These funding sources may help cover part or all of the costs associated with hosting me either in person or virtually. Please visit program websites for eligibility requirements and application guidelines.

School Visits in Alberta

Are you a school, library, or organization in Alberta interested in hosting me? The Young Alberta Book Society will fund my travel to any Alberta location through it Taleblazers program, which supports literacy initiatives. Visit my YABS author page for details on my presentations for grades K-12 and family literacy events.

Public Readings – Canada

As a member of The Writers Union of Canada (TWUC), I’m eligible to apply for funding through the National Public Readings Program, which supports in-person and virtual presentations at public locations anywhere in Canada. Step one—contact me to discuss your event.

Ontario Writers-in-the-Schools

As a Writers’ Union of Canada (TWUC) member, I’m eligible for funding to present in person or virtually at Ontario elementary and secondary schools through the Ontario Writers-in-the-Schools (WITS) program. Step one—ask to be added to my school list.

Northern Ontario Schools

The Northern Ontario Writers-in-the-Schools program opens to applications in late fall, with a mid January deadline. Step one—ask to be added to my school list.

Canada Council Funding – Arts Across Canada

Arts Across Canada funding supports libraries and other organizations across Canada. It funds readings, presentations, and author residencies. For details, email artsacrosscanada@canadacouncil.ca or phone 1-800-263-5588 or (613) 566-4414, ext. 4039.

Artists and Education Funding – Alberta

The Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) funds approved authors to serve as writers-in-residence in Alberta schools through the Artists and Education project grant. You can apply to host me for a one to thirty day literacy-building residency for students from kindergarten to grade 12. The annual deadline is May 1 of each year. Please connect with me as early as possible to ensure sufficient application time.