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Conference aims to re-imagine journalism in Canada

Giancarlo — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 01:49:51 +0000

Journalism Strategies is the short name for a conference that will take place April 19th through 21st, 2012 at Concordia and McGill Universities in Montreal.

The conference will address four interrelated themes:

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Montreal STC: Charles Roburn talks technical communication [Part 3]

Dan — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:00:11 +0000

The STC Montreal Chapter promotes the profession and practice of technical communication. The chapter hosts events that are open to all – members and non-members alike.

Find out more about upcoming STC Montreal events and seminars.

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STC-Montreal Christmas Banquet

Dan — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 19:10:24 +0000

Celebrate the holidays with those who share a passion for perfect predicates, coherent diction and quiet conviction for the written word: the STC-Montreal Christmas Banquet is Dec. 15, 2010!

This year’s STC Christmas Banquet will be held at Restaurant Rasputin near the Du College Metro station, serving traditional Russian food. Enjoy a friendly, fun-filled evening with colleagues – and maybe win a door prize to boot!

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Work Alert: Copywriting

Dan — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 18:37:35 +0000

The Montreal IATA office is looking for freelancers available for occasional commercial copywriting contracts.

The work would involve producing copy for IATA flyers, brochures, magazines and other commercial collateral.

To put your name forward for possible contracts, or for more information, please contact Sharon Hunter.

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Volunteer Canada seeking French Writers

Dan — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 12:48:51 +0000

Volunteer Canada is looking for journalists to develop French language content by covering volunteer and philanthropic events happening in Montreal and throughout Quebec.

Note: This is a contract position (paid on a per story basis), not a volunteer position.

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STC Montreal Free Content Reuse Webinar

Dan — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 14:19:47 +0000

Pre-workshop promotion for Content and Form: Writing with Reuse in Mind
When: Mon. Oct. 18th, 2 p.m. until 2:45 p.m.

STC-Montreal, in association with Front Runner Training and the Content Reuse Team, would like to thank those who have already registered for the Content and Form: Writing with Reuse in Mind workshops on November 4, 2010.

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Content and Form: Writing with Reuse in Mind

Giancarlo — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 04:52:54 +0000

The Society for Technical Communication (STC) Montreal, presents:

Content and Form: Writing with Reuse in Mind

Writers are called on every day to produce more content, for more
audiences, often with declining budgets and staff. Yet, no matter what
your business, efficient communication is crucial to your success. Your
content is a business asset that needs to be treated as such.

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OpenFile looking for a Montreal editor

Giancarlo — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 09:59:01 +0000

A message from Craig Silverman:

I’m spreading the word that OpenFile, the online news startup I’m involved with, is looking for candidates for our Montreal editor position. This is a full time contract position, likely starting in early 2011 or late 2010. Click here for the job description.

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How to ensure your website never makes you any money as a freelancer

Giancarlo — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 01:07:29 +0000

The American Medical Writer’s Association, Canada chapter (AMWA-Canada) has extended an open invitation to freelance media professionals to a networking event on Wednesday, Oct 6th at 6:45 pm entitled “How to ensure your web site never makes you any money as a freelancer.”

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Reminder: IABC Lunchinar 7 Ways You Can Be Relevant 5 Years From Now

Dan — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 13:48:34 +0000

Corporate Communications 3.0: 7 Ways You Can Be Relevant 5 Years From Now

Lunchinar session, presented by Steve Crescenzo
Principal, Crescenzo Communications
IABC All-Star Speaker

A FEW SEATS LEFT! RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW!

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