Who We Are
The academic editing group was created by members of Editors Canada and the Editorial Freelance Association (EFA). Members of both organizations recognized that there was no dedicated space for academic editors to connect, network and engage in professional development.
The academic editing group fills this gap. Through networking and professional development opportunities, we explore what makes academic editing unique in the editing world.
Our Programs
Events are open to all academic editors looking to expand their skills and connect with each other.
Coffee Chat
Monthly
Upcoming Coffee Chat
Difficult clients
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
| 2:00 pm ET
Dealing with difficult clients can be stressful and time-consuming, not to mention demoralizing. Join your fellow academic editors to discuss strategies for responding to and potentially avoiding challenging situations, such as red flags to watch out for, how to set client expectations, and contracts and communication tips.
Join the chat.
Book Club
Bi-monthly
Upcoming Book Club
Academic Writing as if Readers Matter
November 16, 2026 | 1:00 pm ET
“Good academic writing depends on connecting with readers, earning their time and attention.” This month, we are discussing Leonard Cassuto’s book, Academic Writing as if Readers Matter.
It is written for writers of all levels in all fields, but its advice and examples applies to editors as we help authors strike that balance between writing for a specialized and general audiences. This book is specifically great for stylistic/line editors.
Registration link to come.
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Let’s Talk About
Bi-annually
This series brings together a panel of experts to discuss a chosen topic. It is a more structured conversation than coffee chats, but engagement is still encouraged.
Latest Let’s Talk About Panel
Dissertation Editing and Coaching
Watch the recording here
Join the Academic Editing Group
There is currently no official requirement to join. Our recurring events are open to all. Check this page for what is coming up next.
We are working on new initiatives. We want to be the space for all academic editors to network, share resources and engage with matters important to academia. You can find updates on this page or by reading our monthly newsletter.
You can find the latest newsletter below. If you want it in your inbox, you can create an account on the EFA platform, Higher Logic. You can create a guest account for free.
Get Involved
The academic editing group exists because of the amazing work of our volunteers. If you are interested in helping shape the landscape for academic editors, you can email us at academic.editing.chapter@gmail.com.