Author: Editors Toronto

We are the Toronto branch of Editors Canada — the only national association devoted to editors and the editing profession, with more than 1,300 members across the country and more than 300 in Ontario. Editors Toronto is an active, vibrant group of freelance and in-house editors who work with organizations and individuals in the corporate, not-for-profit, technical, government, digital, publishing, and academic sectors in Canada and around the world in a variety of languages. We meet on the last Wednesday of every month, except in June, July, August, and December, for an engaging program followed by discussion and networking opportunities.

Beyond Disability-Affirming Language: A Series of Political and Cultural Considerations

by Natalia Iwanek As Canadian and US-based editing spheres slowly become increasingly disability-affirming through a focus on terminology and accessibility, considering larger frameworks, historical processes, and political and cultural contexts results in a more comprehensive understanding of disability and ableism – and how both exist in relation to various intersectional identities and systemic oppressions. This … Continue reading Beyond Disability-Affirming Language: A Series of Political and Cultural Considerations →

“Public Speaking for Editing Professionals” (Editors Toronto November 2025 Program Recap)

by Ruth E. Thaler-Carter Editors might have the reputation and self-image of being introverts, but many of us could become presenters despite that stereotype. Whether you’re working in-house or freelance, you’ve developed experience, knowledge, and a strong skill set; perhaps as a businessperson as well. It might be time to consider becoming a presenter of … Continue reading “Public Speaking for Editing Professionals” (Editors Toronto November 2025 Program Recap) →

Executive Unplugged: Anneline du Preez, co-editor-in-chief of BoldFace

We wanted to give Editors Toronto members and student affiliates another way to get to know their executive committee members, while finding out what is involved in being on the committee. So, we asked executive committee members to introduce themselves and their roles by answering a few questions for our “Executive Unplugged” series. Meet Anneline … Continue reading Executive Unplugged: Anneline du Preez, co-editor-in-chief of BoldFace →

The Essence of Sensitivity Reading: Authenticity

by Alicia Chantal “It’s really about respecting someone’s lived experience.” I use this answer a lot when I get asked what a sensitivity reader does. The thing is, no amount of words can adequately express what it means to someone when they see their reality accurately portrayed on a page; the same is true about … Continue reading The Essence of Sensitivity Reading: Authenticity →

Editor for Life: Eric Hübler, Non-Fiction Copy Editor and Developmental Editor

A career as an editor is often a solo adventure, especially if you’re a freelancer. So, we thought one way to better connect with fellow editors was to ask them to submit their responses to a set of questions based on the Five Ws: who, what, where, when, and why. Read on for some thought-provoking, … Continue reading Editor for Life: Eric Hübler, Non-Fiction Copy Editor and Developmental Editor →

“Editing 101: Secrets of Success” (Editors Toronto September 2025 Program Recap)

by Anneline du Preez and Adrienne Bartl Standing on the brink of your editing career is exciting, but also daunting, so for most of us, any tips from experienced editors are welcome. Jenny Lass, a medical writer, editor, and best-selling author, joined Editors Toronto in September for an Editing 101 crash course. It was a … Continue reading “Editing 101: Secrets of Success” (Editors Toronto September 2025 Program Recap) →