Crime Writers of Canada Opens Submissions for the Prestigious 2027 Awards of Excellence with $4,950 in Prizes and Exciting New Additions
Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) is pleased to announce the results of its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on June 18, 2026, which included the election of its new Board of Directors.
It is with profound sadness that we inform you of the passing of Gail Bowen, one of Canada’s most beloved crime writers and a true literary treasure. Gail passed away June 26, 2026.
OTTAWA, ON – May 29, 2026 – Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) is pleased to announce the winners for the 2026 Crime Writers of Canada Awards of Excellence in Canadian Crime Writing.
Writing is often a solitary pursuit, but refining your manuscript shouldn’t be. We are thrilled to officially announce the launch of the CWC Club Critique Program, a new member-exclusive initiative designed to help you sharpen your craft, find your rhythm, and get your work submission-ready.
Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) is pleased to announce the Shortlists for the 2026 Crime Writers of Canada Awards of Excellence in Canadian Crime Writing.
Applications for our new Mentorship Program are officially open!
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Crime Writers of Canada extends its sincerest gratitude to our esteemed and generous sponsors. Their invaluable support has been instrumental in enabling us to recognize and celebrate the exceptional achievements of Canadian crime and mystery writers.
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September 2026 interview
Bob Harris is a Vancouver-based writer, book promoter, publicist, event producer, and Associate member of CWC. His background is in the music industry, professional sports entertainment technology, and corporate governance of private and...
October 1, 2026
Erik D’Souza interviews Irene Fantopoulos to discuss her crime novel, Murders in Deer Park, which is a follow-up to her previous book All the Evil Scatters. During the interview, Erik asks Irene about her protagonists, Detective Melissa...
Crime Writers of Canada, a national organization, acknowledges the 634 different First Nations, Inuit communities and Métis settlements that have a unique historical, cultural, spiritual and environmentally sustainable connection to the land that their people and ancestors have inhabited since time immemorial.
We recognize the contributions of all Indigenous peoples to the land, we commit to respecting the lands on which we live, and we recognize the contributions and historic importance of Indigenous peoples. We also share in the collective commitment to continued dialogue in pursuit of Truth and Reconciliation in our communities.