News reserved for members and student affiliates of Editors Canada
Date Posted: Tuesday September 8, 2026 News type: Member services , Members-only news
Good writing never goes out of style, and neither do the trusted resources that support it. Whether you’re editing, writing, teaching or managing content, The Canadian Press style guides remain essential tools for maintaining clarity, consistency and accuracy. Save 15% on Canadian Press style products until October 8 For a limited time, Editors Canada members […]
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Date Posted: Thursday August 20, 2026 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
1. PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION: Registration is open for the 2026 Stylistic Editing and Copy Editing exams There are only a few weeks left to take advantage of the early-bird pricing for the Stylistic Editing and Copy Editing Professional Certification exams. If you think you’re ready to take the exams, register today to save. Early-bird prices end […]
Date Posted: Monday August 10, 2026 News type: Association , Members-only news , National executive council
Dear Editors Canada members and student affiliates, We want to provide you with an update on Editors Canada’s financial position and the work the national executive council (NEC) is doing to ensure our association’s long-term sustainability. Over the past three to four years, Editors Canada has experienced substantial operating deficits. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we […]
Date Posted: Tuesday July 28, 2026 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
1. CONFERENCE: Recorded sessions are now available for purchase Did you miss our national conference in Halifax in May? Recordings of individual conference sessions and full conference packages are now available for purchase until August 31, 2026. Once purchased, all recordings are available on demand until September 15, 2026. Get new tools and strategies to […]
Date Posted: Friday July 17, 2026 News type: Member services , Members-only news
Recipe Editing 101 Recipe Editing 101 is a six-week course taught by Melissa Haskin. Students learn everything they need to know to start editing recipes and cookbooks. What to expect: We will cover the difference between beating and stirring, what to do if a photo doesn’t match a recipe, when to query, and more. About […]
Date Posted: Wednesday July 15, 2026 News type: AGM , Members-only news
Editors Canada held its 2026 annual general meeting (AGM) on June 25 on Zoom. Attendees A total of 69 members were registered for the AGM. Additionally, 22 members were represented by proxy. At the peak of the meeting, 60 participants (including 2 staff) were present. Parliamentarian I asked Gael Spivak to be my parliamentarian for […]
Date Posted: Friday June 19, 2026 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
1. THINKING ABOUT PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION? Learn from a Certified Editor’s success story Join us on July 16, 2026, at 1 p.m., ET, for a free webinar presented by Kristen Clark (Certified Copy Editor, Certified Stylistic Editor). While the path to professional certification looks different for everyone, Kristen will share the preparation strategies, resources and mindset […]
Date Posted: Thursday June 11, 2026 News type: AGM , Members-only news
Our 2025 Annual Report, which now contains the audited financial statements, is available for download. Members will vote on these reports at our annual general meeting, which takes place on Zoom on Thursday, June 25, 2026. For more information about the meeting, visit the annual general meeting 2026 page.
Date Posted: Monday June 1, 2026 News type: AGM , Members-only news
All members are called to attend the annual general meeting (AGM) of the Editors’ Association of Canada (Editors Canada). The purpose of the meeting is to conduct the annual business of the association. Date:Thursday, June 25, 2026 Time:7 p.m. – 9 p.m. (ET) Location:This meeting will take place on Zoom. At its May 2022 meeting, […]
Date Posted: Thursday May 28, 2026 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
1. TRAINING: Catch up on our spring webinar season If you missed any training sessions from our recent spring lineup, no worries! You can find all the recordings on our webinars page. Recently we’ve offered sessions on: All webinars are available to purchase and watch at your leisure. Plus, more professional development at SFU in […]
Date Posted: Thursday April 30, 2026 News type: Association , Members-only news
Dear members and student affiliates, Following member concerns about the draft Editors Canada strategic plan that was presented at last year’s annual general meeting (AGM), we opened a member consultation on the draft plan in December 2025. Feedback received A working group of four directors on the national executive council (NEC) reviewed and consolidated all […]
Date Posted: Monday April 27, 2026 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
