Zoom social5. GET INVOLVED: Join the marketing and communications committee6. MEMBER NEWS: A round of applause!7. INDEXING […]
Date Posted: Sunday November 14, 2021 News type: Association , Member services , Members-only news
We’re excited to announce a new benefit of membership. The Oxford Reference Online Premium Collection is now free for Editors Canada members and student affiliates via the association website! Oxford Reference Online is one of the world’s most trusted reference products, featuring the contents of Oxford University Press’s Dictionaries, Companions and Encyclopedias. What’s included for Editors Canada […]
Date Posted: Monday November 1, 2021 News type: Member news
Editors Toronto student affiliate Erin Della Mattia is the 2021 recipient of the Robert Weaver Award for Editorial Excellence through the Chang School of Continuing Studies at Ryerson University. The award recognizes a student who has demonstrated excellence in editing and a sound career plan with books.
Date Posted: Wednesday October 27, 2021 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
News, events, tips and updates from Editors Canada In this issue: 1. WEBINARS: Train online with Editors Canada2. CONGRÈS DES LANGAGIERS ET LANGAGIÈRES: Reserve your spot3. PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION: Study tips4. STUDENT RELATIONS: Upcoming events5. TWIG NEWS: A new lending library in Editors Barrie and an upcoming Editors Kingston meeting6. WHY VOLUNTEER? A message from the volunteer […]
Date Posted: Friday October 1, 2021 News type: Member news
Editors Québec member Agnès André is pleased to announce the publishing of her first translation, Seasons: Desert sketches, a collection of short radio essays by Utahn nature writer Ellen Meloy (Torrey House Press). The book, with a foreword by Annie Proulx (Brokeback Mountain), is a sharp and humorous criticism of our relationship with nature and a celebration of […]
Date Posted: Tuesday September 28, 2021 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
News, events, tips and updates from Editors Canada In this issue: 1. WEBINARS: Train online with Editors Canada2. CONGRÈS DES LANGAGIERS ET LANGAGIÈRES: Decide how you would like to participate3. PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION: New auto-proctored exam process4. BRANCH NEWS: Upcoming Editors Ottawa–Gatineau online seminar5. STUDENT RELATIONS: Online events6. MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS: Update7. PHOTOS: Editors Canada albums are […]
Date Posted: Wednesday September 1, 2021 News type: Member news
Editors Calgary freelance editor, writer and ghostwriter Lorna Stuber just published her first book—The Fresh Freelancer. In this how-to book, she draws on her experience of starting her successful business and advises new freelance editors, or those thinking of venturing down that path, on how to set up their own editing business. This book suggests training and […]
Date Posted: Sunday August 29, 2021 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
News, events, tips and updates from Editors Canada In this issue: 1. WEBINARS: Train online with Editors Canada2. PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION: Show the world you’re at the top of your editing game3. PUBLICATIONS: Writing and editing for equity, diversity and inclusion4. DISCOUNTS: The Chicago Manual of Style is now in PerfectIt proofreading software5. MEMBER NEWS: Tell the world […]
Date Posted: Tuesday August 3, 2021 News type: Association , News release , Statements
The discovery of mass and unmarked graves at the sites of former residential schools in multiple provinces serves as a painful reminder of Canada’s history of racism and colonialism. Editors Canada recognizes that violence and injustice against Indigenous people is systemic and ongoing. We are heartbroken for the families that are suffering, and for the […]
Date Posted: Wednesday July 28, 2021 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
News, events, tips and updates from Editors Canada In this issue: 1. WEBINARS: Train online with Editors Canada2. BOOST YOUR RESUMÉ: Get involved3. CONGRÈS DES LANGAGIERS ET LANGAGIÈRES : réservez votre place4. EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Task force wrap-up5. PUBLICATIONS: Edit Like a Pro: Proofreading now available6. STUDENT RELATIONS: New Facebook series7. MEMBER NEWS: A round of applause!8. PARTNER […]
Date Posted: Monday July 12, 2021 News type: AGM , Members-only news
Heather Buzila, President Editors Canada held its 2021 annual general meeting (AGM) on June 26 via the Zoom platform. The AGM is usually held in person during the annual conference, but because the conference was virtual this year, the AGM was also held virtually. Attendees A total of 74 members, 2 student affiliates, and 4 staff members […]
Date Posted: Thursday July 1, 2021 News type: Certification , News release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toronto, July 2, 2021— The Editors’ Association of Canada (Editors Canada) is pleased to announce that two editors have earned new professional certifications. This year, Editors Canada recognizes two new Certified Stylistic Editors and one new Certified Professional Editor. Certified Stylistic Editor Lindsey Hritzuk (Calgary, Alberta)Robyn So (New Westminster, British Columbia) Certified […]
Date Posted: Thursday July 1, 2021 News type: Member news
In May 2021, Gael Spivak (Editors Ottawa–Gatineau) gave a presentation at the Access for All plain language conference. She spoke about the work of the localization and implementation committee, which she chairs on behalf of the International Plain Language Federation. This committee is helping countries around the world to plan for adopting and localizing the ISO plain […]
Date Posted: Monday June 28, 2021 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
News, events, tips and updates from Editors Canada In this issue: 1. EDITORS 21: Thank you!2. WEBINARS: Train online with Editors Canada3. TWIG NEWS: Editors Atlantic is here4. GET INVOLVED: Insurance task force leader needed4. PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION: Proofreading practices survey results5. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Mentorship6. MEMBER NEWS: A round of applause!7. NEC: Notes from your national […]
Date Posted: Sunday June 27, 2021 News type: Awards , News release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toronto, June 28, 2021—The Editors’ Association of Canada (Editors Canada) has presented 5 national awards, including more than $6,500 in prizes, to 26 recipients. Editors Canada’s annual awards recognize exceptional editors for their talent and dedication. The association supports the professional development of editors throughout their careers, and is proud to honour […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toronto, June 28, 2021—The Editors’ Association of Canada (Editors Canada) has announced that Nancy Foran of Toronto, Ontario, is the recipient of the 2021 Lee d’Anjou Volunteer of the Year Award. Editors Canada began in 1979 as the Freelance Editors’ Association of Canada to promote and maintain high standards of editing. As […]