Summer Writers 2026
Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Summer Writers is a self-directed residency that provides writers with the time and space to focus on their work away from the constraints of everyday life. During the residency, writers can take advantage of one-on-one mentorship opportunities with faculty as well as a community of artistic peers.
Faculty include Dr. Jordan Abel, Dr. Adam Dickinson, Dodie Bellamy, and professional guest Lisa Pearson (Siglio Press).
Description
This two-week self-directed residency offers time and space for writers to focus, reconnect, and re-energize their writing practice. In addition to a single room and a small private studio, writers will be able to engage with other writers on the program.
As a flexible self-guided program with optional elements, the Summer Writers residency allows participants to choose the amount of support they are looking for.
Optional program elements include:
talks from faculty members Dr. Jordan Abel, Dr. Adam Dickinson, Dodie Bellamy, and professional guest Lisa Pearson (Siglio Press).
Q & A sessions.
public readings.
one-on-one mentoring with faculty to discuss ideas, experiences, and writing obstacles.