Upcoming Event

One hundred years. Hundreds of writers. Countless stories. More than a few raised eyebrows.

For a century, PEN Canada has championed the transformative power of words, and the courageous writers who dare to express them. We have defended bold ideas, dangerous books, spirited debate, improbable friendships, all through an enduring belief that writers can change the world. 

This November, come kick off the next century of PEN with an inspiring evening of acclaimed Canadian authors, PEN award recipients, powerful conversations, special tributes, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass. 

Special guests to be announced. 

Tickets

Tickets go on sale this fall.

Priority ticket access: To be the first to access tickets when they go on sale, join our priority ticket list. Email queries@pencanada.ca with the subject line “PEN 100: Keep me Posted”.