WEBINARS
Fall is almost here, and with it comes a new season of activities at Editors Québec!
We are pleased to announce four webinars that will take place over the coming months. They will be held online on Thursdays, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Note that the following webinars will be delivered in French.
This first part of our 2026–2027 program will address some very practical aspects of professional practice: developing a client base, prospecting effectively, better protecting your activities in a digital environment, and considering the growing role of artificial intelligence in the language professions.
SAVE THE DATES!
September 24, 2026—Sylvie Lemieux
Avant de prospecter : connaissez-vous vraiment votre client… et vos propres forces?
October 29, 2026—CY-clic
Cybersécurité: Sécurité des données et la loi 25
November 19, 2026—Natasha Tatta
Intelligence artificielle et pratique professionnelle
January 21, 2027—Patrice Dussault
La prospection : à la recherche de clientèle sur LinkedIn
Registration information, along with further details about some of the webinars, will be provided shortly on the branch’s website. Visit quebec.editors.ca regularly to stay up to date.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2026
Avant de prospecter : connaissez-vous vraiment votre client… et vos propres forces?
With Sylvie Lemieux
Level: Intermediate
Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/avant-de-prospecter-connaissez-vous-vraiment-votre-client-et-vos-forces-tickets-1999803808023?aff=oddtdtcreator
The webinar will begin with a reflection on your own strengths: introspection, identifying your fundamental needs and core values, and discovering the “superpowers” of language professionals. To support this process, participants will receive several tools, including the SENS protocol, a fundamental needs assessment, and an exercise to help prioritize their values. Some of these exercises will be completed before the webinar.
The webinar will then focus on your client: What are their needs, values, and motivations? What really matters to them? The SONCASE framework, which will also be provided to participants, will help them better understand these different factors.
Finally, the focus will turn to prospecting, bringing these two dimensions together: what you have to offer and what your client is looking for. Participants will explore how to develop a compelling value proposition and build a relationship based on trust. This final step will also provide a natural transition to Patrice Dussault’s webinar, on Thursday January 21st 2027, on prospecting and finding clients on LinkedIn.
About Sylvie Lemieux
Sylvie is a translator, editor, and trainer. She holds a doctorate in interpreting as well as university-level training in translation and terminology. She is particularly interested in the connections between semantics, cognition, and editing practice.
She also supports language professionals as they reflect on the evolution of their practices, particularly in a context increasingly shaped by the integration of computer-assisted translation tools and artificial intelligence.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2026
Cybersécurité: Sécurité des données et la loi 25
With Sarine Bedrossian, CY-clic
Level: Intermediate
Registration link: Coming soon
This webinar is accessible to participants who do not have extensive technical knowledge of cybersecurity, while going beyond a basic introduction. Its primary goal is to help participants better recognize risks related to the protection of personal information and adopt practical measures in their day-to-day professional activities.
Short Description
Protecting personal information does not rely solely on policies or technological tools. Sending information to the wrong recipient, retaining a document unnecessarily, failing to secure access properly, or having a password compromised can quickly lead to a privacy incident.
This webinar offers a practical approach to data security and Québec’s Law 25. Using everyday examples, participants will learn how to better recognize personal information, identify situations that could lead to a privacy incident, and develop better habits for protecting data and access.
Main Topics Covered
- Manipulation techniques and the emotions exploited by cybercriminals;
- Recognizing personal information and assessing its level of sensitivity;
- Different types of privacy incidents, including everyday human errors;
- The privacy incident register and the concept of risk of serious injury;
- Where data is stored and the risks associated with physical, offline digital, and online storage;
- The importance of limiting the personal information collected and how long it is retained;
- Protecting physical and digital access;
- Best practices for passwords, multi-factor authentication, password managers, and backups.
Training materials will be provided to participants.
About CY-clic
CY-clic specializes in training and awareness in cybersecurity and fraud prevention. Its approach is designed to make these issues accessible and practical, helping organizations and professionals better recognize risks and adopt sound practices to protect their data and activities.
This expertise is particularly relevant to editors and other language professionals, who regularly handle documents and confidential information.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2026
Intelligence artificielle et pratique professionnelle (the final title will be announced shortly)
With Natasha Tatta
Level: To be confirmed
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the tools and working methods used by language professionals.
How can AI be integrated thoughtfully into professional practice? What opportunities does it offer? What are its limitations? And how can we preserve the added value of human expertise in a rapidly changing professional environment?
Natasha Tatta will guide us through these questions during our November webinar.
