Writers' Trust of Canada - 50 Years
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Where storytelling meets revelry

Writers' Trust Storytellers Ball

Highlights

Date
Thursday, January 15, 2026 @ 6 pm
Fairmont Royal York Toronto

Information & Sponsorship
Lisa Shaw, Development Manager
lshaw@writerstrust.com

About the Event

A night of bold narratives, clever conversation, and excitement as we kick off Writers’ Trust’s 50th anniversary!

With 40+ celebrated Canadian writers in attendance, you can expect an electric atmosphere that’s vibrant, imaginative, and delightfully unpredictable. It’s a night like no other in the city—one you’ll be talking about long after the evening concludes.

The evening begins with a cocktail reception, followed by a delicious three-course dinner, wonderful tributes, and delightful surprises throughout the night. Each guest will be seated at a table with a celebrated Canadian author—and leave with a signed copy of their latest book to take home and enjoy. Some of the authors attending include:

Margaret Atwood (WT Founder) 
David Young (WT Founder) 
Andre Alexis  
Ashley Audrain 
Emma Donoghue 
Carley Fortune 
John Irving 
Vincent Lam 
Canisa Lubrin 
Heather O’Neill 
Ian Williams 
And many more! 

Recapping the 2026 Writers’ Trust Storytellers Ball.

Storytellers Ball Planning Committee

Event Chairs: Cheryl Atkinson and Don Schmitt 

Ashley Audrain

Allison Fortier

Carley Fortune

Emma Knight

Marla Lehberg

Lindsay Mattick

Alex Moskalyk

Lucia Remedios

Lisa Rochon

Kim Tannenbaum 

2026 Gala Sponsors