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Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) is pleased to announce the results of its Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on June 18, 2026, which included the election of its new Board of Directors.
It is with profound sadness that we inform you of the passing of Gail Bowen, one of Canada’s most beloved crime writers and a true literary treasure. Gail passed away June 26, 2026.
OTTAWA, ON – May 29, 2026 – Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) is pleased to announce the winners for the 2026 Crime Writers of Canada Awards of Excellence in Canadian Crime Writing.
Writing is often a solitary pursuit, but refining your manuscript shouldn’t be. We are thrilled to officially announce the launch of the CWC Club Critique Program, a new member-exclusive initiative designed to help you sharpen your craft, find your rhythm, and get your work submission-ready.
Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) is pleased to announce the Shortlists for the 2026 Crime Writers of Canada Awards of Excellence in Canadian Crime Writing.
Applications for our new Mentorship Program are officially open!
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May 2026 interview
This month, Bob interviewed Vancouver's award-winning author Tony Ollivier who has written two mystery thrillers: The Amsterdam Deception and The Tokyo Deception. He has won a Canadian Book Club Award, a Reader's Favorite Award, and a...
August 10, 2026
Erik D’Souza interviews Katie Tallo about her latest novel, Where Her Secrets Lie, featuring the protagonist Lenny Bird, a 70-year-old set in Ottawa. Katie explains her decision to write about an older protagonist. They discuss how Ottawa...
Crime Writers of Canada, a national organization, acknowledges the 634 different First Nations, Inuit communities and Métis settlements that have a unique historical, cultural, spiritual and environmentally sustainable connection to the land that their people and ancestors have inhabited since time immemorial.
We recognize the contributions of all Indigenous peoples to the land, we commit to respecting the lands on which we live, and we recognize the contributions and historic importance of Indigenous peoples. We also share in the collective commitment to continued dialogue in pursuit of Truth and Reconciliation in our communities.