Upstart & Crow Literary Arts Studio

Upstart & Crow is a not-for-profit creative studio and literary incubator based in Vancouver, British Columbia. The organization was founded to support writers, readers, and the literary arts, focusing on the transformative power of storytelling. It operates with a team of experienced writers, editors, journalists, and literary publishers. Upstart & Crow develops original programs and initiatives aimed at elevating literature and storytelling, partially funded by two independent bookstores that share its name and ethos.

Upstart & Crow invests in various literary initiatives and programs, including Literature in Translation, Climate Solutions, Poetry, Civic Dialogue, and Community & Skills Building. The organization aims to inspire action through literature and storytelling, addressing contemporary challenges and promoting underrepresented voices.

Upstart & Crow offers a range of programs, workshops, residencies, and literary events designed to support writers and promote literary arts. This includes opportunities for community engagement, skills building, and civic dialogue.