Ontario Writers-in-the-Schools Application Form

Applications are now open for readings taking place this Spring through the Union's Ontario Writers-in-the-Schools program, supported by the Ontario Arts Council and the Government of Ontario. Apply now for in-person or live virtual author presentations in Ontario’s schools taking place between April 1 and August 31, 2025. Authors participating in this program must be members of The Writers' Union of Canada. Deadline: February 17, 2025, 11:59 pm EST.

Please note: Applications received usually exceed available funding and it may not be possible to fund all applications. 

Reminder: Each member is eligible for up to three visits per fiscal year. Members can only apply for up to two readings per funding period. Funding periods are: Fall/Winter (September 1 – March 31) and Spring/Summer (April 1 – August 31).

Do not submit more applications than you are eligible for. If you submit more applications than you are eligible for, your applications will not be reviewed.

Please ensure you have reviewed the Ontario Writers-in-the-Schools program guidelines before applying.

Important! You must be logged into your member account in order to submit this form. All members have an account. If you need to reset your password, you can do so at portal.writersunion.ca/user/password. For assistance, please contact info@writersunion.ca.

 

Applicant Details
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Requested funding

As part of the Union’s Equity Implementation Plan, the Union prioritizes funding for authors who are Black, Indigenous, racialized, LGBTQI2S, or living with a disability.

If you wish to self-identify with any of these categories, please select all that apply
Presentation Details
Presentation format
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School address
The school must be located in Ontario.
Classroom Grade Level (check all that apply)