Surrey International Writers’ Conference (Conference)

One of the largest writing conferences in Western Canada, the Surrey International Writers’ Conference (SiWC) attracts authors, editors, and literary agents from across the country and beyond. Over three intensive days at the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel in Surrey, attendees can participate in master classes, one-on-one pitch sessions with agents and editors, and workshops covering fiction, poetry, screenwriting, memoir, and publishing. The conference is renowned for its warm, inclusive community and the calibre of its faculty — past guests have included bestselling authors and top literary agents. Whether you’re an unpublished beginner or a working professional writer, SiWC offers practical tools, inspiration, and invaluable industry connections. Registration fills up quickly; early bird pricing available.