Patron Update November 2020

Dear Friends and Supporters– In spite of these challenging times, PEN Canada continues its important work defending freedom of expression, supporting writers in peril and celebrating the power of words …

Overview of 2019 Activities

During the last year, PEN Canada has continued to defend writers who are targeted for peaceful dissent. Last February Eskinder Nega became the fifth winner of our One Humanity Award …

The One Humanity Award is presented by the members of PEN Canada to a writer whose work inspires connections across cultures.

PEN Canada One Humanity Award

PEN Canada One Humanity Award Introduced in 2006, The One Humanity Award is presented by the members of PEN Canada to a writer whose work transcends the boundaries of national …

Released List

PEN Canada Honorary Members released since January 2003 2022 Saudi Arabia Saudi blogger, Raif Badawi, was released on March 11, 2022, after 10 years in prison and 1000 lashes for …