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Professional Writers Association of Canada (PWAC) Manitoba Chapter

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If you're looking for a professional and dependable Manitoba writer, visit our member biographies to find out what we can do for you. (Please note that not all members are listed.)


Anne Cote is an editor, reporter and columnist, writing on political events and decisions which impact agriculture and rural life in Manitoba. She writes for a regional agriculture magazine, a national Canadian agriculture online newsletter and produces a regular column for a local independent weekly. Her distinctive stories have appeared in agriculture and community newspapers throughout rural Manitoba. www.timesavernewsline.com
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Jim Chliboyko is a Winnipeg-based writer and editor. He has worked for both consumer and trade publications, and his by-line has appeared in Canadian Geographic, The Beaver, Saturday Night, Explore, both The National Post and The Globe and Mail and 40 other publications. He has been the editor of WordWrap magazine, and currently edits Green Builder Canada. He was recently nominated for a northwestern Ontario history writing award, and has been listed as a source in Wikipedia. As well, he was once asked for directions in Paris
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Irene Gordon is an author, researcher and editor with a particular interest in Western Canadian history. Her publication credits include: Marie-Anne Lagimodiere: The Incredible Story of Louis Reil's Grandmother, Grey Owl: The Curious Life of Archie Belaney and The Battle of Seven Oaks and the Violent Birth of the Red River Settlement. To find out more about Irene, visit her website.

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Liz Katynski is a communications specialist, writer and instructor.  Her company, LizWords provides professional website, graphic design and writing services. For clear communication, visit www.lizwords.com.

 

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Nathalie Kleinschmit's  first company, Global’Ease, offers consulting and training services for international business development: management, mobility, customer service and professional communication. She has personally welcomed more than 10 000 managers from 90 countries to her workshops.

After twenty years in Europe, Nathalie returned to Winnipeg with her family. A member of the Manitoba Writers Guild, ACI and PWAC, she now focuses her time on writing, course development, and mentoring new trainers and working with artists. She launched ArtsGrove in 2009 to focus on business and financial growth for self-employed artists.


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Doreen Pendgracs  has been a freelance writer, editor, photographer and author since 1993. Her work has appeared in numerous North American publications including WEST, Canadian Geographic, The Farmers' Almanac, The Cottager, Boomer Life, Highways, RV Lifestyle, Winnipeg Life, 55 Plus, The Costco Connection, Home Business Report, Hotelier, DreamScapes, CAA, up!, CBC radio and others. In addition to periodical work, Doreen presents workshops on volunteerism based on her 2010 book, "Before You Say Yes ... A Guide to the Pleasure & Pitfalls of Volunteer Boards."  Doreen has also co-authored two books, including the bestselling, "Manitoba Book of Everything," published October, 2008. Doreen's next book, "Chocolatour," will be about chocolate and travel and is a work-in-progress.  
Read Doreen's writing blog at: doreenisthewizardofwords.blogspot.com.
Read Doreen's travel blog at: http://diversionswithdoreen.wordpress.com

Read writing samples and a full bio on her website at: www.wizardofwords.net.

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Diana Moes VandeHoef is a Winnipeg-based freelance writer and copywriter with more than a decade experience writing for international clients and publications. Her articles have appeared in local publications such as The Cottager, The Winnipeg Free Press, Winnipeg Life and 55 Plus, as well as numerous American and international publications. She has been writing for the Uncle John's Bathroom Reader series for more than seven years. The bulk of Diana's work is advertising and marketing related. She has completed this type of work for clients in the UK, the US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Romania and India. Diana specializes in creating elegant, no-fuss, high impact copy customized to your needs and target audience. Visit Diana's website at www.getwordsthatwork.com today to find out what she can do for you.

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Mireille Theriault is the owner and pubisher of of Winnipeg WellNews a new, health and wellness 'mini-zine'. She is also a Winnipeg-based freelancer with diverse interests and the ability to develop the human element to the story. Her by-line has appeared in numerous publications ranging from trade magazines such as The Baker's Journal, Canadian Jeweler and the Manitoba Teacher to speciality publications of the Winnipeg Free Press and Winnipeg Sun.  Mireille has served as both Assistant Editor and Editor for local health and lifestyles magazines.  You can contact Mireille at mimitheriaultwpg@yahoo.com


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William "Bill" Zuk is an author, filmmaker, historian, photographer and artist. He has spent much of his life as an educator, sharing his passion for writing, history and aviation with both children and adults. A member of the Manitoba Writers' Guild and PWAC Manitoba, he is the author of several children's and adult books: Janusz Zurakowski: A Legend in the Skies , 2007 (Canadian edition, 2004, The Avro Arrow Story, 2006, The Avro Arrow: The Story of an Incredible Plane... 2004, Avrocar: Canada's Flying Saucer, 2001 and How Women Won the Vote in Manitoba, 1978 (Video/Kit). As a documentary screenwriter, director and consultant, Bill has worked on ten films including: Bearing his Soul: Gerry "The Big Bear" Barrett, CTV 2003, Zero Over the Prairies, CTV/PBS, 2003 and Avrocar: Flying Saucer Secrets for the Past, Discovery Canada, 2002. As an aviation writer, Bill has also written extensively for aviation magazines worldwide, and currently is the editor of the trade journal, Western Canada Aviation & Aerospace, published bi-annually. Visit his website at members.shaw.ca/wzuk1/index.html.



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