Want to write for a magazine? This page is devoted to the magazines of British Columbia (BC) that accept unsolicited content and their submission guidelines. I’ve compiled as many legitimate ‘zines as I could, organized alphabetically, to give you a one-stop shop for your outreach. If I’m missing any, please don’t hesitate to let me know!
15+ BC magazines to write for
Adbusters
Description: You might recognize the name Adbusters and be surprised to learn it started in Vancouver. While it is now an international organization, it is such a passionate niche to work for that it’s included as a BC magazine for those interested in political writing.
Can you write for Adbusters? Yes! Bring your passion in politics, culture, art, and more to bear here.
How to submit to Adbusters as a writer: Their website says to email them at info at adbusters dot org if you have something to say.
BC Business Magazine
Description: A magazine dedicated to business and entrepreneurship, sharing the news of the day as well as interesting and informative insights for the industry.
Can you write for BC Business? Yes, eight times per year they open up their magazine for submissions for quality articles. There may be other opportunities as well.
How to submit to BC Business as a writer: Read through this page to learn exactly how to apply: https://www.bcbusiness.ca/contact-us/
BC History Magazine
Description: A magazine exploring British Columbia’s history, both to enlighten and entertain. You’ll find content ranges from hockey to geography and is released every quarter.
Can you write for BC History Magazine? Yes, you can.
How to submit to BC History Magazine as a writer: The best way to submit to this magazine is by directly emailing the information or writing addresses found on this page: https://www.bchistory.ca/contact
BC Magazine
Description: Since 1959, BC Magazine (part of OP Media Group; check out their other publications as well) has released quarterly magazines with content focused on British Columbia’s natural wonders.
From their website, “We strive to inform and entertain our readers with in-depth and highly visual story packages that present the natural diversity of this province and the many opportunities for exploration and adventure.”
Can you write for BC Magazine? Yes.
How to submit to BC Magazine as a writer: You’ll need to read through their contact information page and fill out the form at the bottom: https://www.bcmag.ca/contact-us/
BC Organic Grower Magazine
Description: BC Organic Grower was founded in 1998, and focuses on agricultural and recreational gardening content. It’s a warm-toned magazine that offers educational tips alongside heart-warming stories.
Can you write for BC Organic Grower? You sure can.
How to submit to BC Organic Grower as a writer: On their about page, they also have submission guidelines. Read those over and send them an email!
Edible Vancouver
Description: A delicious overview of the areas to eat and source food in Vancouver, and beyond! This magazine covers ground as far out as the Kootenays, making a few extra special mentions for vino. It will be no surprise that the full publication title is Edible Vancouver and Wine Country.
Can you write for Edible Vancouver? You sure can. They welcome qualified submissions that fit their niche.
How to submit to Edible Vancouver as a writer: Look to their contact us page: https://ediblevancouver.ediblecommunities.com/contact-us/
EVENT
Description: EVENT magazine is dedicated to poetry and prose. Writers explore nuanced topics of emotion, insights into the world, and other thought-provoking material.
Can you write for EVENT? Absolutely.
How to submit to EVENT as a writer: They have a page about how to submit where they let you know the dates each year you have to submit by, as well as content and expectations (such as having to use Submittable) that you can access here: https://www.eventmagazine.ca/submit/
Explore Magazine
Description: As the name suggests, this magazines is all about exploring. Its target audience is active outdoor enthusiasts, and the content is mostly Canadian or from a Canadian perspective.
Can you write for BC Magazine? Yes, you can!
How to submit to BC Magazine as a writer: They have guidelines for you! Simply read up on them here before applying: https://explore-mag.com/contributor-guidelines/
Folklife
Description: This magazine is meant to connect with slow living and creativity. It runs on “island time.” The magazine features artistic photographs and stories geared towards island living, including recipes for home remedies, reflections on life and culture, and more.
Can you write for Folklife? You bet. They want “honest, romantic, soulful, and perspective-shifting work that reveals life as an art form.”
How to submit to Folklife as a writer: They ask you to follow their contribution guidelines here: https://folklife.ca/pages/contribute-to-folklife
GEIST
Description: Founded in the 1990s, Geist is home to the weird and wonderful in words. It is a literary magazine for ideas and culture, and offers an array of content from puzzles to thought pieces.
