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Presenting the 2026 Shields Prize Jury:
Carmen Maria Machado (Jury Chair), Ivan Coyote, Cherie Dimaline, Chitra Divakaruni, and Deesha Philyaw.
Learn more: carolshieldsprizeforfiction.com/2026-prize-j... and please join us in celebrating them! 🎉
Carmen Maria Machado (Jury Chair), Ivan Coyote, Cherie Dimaline, Chitra Divakaruni, and Deesha Philyaw.
Learn more: carolshieldsprizeforfiction.com/2026-prize-j... and please join us in celebrating them! 🎉
February 3, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Presenting the 2026 Shields Prize Jury:
Carmen Maria Machado (Jury Chair), Ivan Coyote, Cherie Dimaline, Chitra Divakaruni, and Deesha Philyaw.
Learn more: carolshieldsprizeforfiction.com/2026-prize-j... and please join us in celebrating them! 🎉
Carmen Maria Machado (Jury Chair), Ivan Coyote, Cherie Dimaline, Chitra Divakaruni, and Deesha Philyaw.
Learn more: carolshieldsprizeforfiction.com/2026-prize-j... and please join us in celebrating them! 🎉
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📅 February 11, 2026 | #Ottawa
At the National Arts Centre, @cdec-cdce.bsky.social invites you to a day of dialogue on the impact of #AI on the creative industries, bringing together Canadian, Indigenous, and international perspectives.
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At the National Arts Centre, @cdec-cdce.bsky.social invites you to a day of dialogue on the impact of #AI on the creative industries, bringing together Canadian, Indigenous, and international perspectives.
🔗 cdec-cdce.org/en/events/ev...
Event – Valuing Human Creativity in the Age of AI
The CDCE organizes a day of dialogue entitled “Valuing Human Creativity in the Age of AI – On the Road to the National Summit on Artificial Intelligence and Culture.”
cdec-cdce.org
January 19, 2026 at 5:40 PM
📅 February 11, 2026 | #Ottawa
At the National Arts Centre, @cdec-cdce.bsky.social invites you to a day of dialogue on the impact of #AI on the creative industries, bringing together Canadian, Indigenous, and international perspectives.
🔗 cdec-cdce.org/en/events/ev...
At the National Arts Centre, @cdec-cdce.bsky.social invites you to a day of dialogue on the impact of #AI on the creative industries, bringing together Canadian, Indigenous, and international perspectives.
🔗 cdec-cdce.org/en/events/ev...
We extend our congratulations to Mark on this well-deserved honour!
We’re thrilled to share that Mark Bourrie, author of the RBC Taylor Prize-winning BUSH RUNNER, CROSSES IN THE SKY, and RIPPER, has been recognized with the 2025 Governor General’s History Award for Popular Media: The Pierre Berton Award! 🎉
January 22, 2026 at 2:37 PM
We extend our congratulations to Mark on this well-deserved honour!
We send our best wishes and deepest congratulations to Karen on being awarded the T.S. Eliot Poetry Prize!
www.cbc.ca/books/saskat...
www.cbc.ca/books/saskat...
Saskatchewan-born poet Karen Solie wins T.S. Eliot Prize for Wellwater | CBC Books
The T.S. Eliot Prize is an annual award for the best new poetry collection published in the U.K. and Ireland
www.cbc.ca
January 22, 2026 at 2:35 PM
We send our best wishes and deepest congratulations to Karen on being awarded the T.S. Eliot Poetry Prize!
www.cbc.ca/books/saskat...
www.cbc.ca/books/saskat...
Congratulations to @mirandajoli.bsky.social & Padma Viswanathan on being among this year's nominees for the Republic of Consciousness Prize.
The longlist has been selected! Congratulations to all of the authors, publishers, and translators of these marvelous books.
January 22, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Congratulations to @mirandajoli.bsky.social & Padma Viswanathan on being among this year's nominees for the Republic of Consciousness Prize.
Access Copyright Foundation is accepting applications for its Marian Hebb Research Grant program until Feb. 15.
If you're hoping to undertake research to result in a publishable work & looking for support, we hope you'll consider applying for a grant.
www.acfoundation.ca/2025/12/17/a...
