IV Programme 2026 Application: International Fellows

IV Programme 2026 Application: International Fellows
This application is for INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS. For the Canadian application, please visit festivalofauthors.ca/iv-programme.

The IV Programme is generously supported by the Canadian Heritage Canada Book Fund and Ontario Creates.
Part 1: Personal & Professional Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Current Employer:*
Work Address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number:*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Email:*
example@example.com

Part 2: Company Profile & Role
Describe the publishing house you currently work for: (Include size, years in existence, and number of translated titles).*
Is the publishing house independent or part of a group?*
Genres published by the house*
Describe your specific duties and responsibilities:*
Years at current job:*
Total years in publishing:*

Part 3: International & Canadian Market Experience
Existing Ties to Ontario/Canada: Has your publishing house previously bought titles from or sold rights to Ontario-based publishers or Canadian authors?*
Regional Familiarity: Have you ever been to Toronto or Ontario before? If so, what was the nature of your visit (business or pleasure)?*
Other Fellowship Activity: Have you participated in or applied to any other international publishing fellowship programmes this year?*
Previous Fairs: Have you attended any other international book fairs or programmes in the past?*
Referral: How did you hear about the IV Programme?*

Part 4: Programme-Specific Questions
Industry Familiarity: Briefly describe your familiarity with the Canadian publishing industry. List any Canadian writers, editors, agents, and/or publishers you have worked with.*
Acquisition Goals: What types of books are you specifically looking to acquire? Are there existing examples from Canada that come to mind?*
Literary Interests: Please provide 2-3 Canadian books or authors you have read and loved, and why you are excited to learn more about the Canadian market.*
Networking Goals: Are there any specific Ontario/Canadian editors or publishers you would like to meet with?*
Motivation: What led you to apply for this fellowship? What excites you about visiting Toronto and the festival?*
Panel Participation: Would you feel equipped to discuss any of the following in a panel session? (Acquisitions, Market Trends, "Political" Publishing).*