Writers Guild of Alberta

Who We Are

The Writers Guild of Alberta (WGA) was formed in 1980 to provide a meeting ground and collective voice for all the writers of the province. Our members write in every genre and at every level of expertise.

The WGA helps give Alberta writers a sense of unity and community, and is the largest provincial writers’ organization in Canada.

WGA Vision Statement

An Alberta where past, present, and future contributions of writers are supported, acknowledged, and valued.

WGA Mission Statement

The Writers Guild of Alberta’s mission is to inspire, connect, support, encourage and promote writers and writing, to safeguard the freedom to write and to read, and to advocate for the well-being of writers.