If you're hoping to undertake research to result in a publishable work & looking for support, we hope you'll consider applying for a grant.
www.acfoundation.ca/2025/12/17/a...
Access Copyright Foundation Marian Hebb Research Grant Applications. Deadline: February 15, 2026
Access Copyright Foundation is now accepting applications for its 2026 round of funding for its Marian Hebb Research Grant program.
www.acfoundation.ca
January 13, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Access Copyright Foundation is accepting applications for its Marian Hebb Research Grant program until Feb. 15.
If you're hoping to undertake research to result in a publishable work & looking for support, we hope you'll consider applying for a grant.
www.acfoundation.ca/2025/12/17/a...
If you're hoping to undertake research to result in a publishable work & looking for support, we hope you'll consider applying for a grant.
www.acfoundation.ca/2025/12/17/a...
We wish to extend our sincere congratulations to the members of Canada's creative community who have newly appointed to or promoted within the Order of Canada. quillandquire.com/omni/michell...
Michelle Good and Elizabeth MacLeod among 2025 Order of Canada appointees - Quill and Quire
Governor General Mary Simon announced 80 new appointments to the Order on Dec. 31, 2025.
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January 8, 2026 at 2:29 PM
We wish to extend our sincere congratulations to the members of Canada's creative community who have newly appointed to or promoted within the Order of Canada. quillandquire.com/omni/michell...
Happy New Year!
We are pleased to share that our business-systems update has finished and all affected portals are now back online. More details on accessing our updated portals can be found here: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
We are pleased to share that our business-systems update has finished and all affected portals are now back online. More details on accessing our updated portals can be found here: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
January 5, 2026 at 6:53 PM
Happy New Year!
We are pleased to share that our business-systems update has finished and all affected portals are now back online. More details on accessing our updated portals can be found here: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
We are pleased to share that our business-systems update has finished and all affected portals are now back online. More details on accessing our updated portals can be found here: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
We are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for Access Copyright Foundation's 2026 round of Marian Hebb Research Grant funding.
Deadline for applications is February 15, 2026.
All the information you need to apply is here: www.acfoundation.ca/2025/12/17/a...
Deadline for applications is February 15, 2026.
All the information you need to apply is here: www.acfoundation.ca/2025/12/17/a...
December 18, 2025 at 1:41 PM
We are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for Access Copyright Foundation's 2026 round of Marian Hebb Research Grant funding.
Deadline for applications is February 15, 2026.
All the information you need to apply is here: www.acfoundation.ca/2025/12/17/a...
Deadline for applications is February 15, 2026.
All the information you need to apply is here: www.acfoundation.ca/2025/12/17/a...
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🚨 The UK government just published a breakdown of the responses to its consultation on AI & copyright:
- 95% of respondents want AI companies to pay for their training data (made up of 88% saying strengthen copyright law, & 7% saying leave it as is)
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- 95% of respondents want AI companies to pay for their training data (made up of 88% saying strengthen copyright law, & 7% saying leave it as is)
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December 15, 2025 at 11:22 AM
🚨 The UK government just published a breakdown of the responses to its consultation on AI & copyright:
- 95% of respondents want AI companies to pay for their training data (made up of 88% saying strengthen copyright law, & 7% saying leave it as is)
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- 95% of respondents want AI companies to pay for their training data (made up of 88% saying strengthen copyright law, & 7% saying leave it as is)
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Our systems are now offline as we undertake an upgrade of our business systems which we expect will be completed on January 5, 2026. Learn more here: accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
December 17, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Our systems are now offline as we undertake an upgrade of our business systems which we expect will be completed on January 5, 2026. Learn more here: accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
Our Nominating Committee is continuing to accept applications from those interested in contributing to Access Copyright in a Board director capacity. Our posting has all the details you need to apply with confidence: accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
December 11, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Our Nominating Committee is continuing to accept applications from those interested in contributing to Access Copyright in a Board director capacity. Our posting has all the details you need to apply with confidence: accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
Access Copyright is profoundly sad to learn of the passing of Porter Anderson. Our thoughts are with Porter's loved ones and all those in the publishing industry who knew or worked closely with him. May his memory be a blessing. publishingperspectives.com/2025/12/port...
Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief of Publishing Perspectives, Dies - Publishing Perspectives
International journalist, moderator, and Editor-in-Chief of Publishing Perspectives, Porter Anderson has died.
publishingperspectives.com
December 3, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Access Copyright is profoundly sad to learn of the passing of Porter Anderson. Our thoughts are with Porter's loved ones and all those in the publishing industry who knew or worked closely with him. May his memory be a blessing. publishingperspectives.com/2025/12/port...
Access Copyright is planning an upgrade of its business systems at the end of this year. While this upgrade is taking place (scheduled to begin on Dec. 17, 2025 and end on Jan. 5, 2026) several platforms will be offline. Learn more: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
December 2, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Access Copyright is planning an upgrade of its business systems at the end of this year. While this upgrade is taking place (scheduled to begin on Dec. 17, 2025 and end on Jan. 5, 2026) several platforms will be offline. Learn more: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
Congratulations to the Hon. Marc Miller on being appointed the Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages. 1/3
December 1, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Congratulations to the Hon. Marc Miller on being appointed the Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages. 1/3
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I spoke with Sarah Tomlinson at CBC/Radio-Canada about professional creative work and artificial intelligence. You should read the article but, really, the sign over my right shoulder says all you need to know.
Don't make me tap the sign.
ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/220...
Don't make me tap the sign.
ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/220...
IA : le Canada face au défi du droit d’auteur
Des organismes artistiques craignent des impacts de cette technologie sur leurs industries et en ont fait part au Comité permanent du patrimoine canadien.
ici.radio-canada.ca
November 27, 2025 at 3:42 PM
I spoke with Sarah Tomlinson at CBC/Radio-Canada about professional creative work and artificial intelligence. You should read the article but, really, the sign over my right shoulder says all you need to know.
Don't make me tap the sign.
ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/220...
Don't make me tap the sign.
ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/220...
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Congratulations to @vincebeiser.bsky.social, winner of the 2025 #BalsilliePrize for Public Policy for his book Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future. Beiser was selected by a jury composed of Samantha Nutt, Taki Sarantakis & Scott Young.
November 26, 2025 at 3:10 AM
Congratulations to @vincebeiser.bsky.social, winner of the 2025 #BalsilliePrize for Public Policy for his book Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future. Beiser was selected by a jury composed of Samantha Nutt, Taki Sarantakis & Scott Young.
Another great post by Hugh Stephens - "The way to promote a strong AI industry, alongside vibrant content industries, is licensing, not loopholes." @melaniejolycan.bsky.social @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social @evansolomon.bsky.social #cdnpoli hughstephensblog.net/2025/11/20/w...
Canada's AI Training Dilemma: Licensing vs. Loopholes
Explore Canada's debate on AI training content rights, as some experts incorrectly advocate for TDM loopholes over licensing.
hughstephensblog.net
November 25, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Another great post by Hugh Stephens - "The way to promote a strong AI industry, alongside vibrant content industries, is licensing, not loopholes." @melaniejolycan.bsky.social @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social @evansolomon.bsky.social #cdnpoli hughstephensblog.net/2025/11/20/w...
Sincerest congratulations from the team at Access Copyright to Souvankham!
Souvankham Thammavongsa is the winner of the 2025 #GillerPrize for her novel, PICK A COLOUR. gillerprize.ca/souvankham-t...
Souvankham Thammavongsa is the Winner of the 2025 Giller Prize
November 17, 2025 (Toronto, Ontario) – Souvankham Thammavongsa has been named the winner of the 2025 Giller Prize for her novel, Pick a Colour, published by Knopf Canada, taking home $100,000.
The an...
gillerprize.ca
November 19, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Sincerest congratulations from the team at Access Copyright to Souvankham!