About Natasha Tatta
Founder of Info IA Québec and Solutions Web Gen-X, Natasha is a translator, editor, certified bilingual writer, and trainer. She is particularly interested in the evolution of the language professions in a context shaped by the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
She provides language services integrated with content marketing as well as generative AI consulting services. As an AI infopreneur, she helps professionals make informed decisions about adopting artificial intelligence.
Her approach encourages language professionals to consider how these tools can be incorporated into their practice while preserving the value of human expertise.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2027
La prospection : à la recherche de clientèle sur LinkedIn
With Patrice Dussault
Level: Intermediate
Every relationship needs to be nurtured. Trust must be maintained.
LinkedIn can be seen as a true virtual office tower: a social media platform particularly well suited to finding and developing new prospects.
But identifying prospective clients is only the first step. You also need to become known and recognized as a valuable business partner. Participants will discover different strategies for developing their presence on LinkedIn, building relationships, and gradually turning prospects into clients.
About Patrice Dussault
A translator, writer, and communications consultant, Patrice built a successful business working directly with clients before repositioning his services in response to major changes in the market, particularly those related to artificial intelligence.
Today, he works with professionals who want to clarify their positioning, structure an offering that truly meets their clients’ needs, and develop a presence that attracts the right clients without resorting to forced prospecting.
His approach aims to transform prospecting from a burden into a coherent, controlled process aligned with the professional’s true value.
TRAINING EVEN BETTER TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS
This year, we also want to make it easier for you to find training sessions that match your needs and level of experience.
For each webinar, where appropriate, we will now indicate the level of the training: introductory, intermediate, or advanced.
We will also provide an overview of the main topics to be covered so that you can better understand the content before registering and determine whether the training meets your professional needs.
This information will gradually be added to our communications and to the registration pages for each activity.
THE PROGRAM CONTINUES IN 2027!
These four webinars represent only the first part of our 2026–2027 program.
Additional webinars will complete our spring 2027 season, stay tuned.
The topics, presenters, and dates of these three activities will be announced shortly.
In total, Editors Québec plans to offer seven webinars during the 2026–2027 season, always with the same objective: to provide practical, timely training that reflects the realities of professional practice.
Stay tuned: the rest of our program will be announced soon!
We hope many of you will join us for this new season of professional development. Additional activities will also enrich our 2026–2027 program.
We wish everyone a wonderful start to the fall and look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events!
The Editors Québec Executive Committee
PAST WEBINAR PROGRAMS — WINTER 2026
Thursday, June 4 – 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: Professional Revision in the Publishing World with Stéphanie Brière
rofessional revision in the publishing world demands far more than an excellent command of language. It rests on a nuanced understanding of the different levels of intervention, specific expectations, and the particular challenges posed by manuscripts from self-publishing authors. This webinar offers a concrete exploration of the reviser’s role in the editorial process, from the initial receipt of a manuscript through to the final version ready for publication.
Through real-world examples and practical explanations, participants will discover the distinctions between proofreading, stylistic revision, and comprehensive revision, as well as the professional standards and best practices specific to the publishing industry. The webinar will also address the working relationship, the management of comments and revisions, and the tools and methods that ensure rigorous, consistent, and efficient work.
Designed as a genuine toolkit, this webinar is intended for professional revisers who wish to specialize in publishing or refine their existing practice, equipping them with the benchmarks needed to intervene with confidence and professionalism on manuscripts destined for publication.
Speaker
Stéphanie Brière is a reviser based in Montréal. Holding a university certificate in French composition and writing, she brings extensive experience in publishing and has revised nearly 90 works for well-known houses, including Bayard Canada, Éditions CEC, and La courte échelle.
Two AIs, Two Approaches. Understanding ChatGPT and Claude to Use Them More Effectively
📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026 | 🕙10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | 💻Online
This webinar offers an overview of ChatGPT and Claude as tools for transforming language work. You will discover their respective strengths, their limitations, and, above all, how to use them to improve writing quality, speed up language tasks, and structure more efficient workflows.
Speaker
Natasha Tatta is the founder of Info IA Québec and Solutions Web Gen-X. A certified bilingual translator and writer, she offers language services related to content marketing and generative AI consulting. She supports professionals in making informed decisions about AI adoption.
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Building Your Own AI Model for Better Editing
📅Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 🕙10:00 AM to 11:30 AM | 💻Online
Strengthening the editor’s judgment by balancing fidelity, readability, and semantic analysis.
