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.
Freelance Writers Wanted – Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan & Alberta
Lester Communications is looking to expand its roster of freelance writers for ongoing assignments with our trade magazines. We’re interested in writers who are comfortable covering road building, heavy construction and vertical construction, including infrastructure projects, industry trends, companies and the people behind the work.
September 01, 2026
Writing and Editing, Content Writing, Editing, Other, Administrative & Other, Other
The Writer in Residence is a full-time term position open to writers from across Canada who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents. This individual acts as a mentor to writers in and around Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, reviewing manuscripts and providing criticism and advice about publishing. The Writer offers individual consultations, group workshops and programs, author readings and participates in other special events during their residency. In addition to working directly with local writers, the Writer in Residence program enables the author to work on their own writing projects.
Any creator shooting original content with Insta360 cameras is eligible. Creators of all experience levels are welcome
Video is a powerful medium for engaging digital audiences around the world on critical climate and environmental issues. Mongabay’s Global team is accepting pitches on video content.
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.
