Writers Wildfire Relief

WILDFIRE RELIEF FUNDRAISER:

We believe in the power of words, in the power of writers and readers, and the literary community. Many stories are rooted in and inspired by place, and so the BC literary community has come together to support those impacted by the BC wildfires.

BC Federation of Writers, Real Vancouver Writers Series, Sunshine Coast Writers Fest, Surrey International Writers Conference, Vancouver Writers Fest, Whistler Writers Fest, and Word! Vancouver have come together to raise awareness and funds to support those impacted by the wildfires devastating BC.

Funds will go directly to support First Nations Emergency Support Services (FNESS). FNESS bridges the emergency management gap, providing support, counseling, connection to services to remote and underserved Indigenous communities who often fall between the cracks of traditional disaster relief and relief jurisdictions. They provide equipment to local communities and help with recovery. Further, FNESS provides ongoing training and leadership development to support communities in building their own capacity for disaster preparedness and response over the long term.

The event features readings and reflections from Claudia Cornwall, Renee Sarojini Sakikar, and Frances Peck (authors whose work speaks directly to BC fires), as well as chances to share together, and prizes for those who donate. Come join us for this extraordinary collaborative event -- or share the video highlight reel --as we affirm the power of words to help, to heal, and to connect with each other.