What a Wonderful Weekend of Words!
The books have been packed away, the speakers gone home, and the last conversations have faded from the halls of the Collingwood Public Library.
But the stories live on!
On November 7 and 8, CollingWord 2026 brought together authors, readers, storytellers and aspiring writers for a celebration of imagination, creativity and the written word.
From lively panel discussions, special presentations by guest speakers Ed Greenwood and the duo Cait Gordon and Talia Johnson, and inspiring workshops to the fresh voices of our young writers, CollingWord reminded us that stories have a remarkable power to bring people together.
Join us as we look back at the people,conversations and moments that made CollingWord 2026 a weekend to remember.
And to everyone who helped make it happen, thank you!
What is CollingWord?
CollingWord is a not-for-profit organization that celebrates the literary achievements of local authors from the South Georgian Bay Writers’ Connection (SGBWC) while promoting literary development among youth.
We believe that the power of words can ignite change and inspire confidence in both youth and our community. By partnering with local businesses, non-profits, and other community organizations, we can collectively cultivate a vibrant literary community that nurtures creativity and empowers the next generation of storytellers.