Deep Winter Writers 2027
A 19-day in-person residency at Banff Centre offering mentorship, studio space, and community to help emerging and established writers advance their literary projects.
Funder: Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity
Due Dates: July 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: All participants receive a scholarship covering 100% tuition and 25% of meal/accommodation costs; remaining fee after scholarship is CA$2,630.25 for most, with full coverage for eligible Canadian Indigenous applicants.
Summary: 19-day in-person residency supporting emerging and established writers with mentorship, studio space, and a creative community to advance their literary projects.
Key Information: Program is in English; international participants must obtain a Canadian Visitor Visa, not a student visa.
Description
This 19-day in-person literary arts residency at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is designed for both emerging and established writers across all creative genres. Participants benefit from a flexible program structure, including optional thematic talks, one-on-one mentoring with renowned faculty, Q&A sessions, workshops, and public readings. The first two weeks focus on faculty-led mentorship and programming, while the final week is dedicated to independent work. Writers receive individual accommodation, a private studio, and become part of a supportive artistic community. The program is intended for those seeking dedicated time and space to advance or complete a specific writing project in an inspiring environment.
