Vancouver Writers Group#
- What: Share fiction, non-fiction, comedy, scripts, poetry
- Vibe: Supportive, sometimes social nights at bars
- Find it: meetup.com/vancouver-writers-group
Shut Up & Write! Vancouver#
- What: Quiet writing time followed by chat
- Where: VPL Central, 8th Floor
- When: 10am-1pm sessions
- Vibe: "Accepting, supportive, judgment-free"
- Find it: meetup.com/shutupandwritevancouver
Vancouver Genre Writers#
- What: Sci-fi, fantasy, horror writers
- Vibe: "Let our geek flags fly"
- Find it: vancouvergenrewriters.com
North Shore Writers' Association#
- What: Fellowship of writers at all stages
- Vibe: Non-profit, teaching and community
- Find it: nswriters.org
The Grind Writers' Group#
- What: Writers of all levels and genres
- Find it: Search / VPL resources
Thursdays Writing Collective / DTES Writers Collective#
- What: Creative writing in Downtown Eastside
- Find it: thursdayswritingcollective.ca / dteswriters.org
Historic Joy Kogawa House Writing Sessions#
- What: In-person and Zoom writing sessions
- Vibe: Beautiful heritage house, supportive community
- Find it: kogawahouse.com
Power of the Pen Friday Writing Group#
- What: Online writing sessions 12:30-3:30pm
- Vibe: 45-minute writing blocks with chat breaks
- Find it: Meetup
Venues & Resources#
Federation of BC Writers#
- What: Directory of writing groups across BC
- Vibe: Resource hub for all writers
- Find it: bcwriters.ca
VPL Writing Resources#
- What: Library resources for writers including group listings
- Vibe: Free, accessible, comprehensive
- Find it: vpl.ca/guide/resources-writers