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
Open Discussion – What’s on Your Mind?
September 23, 2026 | 3:30–5:00 pm ET
What opportunities and challenges are you facing in academic editing? Do you have a question, a tricky client situation, or a topic you’d like to explore? Bring your ideas, experiences, and curiosity. We’ll learn from one another and leave with fresh insights.
Register here
Book Club
Bi-monthly
Upcoming Book Club
Make Your Manuscript Work (Author Q&A)
September 15, 2026 | 1:00 pm ET
Come join us for an exciting author Q&A! We’ll discuss Make Your Manuscript Work: A Guide to Developmental Editing for Scholarly Writers by Laura Portwood-Stacer. Join us to learn more about the book, ask questions directly to the author, and connect with fellow academic editors. Hosted by Alex Crawley of Lodestar Editing & Coaching.
Register here
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.