Retreat Bursary Application

Retreat Bursary Application

Application Deadlines - Fall Retreat (October 1), Spring (March 1), and Virtual (June 1)
Read and follow the instructions carefully prior to submitting your application. (Insctructions found HERE). Successful applicants will be contacted by October 15.
Read and Understand the instructions.*

Yes, I have
I. Personal Data:

Tell us about yourself
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Birthdate:*

MonthDayYear
Mobile No. :*

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail :*
Where the confirmation will be send to
Home Address :*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Which Retreat are you applying to for financial assistance?*

Fall (Deadline: October 1)Spring (Deadline: March 1)Virtual (Deadline: June 1)
Optional Informations : Information regarding gender, ethnic origin and race are optional. Please only share if you feel safe and comfortable to do so.
Gender:

MaleFemaleOther
Are you a Canadian citizen?

YesNo
Do you represent a marginalized or oppressed identity?

YesNoPrefer not to disclose
If yes, please self identify.
II. Writing Information:
Have you successfully applied for an EWG bursary in the past?*

YesNo
If yes, please disclose which year you were successful.
Are you a member of the Saskatchewan Writers Guild?

YesNo
III. Supporting Documents:
Cover Letter

Please upload a one-page cover letter. Your cover letter should demonstrate your financial need. While we do not require a copy of your financials as proof, please share the financial need in your letter. Upload the document in a .DOC or .PDF format.
Upload Cover Letter Here

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Writing Sample

Please upload a sample of your creative writing (maximum 3,000 words for prose or 3 poems). Use the following submission guidelines to format your sample.
- 3,000 word limit.
- Double space. 12 pt font.
- Use 1” margins all the way around your document.
- Please use an easily readable font, such as Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri.
- Include a header with your name and title of the submission in the top left corner. For example, “Estevan Writers Group, Submission Guidelines”.
- Number each page in the top right corner.
- Use appropriate content warnings on the first page if your submission includes potentially triggering content.
- Upload document in .DOC or .PDF format. If your submission has special formatting, we suggest using .PDF to preserve the formatting.
Please upload Writing Sample Here

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IV. Applicant's E-Signature
By signing (typing your legal name) in the space below, you are certifying that all information is correct and that you are the person completing this application. When you press the submit button, you will receive an email confirmation that your application was received. Please print for your records and retain as verification of your application.
E-Signature:*
Now What? Responses will be emailed to all applicants, regardless of success, a week following the application deadline. If you do not receive a response, please contact us at estevanwritersgroup@gmail.com.

Happy writing and good luck!
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Retreat Bursary Application

I. Personal Data:

II. Writing Information:

III. Supporting Documents:

IV. Applicant's E-Signature