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Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Regina, Saskatchewan
Overview
This bursary covers one recipient’s program fees for one week at the Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild’s Winter and Summer Writer Retreats. It supports emerging Saskatchewan writers who apply with their retreat application and submit a letter of application.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
Location
- Regina
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Attendance at the Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild Winter and Summer Writer Retreats
Documents Needed
- 1–2 page letter of application
- Retreat application
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Emerging writers
- Saskatchewan residents
Who is not eligible
- Previous recipients of the scholarship
- Members of the selection committee
- Current SWG employees
- Current SWG Board members
Eligible expenses
- Program fees for one week at the Winter and Summer Writer Retreats
Eligible geographic areas
- Saskatchewan
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission with the retreat application.
- The applicant must be accepted to the Winter and/or Summer Retreat to receive the bursary.
- One recipient is selected for the award.
Additional information
- The scholarship application must be submitted at the same time as the retreat application.
- The recipient must be accepted to the Winter and/or Summer Retreat.
- Previous recipients, selection committee members, current SWG employees, and SWG Board members are not eligible.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Judy McCrosky Bursary Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Judy McCrosky Bursary. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Judy McCrosky Bursary?
This bursary covers one recipient’s program fees for one week at the Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild’s Winter and Summer Writer Retreats. It supports emerging Saskatchewan writers who apply with their retreat application and submit a letter of application.
Who is eligible for the Judy McCrosky Bursary program?
To be eligible for the Judy McCrosky Bursary program, you must:
Emerging Saskatchewan writer
No published book or equivalent
Accepted to the retreat
What expenses are eligible under Judy McCrosky Bursary?
Attendance at the Saskatchewan Writers’ Guild Winter and Summer Writer Retreats
Who can I contact for more information about the Judy McCrosky Bursary?
You can contact SWG Foundation (SWG) by email at info@skwriter.com or by phone at 306-791-7740.
Where is the Judy McCrosky Bursary available?
The Judy McCrosky Bursary program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Judy McCrosky Bursary a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Judy McCrosky Bursary is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Judy McCrosky Bursary?
Judy McCrosky Bursary is funded by SWG Foundation (SWG)