PEN Canada envisions a world where
writers are free to write,
readers are free to read,
and freedom of expression prevails
Hansda Sowvendra Shekhar must be free to practice his craft of writing without fear of intimidation and harassment.
PEN Canada invites applications from creative writers for the position of PEN Canada Writer-in-Residence at George Brown College from August 28, 2017 – December 17, 2017.
PEN is gravely concerned by the pervasive attacks and threats continuously being made against Mexican journalists.
Live streamed updates from the trial of 12 journalists from Turkey’s Cumhuriyet newspaper.
PEN International is deeply concerned for the health and well-being of Liu Xia, following the death of her husband, Liu Xiaobo.
The PEN community are deeply saddened to hear of Liu Xiaobo’s death today.
“It is outrageous that Nebeel Rajab, a peaceful advocate for human rights, is detained again.”
The Turkish authorities should immediately release Idil Eser, Director of Amnesty International Turkey.
PEN Canada and Humber College are pleased to announce a full scholarship for PEN Canada writers-in-exile to the School for Writers.
PEN Canada today announced its support for the federal government’s decision to repeal Section 296 (blasphemous libel) of the Canadian Criminal Code.
Finding the Words: Writers on Inspiration, Desire, War, Celebrity, Exile, and Breaking the Rules