Announcing New Board of Directors

July 06, 2025
Announcing New Board of Directors

Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) is pleased to announce the results of its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on June 19, 2025, during which a new Board of Directors was elected.

The CWC extends its sincere gratitude to all retiring directors, Ann Lambert (QC), Jane Burfield (ON: Southwest, North, & GTA Region) and Barbara Hawryluk (MB / Nunavut) for their dedicated service and invaluable contributions to the organization. A special thank you goes to our outgoing Chair, Winona Kent, for her exceptional leadership and commitment. Her hard work has been instrumental in our success, and we wish her all the best.

We are thrilled to welcome our new leadership team. Please join us in congratulating our new Chair, Del Chatterson and our new Vice-Chair, Dave Wickenden. We are confident that their vision and expertise will guide the CWC to new heights.

We also welcome back our returning directors and extend a warm welcome to our new directors. We look forward to working with this talented and dedicated group as we continue to champion Canadian crime writing.

RETURNING

Atlantic Prov – Veronica Purcell
ON-SW/N/GTA – Jass Aujla
ON-SW/N/GTA - Lorne Tepperman
ON-C/E/Ottawa – John Hill
Vice Chair and Director at Large: Dave Wickenden (Northern Ontario)
Director At Large – Craig Copland (BC)
Chair Director At Large – Del Chatterson (QC)

NEW

BC/YT – Joanna Vander Vlugt
SK - Betty Ternier Daniels
AB/NWT - Andrew Barbero
Quebec - Francisca Bullock
Director At Large – Tammy Smith (BC/YT)

The Crime Writers of Canada would also like to express its profound appreciation to our members for their ongoing support and engagement. Your commitment is vital to the success of our organization and the programs we provide.

We are also incredibly grateful to the contractors and volunteers who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our organization operational and running smoothly. Your dedication is truly appreciated.

Please note: The CWC office will be closed for the month of July. For any technical support needs, contact Stephen Butters at techsupport@crimewriterscanada.com

We are excited about the year ahead and the opportunities it holds for Canadian crime writers.