1. TRAINING: Our last webinar of the season and more! Don’t miss the last webinar in our spring professional development lineup: Want to get caught up on the rest of our webinar season? Recorded sessions are available on our webinars page. You’ll find training on editing and AI, freelancing skills like managing business processes and […]
Date Posted: Wednesday April 15, 2026 News type: Member services , Members-only news , Web
Dear Editors Canada members and student affiliates, We are writing to inform you that the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) is experiencing technical issues that are affecting Editors Canada member access through our website’s EZproxy connection. To ensure access during this period, our national office has arranged temporary login credentials for the OED website for Editors […]
Date Posted: Monday April 6, 2026 News type: AGM , Association , Members-only news
Would you like to help shape Editors Canada at the national level, develop new skills and broaden your professional network? The 2026 nominating committee of Editors Canada is looking for engaged, dedicated people to serve on the national executive council (NEC) or chair national committees. You can find details on the following in the Nominations […]
Date Posted: Thursday April 2, 2026 News type: AGM , Members-only news
Editors Canada’s 2026 annual general meeting (AGM) will be held on Thursday, June 25. 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 […]
Date Posted: Tuesday March 31, 2026 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
1. WEBINARS: Train to stay on the cutting edge of your craft The editing field continues to evolve, and training with Editors Canada can help you stay on top of industry developments and keep your skills sharp. Don’t miss our upcoming April webinars: Register now on our webinars page! Plus, professional development this spring at […]
Date Posted: Tuesday February 24, 2026 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
1. TRAIN ONLINE: New webinars ahead! If you haven’t yet had a chance to look at our new selection of winter/spring webinars, there are still plenty of professional development opportunities to come! Don’t miss these sessions coming up in March and beyond: Sign up on our webinars page! Plus, professional development in March from SFU Join […]
Date Posted: Monday February 23, 2026 News type: Association , Members-only news
Dear members and student affiliates, At the request of members, a recorded reading of the draft Editors’ Association of Canada Strategic Plan 2025–2030 is now available. Recording link: Watch the recording now on Zoom now.Passcode: !heB3K4A Many thanks to Maylon Gardner, Editors British Columbia member and chair of the member services committee, for her work […]
Date Posted: Thursday February 12, 2026 News type: Members-only news , Professional standards
Please see below for an invitation to Editors Canada members to join a volunteer task force to update our French-language editorial standards, Principes directeurs en révision professionnelle. Réviseurs Canada doit mettre à jour ses Principes directeurs en révision professionnelle La plus récente mouture des Principes directeurs en révision professionnelle, de Réviseurs Canada remonte à 2014. […]
Date Posted: Thursday January 29, 2026 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
News, events, tips and updates from Editors Canada As we step into a new year filled with fresh goals and new opportunities, it’s the perfect time to take stock of the resources that can help you move your career forward. Your Editors Canada membership is more than a line on your resumé—it’s a powerful tool […]
Date Posted: Wednesday December 17, 2025 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
1. WEBINARS: Give the gift of learning this holiday season! Looking for a holiday gift that will make a lasting impact? An Editors Canada webinar recording is a great choice for anyone who’s interested in expanding their editing or writing skills and opportunities. We offer sessions on: Find the perfect gift on our webinars page! […]
Date Posted: Wednesday December 10, 2025 News type: Association , Members-only news
Dear members and student affiliates, I’m pleased to announce that, following a fee freeze in 2025, Editors Canada will continue to hold membership and student affiliate fees at their 2024 rates. NEC votes to freeze membership fees Editors Canada’s national executive council (NEC) understands that affordability is the number one concern for many people in […]
Date Posted: Tuesday December 2, 2025 News type: Association , Members-only news
Background on Editors Canada’s strategic plan Editors Canada’s last strategic plan concluded in 2021. Work on a new plan was delayed because of the COVID-19 pandemic and financial concerns. Drafting a new strategic plan In summer 2023, Editors Canada sought the help of a strategic planning consulting firm to begin the process of drafting a […]
Date Posted: Wednesday November 26, 2025 News type: Members-only news , National e-news update
1. TRAINING: Don’t miss our final webinars of 2025! The fall season is coming to a close, and so is our fall webinar season. You still have a chance to catch a live webinar with us this year by checking out our December sessions: Don’t miss out—use your 40% off member discount before the year […]