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FREE Webinar: Intro to Hybrid Publishing & Wild Skies Press

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In this webinar, learn about the different publishing paths to propel your publishing career forward—including hybrid publishing.

DEADLINE: June 17, 2026 - 7:00 pm

Everyone Has a Story – Songwriting Workshop in Fort McMurray with John Wort Hannam

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This FREE workshop will take place in the Holy Trinity Catholic High School (230 Powder Dr, Fort McMurray, AB T9K 2W6) on June 6 & 7, 2026 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. 

DEADLINE: June 6, 2026 - 10:00 am

2026 Collider Festival at the Citadel Theatre in Edmonton

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Join the Citadel Theatre at the 2026 Collider Festival - enjoy play readings, mixers, and workshops!

DEADLINE: June 7, 2026 - 5:00 pm

And Then They Sing: Musical Theatre Bookwriting - Workshops at the Citadel Theatre

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Register today for the And Then They Sing: a Musical Theatre Bookwriting workshop at the Citadel Theatre!

DEADLINE: June 6, 2026 - 10:00 am

The Fornes Workshop with Mariló Núñez -- Citadel Theatre

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Register today for The Fornes Workshop at the Citadel Theatre!

DEADLINE: June 7, 2026 - 10:00 am

YouthWrite Write2Film Summer Camp

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Overnight Camp for Ages 14-19

DEADLINE: July 7, 2026 - 5:00 pm

YouthWrite Summer Camps in Calgary

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An unforgettable experience for creative youth, spending time with quality instructors and other talented peers discussing ideas and sharing their work.

DEADLINE: June 23, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Literary Journalism: Memoir 2026

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This two-week residency encourages the exploration of new ideas in the writing of Memoir.

DEADLINE: June 3, 2026 - 5:00 pm

Printmaking Sampler

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Join Alberta Printmakers to learn 4 different print techniques! No experience required!

DEADLINE: May 23, 2026 - 5:00 pm