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BIPOC Mentorship Program
One-on-one mentorship for BIPOC writers in Saskatchewan
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 28, 2026Latest change: The BIPOC Mentorship Program now requires apprentices to have a work in progress and adds a human-created work policy for writing samples and program review.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 28, 2026
Latest change: The BIPOC Mentorship Program now requires apprentices to have a work in progress and adds a human-created work policy for writing samples and program review.
BIPOC Mentorship Program requirements updated
The BIPOC Mentorship Program page now requires apprentice applicants to have a work in progress, and that work may not be created with generative AI. The page also adds a policy stating that writing samples must not be created using generative AI and that the Guild and mentors will use human-led review and feedback.
Funding available
$ 2,800
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
This program supports BIPOC writers in Saskatchewan through one-on-one mentorship in creative writing. Selected mentors receive an honorarium of $2,800, while apprentices develop their craft through writing, editing, and manuscript preparation activities.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,800 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- One-on-one creative writing mentorship.
- Craft development for emerging writers.
- Manuscript preparation, writing, and editing support.
- Public reading of the apprentice’s work at the end of the program.
Documents Needed
- Cover letter
- Literary CV or resume
- Sample of recent writing for apprentices
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- BIPOC writers of Saskatchewan in all genres.
- Emerging BIPOC writers.
- Experienced BIPOC writers in all genres.
- Mentors who have previously participated in the SWG Mentorship Program or BIPOC Mentorship Program.
Who is not eligible
- Writers outside Saskatchewan, unless they can explain a connection to the Saskatchewan Indigenous writing community for mentor applications.
- Applicants who have already published a book in the genre they want to apprentice in.
- Applicants who cannot commit the required time.
- Late applicants.
Eligible expenses
- Mentor honorarium of $2,800.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Applications submitted after the deadline.
- Completed manuscripts expected as a program outcome.
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Selection criteria
- Published body of work.
- Experience as a teacher, workshop leader, mentor, writer in residence, or editor.
- Ability to commit the required time.
- Preference for Indigenous or Métis applicants who are Saskatchewan residents.
How to apply
- Send the required materials by email.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission by email.
- Selection decisions are final.
- Results are announced in late November.
- Accepted apprentice applications are forwarded to the mentor.
Additional information
- Applications for the 2026 program are closed.
- Selected mentors receive an honorarium of $2,800.
- There is no cost to apply and no participation fee.
- Previous unsuccessful applicants may apply again, with no limit on attempts.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the BIPOC Mentorship Program Program
What is the BIPOC Mentorship Program?
This program supports BIPOC writers in Saskatchewan through one-on-one mentorship in creative writing. Selected mentors receive an honorarium of $2,800, while apprentices develop their craft through writing, editing, and manuscript preparation activities.
How much funding can be received?
BIPOC Mentorship Program Funds up to $2,800 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the BIPOC Mentorship Program program?
To be eligible for the BIPOC Mentorship Program program, you must:
BIPOC writer in Saskatchewan.
Emerging writer with a work in progress.
Available 20 to 25 hours per month.
What expenses are eligible under BIPOC Mentorship Program?
One-on-one creative writing mentorship.
Craft development for emerging writers.
Manuscript preparation, writing, and editing support.
Public reading of the apprentice’s work at the end of the program.
Who can I contact for more information about the BIPOC Mentorship Program?
You can contact SWG Foundation (SWG) by email at swgip@skwriter.com or by phone at 306.244.0107.
Where is the BIPOC Mentorship Program available?
The BIPOC Mentorship Program program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the BIPOC Mentorship Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BIPOC Mentorship Program is a Grant and Funding