CWC Media Room @ Bouchercon 2026: Member Participation Application

Form Instructions

Please read the following before completing your application:

Panel Ideas: If you are proposing a panel, please provide a description (max 200 words). If you have specific CWC members in mind to join you, please list them.

Expertise: If you don't have a specific panel idea but want to participate, please tell us about your "expert" topics (e.g., forensics, indie marketing, historical research). We will use this to match you with compatible panels.

Availability: Please review your travel schedule carefully. Let us know any specific times you are not available so we can avoid scheduling conflicts.

Travel & Registration: By submitting this form, you acknowledge that panelists are responsible for their own travel expenses and Bouchercon registration.

Questions? Please contact Erik D'Souza at erikdsouza@outlook.com.

I. Personal & Travel Information

Your Name *

First Name

Last Name

Membership Level *

Professional
Associate

Primary Genre (if applicable):

Arrival Date in Calgary: *

Departure Date from Calgary: *

II. Professional Profile

Author/Expert Bio: *

Please provide a brief bio (Max 100 words) to be used for promotional materials if you are selected.

III. Programming & Panels

Presentation Interest (Check all that apply): *

I would like to propose a specific panel idea.
I would like to serve as a panelist on a topic within my expertise.
I am willing to serve as a Moderator.

Area of Expertise:

Panel Proposal:

Suggested Co-Panelists:

IV. Availability & Scheduling

To help us build a schedule that works for everyone, please indicate your availability for the Media Room streams.

The Media Room Schedule:

Thursday, Oct 22: 9:00 am – 3:45 pm
Friday, Oct 23: 9:00 am – 3:45 pm
Saturday, Oct 24: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm (Note: No Media Room sessions will be scheduled during the General Members Meeting).

Are there any days or specific time slots where you are NOT available to participate? *

No (I am available for all slots)
Yes (Please list specific dates/times below)
Maybe (Please list potential conflicts below)

V. Important Notes

Honorariums & Expenses: Please note that CWC does not provide payment or honorariums for panelists or moderators.

Travel & Costs: All participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, and Bouchercon registration fees.

Changes: We know life happens. If your availability changes after you submit this form, please contact us immediately at erikdsouza@outlook.com.

Thank you for your participation! We look forward to seeing you in Calgary!