Yukon Young Authors’ Conference

Quick Glance: Conference in Whitehorse where aspiring writers meet with professional authors to share ideas and learn.

Key Highlights:

  • Location: Whitehorse

  • Duration: Meets in May

  • Eligibility: Students in Whitehorse

  • Website: https://yukonyoungauthors.weebly.com

Overview:

The Yukon Young Authors’ Conference, held annually, gives aspiring student writers the opportunity to work with professional published authors and the opportunity to share writing and ideas with each other. Each year, published writers from across Canada visit the territory for the two-day conference.

While here, the authors take part in the Yukon Writers’ Festival with readings in Whitehorse and in Haines Junction.
 

**Last updated July 2024 (description taken from the program’s website)

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