This two-week 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.

Optional elements include:
Q&A sessions
Public events
one-on-one mentoring sessions with faculty to discuss ideas, experiences and obstacles that participants may be encountering with their writing.

Program faculty inlcude Dionne Brand, Kyo Maclear, Ivan E. Coyote, and professional guest Simon Thibault (Goose Lane).

Application Deadline June 03, 2026
Program Dates Oct 05, 2026 - Oct 16, 2026

Scholarships are available.