The experts in the business of freelancing

Come see why we’re Canada’s largest freelance organization.  

Empowering members to learn more, earn more, and achieve more since 2020.

Member Services

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.

Learn More

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.

Earn More

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.

Achieve More

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.

Upcoming Events

Our workshops and member-led experts’ panels are always free for members and available to the public for a small fee.

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March 2026

CFG Experts Panel: Publishing your First Book - Ask the Authors (and Publishers!)

Dreaming of holding your book in your hands someday? Join published CFG members as they pull back the curtain on what it really takes to go from idea to finished book — alongside experts from the publisher side who see these projects every day.
 

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April 2026

CFG Board of Directors 2026 Spring Meeting

All CFG members in good standing are invited to attend the Spring 2026  Board of Directors meeting on Monday,  April 6, 2026, at 7 pm ET.

Registration is mandatory if you wish to attend.

NOTE: Registration closes at NOON  ET on the day of the meeting.

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April 2026

CFG Experts Panel: Freelancing for Seniors

Freelancing doesn’t have an expiry date — in fact, experience can be your biggest advantage.

This panel spotlights experienced professionals who are freelancing later in life and doing it on their own terms. We’ll talk about choosing the right projects, managing energy and income, staying relevant, and finding work that’s both meaningful and sustainable. If you’re thinking about what freelancing can look like in the years ahead, this conversation is equal parts practical and inspiring.

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Check out our library of past event recordings!

VIDEO LIBRARY

Latest Job Bank Posts

Novella-length Fiction and Nonfiction

For a limited time, Sunspot Lit is calling for single works of novella-length fiction or nonfiction in any category, including memoir, literary, genre, and historical. Open April 1 through…

Freelance Writers for Girls Who Eat

Girls Who Eat hires for different freelance copywriting roles throughout the year. If you’re interested, please submit an application to be considered for future openings. When a role…


We’re hiring: Full-time and freelance reporting opportunities at New Canadian Media

New Canadian Media has full-time or part-time reporting opportunities for immigrant writers based anywhere in Canada, particularly smaller communities with fewer newcomers. 

FOR THE TRAVELERS A One-Year Storytelling Assignment

We’re selecting one traveler to lead For The Travelers — a long-form YouTube series.


Check out all current postings.

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Find a Freelancer

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.

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OUR STORY

The 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.

About The Canadian Freelance Guild