Writer in Residence, Saskatoon Public Library
- Saskatoon, SK
- Permanent
- Full-time
Canada who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents. This individual acts as a
mentor to writers in and around Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, reviewing manuscripts
and providing criticism and advice about publishing. The Writer offers individual
consultations, group workshops and programs, author readings and participates in
other special events during their residency.
In addition to working directly with local writers, the Writer in Residence program
enables the author to work on their own writing projects. This residency requires
working collaboratively with the public through individual consultations, school
visits, group workshops and public lectures or seminars. The position requires
36.25 hours a week: 14.5 hours (40 percent) of the author’s time will be devoted
to library programs and projects, while 21.75 hours (60 percent) will be used for
their own creative writing.Saskatoon Public Library’s Writer in Residence program has a long and illustrious
history. It was founded in 1981 and has employed a number of nationally
acclaimed writers, including Guy Vanderhaeghe, Candace Savage, Alice Kuipers
and Arthur Slade. In addition to the program’s well-established, positive reputation
in Saskatoon, there are many other reasons to apply:
Flexibility: You can make your own schedule provided 40 percent of your hours
are allocated towards library projects (i.e., consultations and programs) and 60
percent is used for your own creative writing.
Make a Difference: Through meeting with and providing direction/advice to new
and aspiring writers, you’ll be enriching and strengthening the Canadian literary
community.The City: Located on Treaty 6 territory and the homeland of the Métis, Saskatoon
is a flourishing and culturally vibrant city of nearly 300,000 people straddling the
beautiful South Saskatchewan River. Ranked 17th in The New York Times’ inaugural
52 Places to Visit feature, the city features 60 km of riverside trails, a world-class
arts scene and renowned culinary destinations—all of which has helped the city
earn its nickname, Paris of the Prairies.Applications must include:
- A cover letter and resume outlining literary publications and previous experience.
- A sample (20 – 30 pages, double-spaced) of recent work (reviews of earlier work
- Three signed letters of reference.
saskatoonlibrary.ca/careers. All applications must be received by Nov 15, 2025.A current, acceptable Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check will be
required.
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