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On the Q&Q Job Board:
• Call for Board Directors @accesscopyright.bsky.social
• Marketing Specialist @uoftpress.bsky.social
• Jean Wilson Diversity in Publishing Fellowship @ubcpress.bsky.social
• Editorial Project Manager/Editor @arvaaqpress.bsky.social
For more details: bit.ly/48CrXpc
• Call for Board Directors @accesscopyright.bsky.social
• Marketing Specialist @uoftpress.bsky.social
• Jean Wilson Diversity in Publishing Fellowship @ubcpress.bsky.social
• Editorial Project Manager/Editor @arvaaqpress.bsky.social
For more details: bit.ly/48CrXpc
November 19, 2025 at 4:58 PM
On the Q&Q Job Board:
• Call for Board Directors @accesscopyright.bsky.social
• Marketing Specialist @uoftpress.bsky.social
• Jean Wilson Diversity in Publishing Fellowship @ubcpress.bsky.social
• Editorial Project Manager/Editor @arvaaqpress.bsky.social
For more details: bit.ly/48CrXpc
• Call for Board Directors @accesscopyright.bsky.social
• Marketing Specialist @uoftpress.bsky.social
• Jean Wilson Diversity in Publishing Fellowship @ubcpress.bsky.social
• Editorial Project Manager/Editor @arvaaqpress.bsky.social
For more details: bit.ly/48CrXpc
Are you looking to contribute to Canada’s creative economy in a Board Director capacity? We are currently recruiting for those interested in serving on our Board. Learn more: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
November 19, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Are you looking to contribute to Canada’s creative economy in a Board Director capacity? We are currently recruiting for those interested in serving on our Board. Learn more: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...
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Today we’re releasing the vinyl of Is This What We Want?, the silent album from 1000+ musicians protesting the UK government’s plans on AI & copyright.
New (silent) bonus track by Paul McCartney.
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New (silent) bonus track by Paul McCartney.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Today we’re releasing the vinyl of Is This What We Want?, the silent album from 1000+ musicians protesting the UK government’s plans on AI & copyright.
New (silent) bonus track by Paul McCartney.
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New (silent) bonus track by Paul McCartney.
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A fair and ethical AI ecosystem should be based on the "ART" principles: Authorization, Remuneration & Transparency. @melaniejolycan.bsky.social @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social @evansolomon.bsky.social financialpost.com/pmn/with-the...
With the rise of AI 'slop,' Canada's creative sector sets sights on licensing regime
OTTAWA — On Nov. 1, Xania Monet appeared for the first time on the Adult R&B Billboard chart. One week later, the song ‘Walk my Walk’ by Breaking Rust topped Billbo…
financialpost.com
November 17, 2025 at 2:53 PM
A fair and ethical AI ecosystem should be based on the "ART" principles: Authorization, Remuneration & Transparency. @melaniejolycan.bsky.social @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social @evansolomon.bsky.social financialpost.com/pmn/with-the...
Congratulations to the 2025 Writers' Trust award winners - great to see AC affiliates Bren Simmers & Sheree Fitch honoured last night. www.cbc.ca/books/maria-...
Maria Reva, Leanne Betasamosake Simpson among 2025 Writers' Trust literary prize winners | CBC Books
More than $375,000 was given out across seven prizes, recognizing fiction, non-fiction and poetry.
www.cbc.ca
November 14, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Congratulations to the 2025 Writers' Trust award winners - great to see AC affiliates Bren Simmers & Sheree Fitch honoured last night. www.cbc.ca/books/maria-...
Sending our congratulations to this year's winners, including AC affiliates Madeleine Thien and Gillian Sze.
Announcing...the winners of the 2025 QWF Literary Awards!
Congratulations to all of last night's winners!
https://qwf.org/the-winners-of-the-2025-qwf-literary-awards/
Congratulations to all of last night's winners!
https://qwf.org/the-winners-of-the-2025-qwf-literary-awards/
The Winners of the 2025 QWF Literary Awards - Quebec Writers' Federation
On November 10, Quebec’s English-language literary community gathered for the 2025 QWF Literary Awards Gala. Ten winners were revealed in seven categories: first book, spoken word, children’s and young adult literature, non-fiction, poetry, translation, and fiction.
qwf.org
November 13, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Sending our congratulations to this year's winners, including AC affiliates Madeleine Thien and Gillian Sze.