Call for pitches: Briarpatch Magazine
Every year, Briarpatch publishes an issue devoted to reporting stories about the labour movement in Canada.
The Canadian Freelance Guild offers a robust slate of member services, covering
everything from job searches to skills updates. Discover everything we have to offer.
Worried that your skills aren’t keeping pace with your industry? We can help! Find an upcoming workshop or webinar, browse through our extensive video library, or read the latest article on our e-magazine, The Story Board.
Stressed about finding your next gig? Our Job Bank curates opportunities for writers, photographers, editors, content creators, web developers and more. Worried about your current freelance contract? Our team offers free contract negotiation support.
Eager for more community and connection? Your CFG community awaits through our private Discord channel and our regular Freelance Friday meet ups. Need a press card? We help qualified members apply for official credentials.
Our workshops and member-led experts’ panels are always free for members and available to the public for a small fee.
May 2026
Thinking about launching a podcast or vlog — or wondering how to make yours better? This panel dives into the creative and practical sides of producing audio and video content that connects, from planning and recording to publishing and promotion. Perfect for freelancers ready to share their voice (and face) with the world, and explore new ways to build visibility and momentum.
READ MOREJune 2026
All CFG members in good standing are invited to attend the 5th Annual General Meeting on Saturday, June 6, 2026 @ 3 pm ET.
Registration is mandatory if you wish to attend. (You MUST be a member in good standing on the day of the 2025 AGM in order to attend.)
Further details including a draft agenda to follow.
NOTE: Registration closes at NOON ET on the day of the meeting.
READ MOREEvery year, Briarpatch publishes an issue devoted to reporting stories about the labour movement in Canada.
CALL FOR STORIES -- It's not even Memorial Day yet, but we're hard at work on our October issue!
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BuzzFeed Tasty is looking for a detail-oriented recipe editor to support our Editorial and Branded teams. The role is responsible for copyediting recipes and social captions submitted by our culinary team, creators and external talent. The ideal candidate should have deep culinary knowledge, specifically as it relates to recipe writing and food media, with an understanding of Tasty’s unique POV.
Looking to collaborate with someone with a wealth of experience? Our Find A Freelancer tool allows you to search for members by name, location, or expertise.
SEARCHThe CFG was created in January of 2020 when members of the Professional Writers Association of Canada (PWAC) voted to join the independent membership of the Canadian Media Guild Freelance Branch (CMG Freelance) at a new home at CWA-SCA Canada. Both organizations have a long-standing reputation of defending freelance rights and providing professional development and advice for its respective membership.
The CFG has a democratically elected executive who work together to provide leadership and contribute expertise to support members, as well as ensure freelancers enjoy space and consideration within the wider operations of CWA-SCA Canada.
