My goal is to write text that is clear, accurate and a pleasure to read.
Research. I learn as much as I can about the topic, through interviews or documentation, as needed.
Writing. I propose an outline, prepare a draft, address comments and submit final text for approval and layout.
Project management. Along the way, I meet with my clients, coordinate content reviews and share regular project updates.
How I write
What I write
Reports
Standards and guidelines
Policies and procedures
Case studies
Articles
Strategies and plans
Speeches and presentations
Promotional materials
Conference materials
Member communications
Newsletters
Web content
Editorial style guides
Sample writing projects
Many of my writing projects are confidential internal documents, but here are a few that are out in the world that I’m happy to share.
Canadian Blood Services
Annual Report to Financial Donors 2020–2021
This annual report highlights how financial gifts supported Canadian Blood Services’ lifesaving programs and research and innovation activities.
Federation of Canadian Municipalities
Green Municipal Fund Compendium:
20 Years Supporting Municipal Leadership in Sustainability
These case studies of 20 municipal environmental projects across Canada include a water project in Halifax, N.S., a waste project in Saint-Ubalde, Que., and an energy project in Toronto, Ont.
Globe and Mail
The Thrill of Giggle Hill (Every Country Road Has One)
I wrote this personal humour essay about a hill in Western Quebec that I have been over hundreds of times.
We truly appreciate all of your support with the development of this document [2020–2021 Funding for COVID-19 Initiatives: A Year of Unparalleled Impact], not to mention the number of reports and supporting documentation that you had to review, analyze and summarize! It’s been an absolute pleasure working with you on this initiative and we’re looking forward to future opportunities to collaborate!
Trista Lynch-Black, Former Director, Granting, CMA Foundation
