Indigenous Editors Association

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Tickets are available now for this March 10 webinar! We are so excited for @shanigwin of @pipikwanpehtakwan to host Approaching AI with intention. See Eventbrite for tickets or message us! Tickets for IEA members are included in their membership; $25 for general admission of non-members.

Tickets are now on sale for our first webinar of 2026: Approaching AI with Intention, a Conversation with Shani Gwin. Visit lnkd.in/ga7aVvwa for more details and tickets. #indigenouseditorsassociation #indigenouswebinar #indigenouspublishing #indigenousai

**This position has been filled. Thank you to everyone who applied.**

February is Indigenous Storytellers Month! Scroll through for our thoughts on the tradition that started in Saskatchewan and help us spread the word and Indigenous stories.

Our first webinar of 2026 will take place on March 10 and include a discussion about how can we approach AI in a good way. Stay tuned for more details and ticket sales!

The Indigenous Editors Association will be presenting a session at this year's Editors Canada Conference. The Conference takes place May 21 to 23, 2026, at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

The session will take place on Friday, May 22.

Do you want to work with the IEA? We are hiring a Project Coordinator—visit our website for full details!
www.indigenouseditorsassociation.com

Audible Indigenous Writers' Circle | Audible.ca The Audible Indigenous Writers’ Circle is a six-month mentorship and workshop program for emerging First Nations, Inuit and Métis writers in Canada looking to elevate their stories.

Audible Indigenous Writers’ Circle 2025 – a mentorship and workshop program for emerging First Nations, Inuit and Métis writers. Learn more and apply by April 21! www.audible.ca/ep/IWC

Do you want to work with the IEA? We are hiring a Project Coordinator—visit our website for full details!
www.indigenouseditorsassociation.com

IEA Webinar Ideas The IEA is seeking the opinions of our members for the webinars you'd like to see over the upcoming year.

Want to have a say in the webinars you'll see this year from the Indigenous Editors Association? Visit our poll where you can share your ideas and opinions! It's open until the end of the month. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

IEA Volunteer and Council Member Lisa Frenette has added something new to her resumé: published author! Her book, The Wandering Feather, tells a heart-warming Indigenous tale, which makes it the perfect IEA-supported children’s book.

#IndigenousEditors #IndigenousAuthors #Editing #Publishing

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This week in the #EditorsWeekly, Don Mailhot discusses the ever-increasing use of AI, which needs to expand the more we use it. Is it indeed a “power hungry beast?”

blog.editors.ca/ai-the-power...

It is with deep sadness that the IEA announces the passing of former council member Amber Boyd. Our most heartfelt sympathies go out to Amber's family. Visit our website for details regarding memorial tributes and to read about Amber's achievements: www.indigenouseditorsassociation.com

Junior Editor Staff - Non Union Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Profile AAPS Salaried - Editorial and Production Services , Level A Job Title Junior Editor Department Acquisitions | UBC Press Compensation Range $5,791.00 - $8,323.42 CAD Monthly The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted...

We are looking for a Junior Editor. The Junior Editor will contribute to the acquisition, development, and funding requirements of an intellectually rich program of books to be published by UBC Press in defined subject areas.

Further information and apply at: https://ow.ly/b5Aw50XX2FQ.

For the first time, IEA memberships are set to renew automatically! Newsletter subscribers, keep an eye on your inbox tonight for more info and the chance to share your opinions on what webinar content you'd like to see from the IEA in 2026.

Not a member yet? Visit the link below.

The Winter Solstice marks the longest night and shortest day of the year. A time to pause, gather with loved ones, share stories, and honour the teachings carried through this season of rest and reflection.

Happy Holidays from the Indigenous Editors Association. Thank you for your care and support this year.

Our office will be closed from Dec 21, 2025 to Jan 3, 2026 so our team can take time for rest.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season.

📅 Reminder: The IEA’s 2025 AGM is this week!

Open to members, partners, and supporters.

Join us Dec 10 (11 AM–1 PM PST) via Zoom.

Registration will close on December 9 at 8 PM PST: www.eventbrite.com/e/indigenous...

Check This Opportunity Out!

📣 Join us for the IEA’s 2025 AGM on Dec 10 (11 AM–1 PM PST) via Zoom.

Open to members, partners, and supporters.

Take part in reflecting on this year’s progress and planning the path ahead.

Find full event details here: www.eventbrite.com/e/indigenous...

Congratulations to all 2025 #GGBooks winners! We’re proud to see strong Indigenous representation among recipients, including Kyle Edwards, Tara Beagan, Tonya Simpson & Delreé Dumont. Their stories inspire and transform.

#GGBooks2025 #IndigenousEditorsAssociation #IndigenousExcellence

On Remembrance Day, we honour all who served, including First Nations, Inuit, and Métis veterans. We pause to remember their courage, sacrifices, and contributions to peace.

#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #CanadaRemembers

Today, on National Indigenous Veterans Day, we honour First Nations, Inuit, and Métis veterans for their courage, leadership, and sacrifice in service. We remember and give thanks.

#NationalIndigenousVeteransDay #HonourTheirService

Today is International Inuit Day! We honour Inuit language, culture, and the unity envisioned by Eben Hopson, founder of the Inuit Circumpolar Council. Let’s celebrate and uplift Inuit voices today and always.

#InuitDay #CelebratingCulture

📣 Join us for the IEA’s 2025 AGM on Dec 10 (11 AM–1 PM PST) via Zoom.

Open to members, partners, and supporters.

Take part in reflecting on this year’s progress and planning the path ahead.

Find full event details here: www.eventbrite.com/e/indigenous...

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Present a session at our 2026 conference in Halifax and get free conference access!

Apply now by emailing us at info@editors.ca

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