Can you write for GEIST? Absolutely. They value solid content.
How to submit to GEIST as a writer: Everything you need to know about submitting content to Geist is here, broken down by category: https://www.geist.com/submission/submit
Loose Lips Magazine
Description: Loose Lips Magazine is a delightfully woman-forward publication. It has covered local arts, culture, and women’s health issues in the Vancouver area since 2015. The magazine has a strong mandate towards fairness, equity, and honesty.
Can you write for Loose Lips Magazine? Yes! From their website, “We encourage pitches and contributions from experienced writers and journalists, especially people of colour, people of all abilities, and LGBTQIA+ folks.”
How to submit to Loose Lips Magazine as a writer: Scroll to the bottom of the homepage, read through the seven questions, and use the email you find there to submit your writing.
Montecristo
Description: Montecristo is a lifestyle magazine that showcases new fashions, destination vacations, cuisine, local charitable events, and more. It’s a what to do in Vancouver, with a dash of world issues that Vancouverites might be interested in.
Can you write for Montecristo? Yes.
How to submit to Montecristo as a writer: This publication wants you to email pitches to them directly. Make sure you’ve reviewed this page before you do: https://montecristomagazine.com/contact-montecristo-magazine#gsc.tab=0
NUVO
Description: A popculture and lifestyle mag, NUVO seeks out the exceptional. Food and wine, automobiles, fashion, celebrities, architecture, business, art, and more become content here, with a focus on the Canadian lens.
Can you write for NUVO? You sure can!
How to submit to NUVO as a writer: Writers are encouraged to use the email listed directly on NUVO’s contact page: https://nuvomagazine.com/contact
Prism Magazine
Description: Contemporary literary topics from book reviews to in-depth thought pieces abound at this magazine. The magazine strives to support diverse Canadian voices and bring compelling content to its readers.
Can you write for Prism Magazine? Yes!
How to submit to Prism Magazine as a writer: Use their contact page to find the right email to submit your work to: https://prismmagazine.ca/contact/
The Capilano Review
Description: This is a writing and art magazine that keeps its content local to Capilano and writers in the area, where possible. You’ll read a lot of inspired content in this magazine.
Can you write for The Capilano Review? Yes, you sure can write for them.
How to submit to The Capilano Review as a writer: You’ll need to review their about page (here: https://thecapilanoreview.com/about/) to see how to submit. Don’t forget, they also have a writer-in-residence position!
The Magazine Association of British Columbia
Description: This is an organization for magazines in BC, so you’ll find an interesting hub of publishing-related jobs as well as opportunities to write for their various partner magazines.
Can you write for The Magazine Association of British Columbia? You can write for one of their magazines, yes, and if you get in with the organization itself, there is content writing work. Otherwise, there are some writing contests.
How to submit to The Magazine Association of British Columbia as a writer: Keep an eye on their jobs page, as well as their writing contest page: https://magsbc.com/2025/01/08/upcoming-magazine-submissions-contests-deadlines-as-of-jan-7-2025/
The Tyee
Description: An independent news magazine from Vancouver, The Tyee tackles lots of political, sensitive, and inciting topics thoroughly and are dogged in their pursuit of their stories. They have changed laws, started grassroots movements, and been good stewards of their community.
Can you write for The Tyee? You bet.
How to submit to The Tyee as a writer: The Tyee will post official job opportunities on their jobs page, and freelancers looking to submit individual pieces can learn the process here: https://thetyee.ca/submissions/
Vancouver Magazine
Description: A where-to-go rundown of Vancouver, this magazine will give you great ideas on the best places to visit (and eat at!) in town. This is a fun and leisure, food and beverage type of publication.
Can you write for Vancouver Magazine? You can, and you can even intern here if that’s in your purview.
How to submit to Vancouver Magazine as a writer: They have an in-depth page about pitching stories. Make sure to read this carefully before submitting: https://www.vanmag.com/wp-content/uploads/How-to-Pitch-Vancouver-Magazine.pdf
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