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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · 8d

On Sept 30, we honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. A day to remember Survivors, acknowledge the impacts of residential schools, and commit to meaningful change.

Every child matters. 🧡

#TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · 16d

The Fall Equinox symbolizes balance, gratitude, and preparation. It is a time to honour the harvest, reflect on summer’s lessons and prepare for the restful season ahead.

#FallEquinox

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · 19d

Powley Day marks the 2003 Supreme Court decision recognizing Métis harvesting rights. Today, we honour the Powley family’s courage & celebrate Métis culture and self-determination. #PowleyDay #MétisRights

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · 26d

Celebrating the growth of our community! Thank you to everyone who has helped strengthen Indigenous storytelling and publishing. We look forward to continued collaboration as we build together.

Stay connected: linktr.ee/indigeditors

#IndigenousEditors #CommunityGrowth

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Sep 2

Have questions about getting involved with the IEA?

🧡 Volunteer by emailing [email protected]
🧡 Memberships are now 50% off
🧡 Post a job for $10.50 via our Jobs Newsletter

Learn more: indigenouseditorsassociation.com/contact

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Aug 25

Thank you to the funders, partners, sponsors, and participants who made the 2025 Indigenous Editors Circle at the En’owkin Centre possible.

Your support brought storytellers together to strengthen relationships in publishing.

#IEACircle #IndigenousEditors

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Aug 20

Join the IEA for 50% off. Membership fees are prorated for the rest of 2025 in advance of our January renewal date. Open to Indigenous and non-Indigenous individuals and organizations working with stories.

Details: www.indigenouseditorsassociation.com/membership

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Aug 13

What’s in your beach bag? ☀️

Tell us what you’re reading, snacking on, and carrying with you this summer.

We’d love to hear from you! 📚🍓

#SummerReads #IndigenousEditors

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Aug 8

Check this opportunity out!

University of Alberta Press @ualbertapress.bsky.social · Aug 5

We are searching for an Acquisitions Editor for University of Alberta Press. The posting is up and the deadline is September 10.
This is a rare opportunity: please spread the word.
https://bit.ly/3J3rHqS
##UAlberta @abbookpub.bsky.social‬ @cdnpublishers.bsky.social‬ ‪@writersguildab.bsky.social‬

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Aug 4

Happy BC Day!

From the traditional territories of the Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish, Stó:lō, Stz’uminus, and Musqueam Peoples, where our office is located, to our members across Canada, we acknowledge and reflect on this important day in various meaningful ways.

#BCDay

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Editors/Réviseurs Canada @editorscanada.bsky.social · Jul 22

VIDEO: In our Meet an Editor series, @ivacheung.com marvels at how powerful editing is. But with great power comes great responsibility. Good editing isn't about unthinkingly applying rules. It's about improving communication. youtu.be/VYTiuYdeuIY

Meet an Editor: Iva Cheung reveals a myth about professional editors

Iva Cheung is a non-fiction editor and plain language specialist.Iva's advice to people who want to be a professional editor is to never stop learning and be...

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Jul 1

Today, we celebrate the many Nations, stories, and ways of knowing that enrich our country and reflect on our shared histories and journeys. We remain committed to listening, learning, and walking together in solidarity and respect. #CanadaDay

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Jun 23

Thinking about joining the IEA? Members get early access to events, job postings, professional development & more. Build community while supporting Indigenous storytelling.

#IndigenousEditors #IEAMembership

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Jun 21

On National Indigenous Peoples Day, we honour the strength of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities and the editors who carry our stories with respect and care. We celebrate Indigenous voices and support Indigenous-led storytelling.

#IndigenousPeoplesDay

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Jun 20

The summer solstice is a time of ceremony and renewal for many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. Today we honour the stories and teachings that reflect our deep ties to land, sun and season.

#SummerSolstice #IndigenousEditors #IEACanada

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Jun 19

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our Membership Committee! Help shape how we welcome and support our growing community of Indigenous editors. Learn more in our updated resource, “The Scope and Nature of Volunteer Work within the IEA.”

#VolunteerWithIEA

Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Jun 14

We recently shared an updated resource: “The Scope and Nature of Volunteer Work within the Indigenous Editors Association.”

It offers an overview of how IEA members can contribute through our six committees.

📄 View it on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

#VolunteerWithIEA

Call for Volunteers: Help Shape the Work of the IEA | Indigenous Editors Association

Call for Volunteers: Help Shape the Work of the IEA The Indigenous Editors Association (IEA) is guided by the contributions and leadership of its members who choose to volunteer their time and exper...

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · Jun 14

We recently shared an updated resource: “The Scope and Nature of Volunteer Work within the Indigenous Editors Association.”

It offers an overview of how IEA members can contribute through our six committees.

📄 View it on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

#VolunteerWithIEA

Call for Volunteers: Help Shape the Work of the IEA | Indigenous Editors Association

Call for Volunteers: Help Shape the Work of the IEA The Indigenous Editors Association (IEA) is guided by the contributions and leadership of its members who choose to volunteer their time and exper...

www.linkedin.com

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Editors/Réviseurs Canada @editorscanada.bsky.social · Jun 3

VIDEO: Have you checked out our Meet an Editor series? Sample the series with this video with Amanda Goldrick-Jones on how she became a professional editor. Then binge the rest! youtu.be/G8o2Y-wbeQI

Meet an Editor: Amanda Goldrick-Jones shares tips to become a professional editor

Amanda Goldrick-Jones is an academic and business editor.Even though Amanda has a background in writing, she found that training in SFU's editing program tau...

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · May 24

Discover a community dedicated to uplifting Indigenous voices. The Indigenous Editors Association connects editors and storytellers, creating supportive pathways for respectful publishing.

Learn more and explore ways to be involved: linktr.ee/indigeditors #IndigenousEditors

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Editors/Réviseurs Canada @editorscanada.bsky.social · May 22

Editors Canada has announced the finalists for the 2025 Tom Fairley Award for Editorial Excellence. Congratulations to Tara Avery; Eleanor Gasparik (not pictured); and Andrea Zanin! editors.ca/news/2025-to... @taraavery.bsky.social
@andreazanin.bsky.social
@mcgillqueensup.bsky.social‬

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · May 15

Moose Hide Campaign Day calls us to stand against violence towards women, children, and all along the gender continuum. Together, we can create a more compassionate world.

#MooseHideCampaign

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · May 9

Wednesday, we started the day with a Salmon Release Ceremony on SnPink'tn lands.

We joined members of SnPink'tn as we each released a salmon fingerling. There were teachings and songs followed by a shared meal.

#IEACircle2025 #IndigenousEditors

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · May 7

The 2025 Indigenous Editors Circle opened yesterday on the territory of the Syilx Okanagan Nation with introductions, grounding conversations, and a shared focus on story.

#IndigenousEditorsCircle #IEACircle2025 #EditingInGoodWays #EnowkinCentre #IndigenousPublishing

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · May 5

May 5 is Red Dress Day. We remember and honour the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ People. Their stories, their lives, and their memories matter.

#RedDressDay #MMIWG2S #NoMoreStolenSisters #IndigenousEditors

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Indigenous Editors Association @indigeditors.bsky.social · May 2

Your voice matters. The IEA is seeking volunteers to join our committees and help guide our work in community. If you’re ready to get involved or want to learn more, reach out to [email protected]

🌐 linktr.ee/indigeditors

#IEA #IndigenousEditors

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