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ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

Words on the Water is a festival where contemporary writers and readers meet in a beautiful west coast setting.

Friday evening offers a stimulating mediated panel discussion and a brief glimpse at all of our writers.

On Saturday you can attend individual annotated readings with each guest author. Sessions are 45 minutes and writers often allow time for questions. The Literary Cabaret on Saturday provides all the components necessary for an entertaining and stimulating evening: readings, music, and good food. Socializing with the writers and other like-minded readers is a key rewarding element of the festival.

All weekend books by our featured writers will be on display and available for purchase.

The venue, Campbell River's Maritime Heritage Centre, provides a perfect nautical backdrop for this event.

Objectives of The Words on the Water Writers' Festival Society:
  • To organize a festival of the written arts in Campbell River
  • To promote a high level of community literacy and reading
  • To contribute to and support lifelong education in our community
  • To offer workshops for local students and adult writers
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Thank you to our major sponsors.  The festival would not happen without their contribution.
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We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, which last year invested $153 million to bring the arts to Canadians throughout the country.

Nous remercions le Conseil des arts du Canada de son soutien. L’an dernier, le Conseil a investi 153 millions de dollars pour mettre de l’art dans la vie des Canadiennes et des Canadiens de tout le pays.

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These additional sponsors and community partners ensure that we are able to deliver a festival worth attending!
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  • Festival 2026
    • Past Events >
      • Authors 2025
      • Authors 2024
      • Authors 2020
      • Authors 2019
      • Authors 2018
      • Authors 2017
      • Authors 2016
      • Authors 2015
      • Authors 2014
      • Authors 2013
      • Authors 2012
  • About
    • History
    • Location
    • Sponsors
    • Official Bookseller
  • Contact
  • Tickets