Mentorship Program

One-on-One Instruction in the Craft of Creative Writing

The Saskatchewan Writers' Guild mentorship program allows developing writers (the apprentices) to work in a supportive environment under the guidance of professional writers (the mentors). The mentor provides the apprentice with one-on-one instruction (not editorial services) in the craft of creative writing.

The program runs from January to April each year. In 2025, the program will run from January 1 to April 30 with the Apprentice Reading in early May, cohosted with the Indigenous Mentorship Program.

Applications for the 2025 program are closed

Mentor and Apprentice applications for the 2025 program must be received by Wednesday October 9 by midnight. Applications must be emailed to programs@skwriter.com. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applicants will receive a confirmation of receipt within 2-3 business days. If you do not receive a confirmation, or have questions, please email programs@skwriter.com or call 306-791-7743.

How does the program work? 

Criteria to become an apprentice

Applying to be an apprentice

Criteria to become a mentor

Applying to be a mentor

A note about applications


For more information, please contact:

Program Director
T: 306.791.7743
E: programs@skwriter.com

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