The BPAA offers seminars and workshops that inform our members about new developments in publishing, technology and management. Some sessions may be open to non-members who are interested in learning about the book publishing industry, please see the individual session announcements for more information.
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The Book Publishers Association of Alberta is pleased to announce an upcoming Member Roundtable on Good News Stories scheduled for Thursday, December 10 from 2:00 pm-3:30 pm ABT. 2026 has been a year that has brought a number of challenges for Alberta publishers, but it is important to also recognize and learn from the successes
Wednesday, November 25 from 1:30pm-3:00pm MT (ABT/MDT) The increasing availability of AI tools presents both opportunities and challenges for publishers. Developing a clear AI policy is essential for managing risk, protecting intellectual property, maintaining trust, and ensuring these technologies are used responsibly, especially in a creative field. Presented by Nicole Dufficy of Booklight Consulting, this
The BPAA is pleased to announce the upcoming in-person PD session, Connect with Australia’s Indigenous Literacy Foundation, presented by Ben Bowen, Tictac Moore, and Cindy Manfong. Please review the information below for information on participating in this unique session. Date & Time Friday, July 31 from 10:00am-11:30am MT Location Edmonton Public Library – Stanley Milner
The Book Publishers Association of Alberta is pleased to announce an upcoming virtual Member Roundtable on Author Relations scheduled for Thursday, April 16 from 1:30 pm-3:00 pm MT. The relationship between a publisher and an author is one of the most critical in publishing. Building and managing this relationship is a nuanced process with both
The BPAA is pleased to announce the rescheduled dates for the upcoming PD sessions, Funding Opportunities with Canada Council for the Arts, presented by Francine Cunningham, consultant with Canada Council. To address the unique needs of our members, we have two sessions scheduled and you are encouraged to register for the one you feel is