IV Programme 2026 Application: Canadian Fellows

IV Programme 2026 Application: Canadian Fellows
This application is for CANADIAN APPLICANTS. For the International 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
Company Overview: (Size, years in existence, and emphasis on original Canadian titles vs. international rights).*
Is the publishing house independent or part of a group?*
Primary Genres Published*
Describe your specific duties and responsibilities:*
Years at current job:*
Total years in publishing:*
International Export Experience: Briefly describe your house’s history in selling rights to international markets.*

Part 3: Ambassadorship & Leadership
What makes you an ideal representative for the Canadian publishing industry? Describe your knowledge and the ability to navigate the local landscape*
Representing Canada/Ontario: How do you intend to help the international fellows better understand the unique strengths of the Ontario and Canadian market?*
Canadian Market TrendsExporting Canadian Content"Political" Publishing in CanadaIndependent vs. Corporate PublishingOther

Part 4: Sales & Rights Goals
Target Titles: Which specific books or authors are you currently looking to sell to international markets?*
International Focus: Are there specific regions or languages where you are looking to expand your house's reach?*
Networking Goals: Which international publishers or territories are you most interested in connecting with during the festival?*

Part 5: Experience & Motivation
Fellowship History: Have you participated in or applied to any other international publishing fellowship programmes or book fairs?*
Connection to Toronto: For those based outside of the GTA, what is your experience with the Toronto literary scene? For Torontonians, how do you plan to utilize your local knowledge to benefit the programme?*
Motivation: What are your primary goals for participating in the IV Programme this year?*