The speaker explores translation editing in the age of AI. Using concrete examples, she demonstrates how well-targeted queries can support the editor’s work without ever replacing their expertise, particularly when addressing the pitfalls of editing and the challenges of fidelity and readability.
Speaker
Sylvie Lemieux is a translator, editor, and trainer. With a PhD in interpretation and academic training in translation and terminology, she is interested in the connections between semantics, cognition, and the practice of editing. She guides us through the growing integration of translation tools and artificial intelligence.
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Feminization and gender-neutral writing: master the subtleties that set professionals apart
📅Wednesday, February 11, 2026 | 🕙1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | 💻Online
Are you familiar with the principles of gender-neutral writing, but would like to learn more about the subject? Take part in this webinar to get answers to your most pressing questions.
Martine Grenier invites you to participate in a quiz on gender-neutral writing, covering a thousand and one details that often go unnoticed.
Speaker
Martine Grenier is a certified writer and trainer. She helps professionals optimize their writing and editing methods using digital tools.
PAST WEBINAR PROGRAMS — FALL 2025
Generative AI: Threat or Ally?
📅 September 25, 2025 | 🕙 10:00–11:30 a.m. | 💻 Online
In professions where rigor and precision are essential, the rise of generative AI is reshaping professional practices. This webinar offers an overview of key tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and others) along with practical guidance on how to integrate them thoughtfully into both professional and everyday workflows.
Speaker
Natasha Tatta is the founder of Info IA Québec and Solutions Web Gen-X. A certified bilingual translator and writer, she provides language services related to content marketing and offers consulting in generative AI. She supports professionals in adopting AI in an informed and responsible way.
Cybersecurity: Protect Your Data and Your Clients’ Data
📅 October 10, 2025 | 🕙 10:00–11:30 a.m. | 💻 Online
A single weak password or a click on a fraudulent link can jeopardize years of work. This webinar provides practical advice on securing your data and your clients’ data, developing sound digital hygiene, and reducing risks associated with cyber threats.
Speaker
Amina Arab is a consultant and trainer with CY-clic, specializing in fraud prevention and cybersecurity. She combines psychology and digital security expertise. She has a background in psychosocial intervention and digital education and is currently completing a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity at Polytechnique Montréal.
Freelance Work: Between Freedom, Challenges, and Organization
📅 October 22, 2025 | 🕙 10:00–11:30 a.m. | 💻 Online
Are you considering launching a language-revision business or looking to strengthen an existing freelance practice? This webinar offers a practical toolkit for self-employed professionals, covering service offerings, contracts, management tools, software, pricing, and work organization.
Speaker
Stéphanie Brière is a professional editor based in Montreal. She holds a university certificate in French composition and writing and has extensive experience in publishing. She has edited nearly 90 books for well-known publishers, including Bayard Canada, Éditions CEC, and La courte échelle.
Antidote 201: Go Beyond Basic Correction!
📅 Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 🕙 10:00–11:30 a.m. | 💻 Online
You use Antidote every day—but do you really know everything it can do? Discover advanced and often overlooked features that can enhance text quality and efficiency, including personal dictionaries, customized rules, readability analysis, inclusive writing tools, and more.
Speaker
Martine Grenier is a certified writer and trainer. She helps professionals optimize their writing and revision practices through the effective use of digital tools.
Ergonomics and Productivity: Work Better Without Burning Out
📅 Wednesday, December 3, 2025 | 🕙 10:00–11:30 a.m. | 💻 Online
Prolonged screen work can lead to fatigue and discomfort. This webinar explores key ergonomic risk factors related to computer-based work and offers simple adjustments to improve posture, prevent muscle and visual fatigue, and enhance productivity.
Speaker
Karine Beaudry is a certified ergonomist and designer. With over ten years of experience in workstation design and assessment, she has conducted hundreds of ergonomic evaluations across a wide range of work environments.
Cancellation Policy
Editors Québec reserves the right to cancel a training course if there are insufficient registrations. In this case, Editors Québec will notify you by email or phone before the training date.
People who have registered for a training course may request to cancel their registration. Requests are accepted up to five business days before the date of an in-person training course. A $50 fee will be charged for each registration canceled. No refunds will be given for cancellations received within five business days of the training course.
Please allow two to four weeks for refunds to be processed.
You can cancel a registration by sending an email notification.
Other Training Opportunities
Explore live webinars and recorded sessions on the Editors Canada website. Members ans affiliated students can register for training sessions or purchase video recordings at discounted rates.
Additional training sessions are also offered by our colleagues in the Ottawa–Gatineau chapter.