Annual CanWrite! Conference
Introduction - Current CanWrite! Conference - Rates & Registration - Accommodation & Transportation
About CAA Conferences
Each year a writers conference is held by the CAA in Canada in locations from coast to coast.
- The 87th Annual Conference: hosted by the Alberta Branch in Edmonton, Alberta July 3-6, 2008 (see CAA Alberta Branch’s CanWrite! 2008 site for details).
Many Wonderful Opportunities for Writers
These conferences allow writers to meet with other people of like interest from across this wide and wonderful country. Publishers and agents attend these conferences, workshops are given, and readings are welcome highlights. The Awards Dinner is a big event with some of the most prestigious writing prizes available to Canadian writers.
Enjoy the Real CAA
You haven’t experienced the Canadian Authors Association until you attend an Annual Conference!
Win Your Registration for the Next CAA Conference
The annual CanWrite! Conference Story Contest provides a free registration to the next CAA Conference for the top three winners, plus a number of other prizes.
The CAA 87th Annual Conference
The 87th CAA Annual Conference will be held in Edmonton July 3-6, 2008. General pricing and information is contained on this page. Detailed information and on-line registration for the 2008 conference is found on CAA Alberta Branch’s CanWrite! 2008 site.
CAA Alberta Branch Contacts
You can use the following sources for information about the Alberta Branch or to learn more about the 2008 conference:
- Web: CAA Alberta Branch’s CanWrite! 2008 site
- E-mail:
About The 2008 Conference
The CAA CanWrite! Conference is a writing conference for all writers. The conference will be hosted at the University of Alberta Conference Centre, Edmonton, Alberta. See CAA Alberta Branch’s CanWrite! 2008 site for additional information.
2008 CanWrite! Conference Flyer
Have a look at the CanWrite! 2008 flyer (PDF - 860k) for a quick overview of what this conference can offer you, including registration details.
Conference Speakers & Schedules
The Alberta Branch Conference Committee has an exciting conference planned with lots of information, interaction and the chance to meet writers from across the country!
Program Information
Please visit CAA Alberta Branch’s CanWrite! 2008 site for current program information.
CAA Literary Awards
The Awards Banquet hosts the presentations of the CAA Literary Awards with readings by the award winners.
There is more information about the 2008 CAA Awards presentations and readings on the CAA Alberta Conference site:
- 2008 National Literary Awards Readings on July 4, 2008 at Timms Centre for the Arts.
- Literary Awards Gala on July 5, 2008 at the University of Alberta Conference Centre.
2008 Conference Registration
You can register online or by mail using the CanWrite! 2008 registration form (PDF - 52k). Mail registration forms (with your cheque, money order or credit card information for the appropriate fees) to:
- Registration, CanWrite! 2008
- Box 52007
- Edmonton, AB
- T6G 2T5
CAA Alberta Branch’s CanWrite! 2008 site has contact and program information as well as on-line registration.
| Registration Fees: | CAA Members:** | Others: |
|---|---|---|
| Before December 15th, 2007 (Christmas Special) | $255 | $295 |
| Before March 1st, 2008 | $265 | $305 |
| After March 1st, 2008 | $325 | $365 |
| Day Registration Fees: | CAA Members:** | Others: |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, July 4 sessions and keynote breakfast |
$175 | $195 |
| Saturday, July 5 sessions and awards banquet |
$175 | $195 |
Member Discounts
** The conference registration rates are discounted for CAA members. Consider joining the CAA before registering to obtain these benefits. Please note on the registration form that you are a new member.
The CanWrite! 2008 flyer (PDF - 860k) has the 2008 Conference details in PDF format which can be e-mailed or printed for distribution.
Accommodation & Transportation
See CAA Alberta Branch’s Conference Travel & Accommodation page for additional information and details about how to reach the conference site.
Accommodation
There are always special arrangements with local hotels or university dorms for accommodation while attending a CAA CanWrite! Conference.
University Accommodation
- A block of rooms has been reserved in Schaffer Hall, the University of Alberta residences, where guests can stay for $50/night plus taxes.
Hotel Accommodation
- There is a suite hotel within walking distance of the conference centre.
Transportation
Edmonton & Area Transportation.
Destination Information
Maps
Tourism
The following pages will help you learn more about the Edmonton area.
www.canauthors.org/conference.html
Updated: June 13, 2008
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