The deadline to submit to the 16th edition of Coastal Voices is almost here! Coastal Voices is an anthology of writing by Sunshine Coast students which is published annually by Celebration of Authors, Books and Community (CABC), a joint initiative of School District 46 – Sunshine Coast and the Festival of the Written Arts that … Continue reading “It’s time to submit your work to Coastal Voices!”

Whether you are a past volunteer, or someone who is interested in volunteering for the first time, you’re invited to one of our drop-in orientation meetings taking place this spring. We would love to hear feedback about your experiences volunteering at the festival, share with you some changes for our volunteer roles, and answer questions … Continue reading “Volunteering for Festival 2025”

Calling all young authors! The deadline to submit to the 15th anniversary edition of Coastal Voices, an adjudicated anthology of writing by School District 46 students, is rapidly approaching. Students in Kindergarten to grade 12 have until Friday, March 14 to submit up to three poems, stories, personal narratives or short essays with a maximum … Continue reading “Write it, share it, shine!”

The Festival of the Written Arts is seeking a full-time assistant to help with our August festival. This temporary position runs from May 12 to August 22, 2025. Please note that this job is subject to funding from the Canada Summer Jobs Program. Although applicants must be between 15 and 30 years of age, they … Continue reading “We’re Hiring!”

We were very saddened to hear of the passing of one of our dear friends and supporters, Len Pakulak. Len was a dedicated festival volunteer for more than 30 years. He did it all—from swinging hammers while building the Festival Pavilion to slinging drinks at the Festival bar to working the barbecue in the days … Continue reading “Remembering Len Pakulak (1936-2024)”