We are a geographic community of the Society for Technical Communication (STC), a worldwide association dedicated to the advancement of the theory and practice of technical communication in all its facets.

Our community is known as STC Alberta and represents technical communicators within Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories. 

2010 Salary Survey Reports Now Available

The 2010 Salary Survey Reports are now available in the Jobline section of this website. Thanks to everyone who took the time to participate in this survey. Your input helps to provide valuable insight into the employment economics of the technical communication industry in Alberta. Click here to access the Salary Surveys.

New Heights 2010 a Success!

At this year’s New Heights seminar on Instructional Design, held June 4, participants discovered best practices for designing training course materials, tutorials, and more from recognized industry leader, Bernard Aschwanden. Through Bernard's engaging presentation and interactive workshop, attendees gained effective techniques to identify learning objectives, develop content, and evaluate instructional effectiveness.

STC Alberta is seeking a New Heights Manager to organize next year's seminar. It's a fun opportunity to explore the latest industry trends and steer the Chapter's premier educational event of the year. For more information, email newheights@stc-alberta.org

Apr-May SuperScript is Online

The latest issue of STC Alberta’s Newsletter SuperScript is now online! In this issue: thoughts on the relationship between social media and technical communication, who uses DITA, STC election results, and updates from our busy Edmonton group. Keep reading...

Volunteers needed for the 2010 term

The vitality of STC Alberta depends on the contributions from its volunteer team. Why volunteer? Develop or improve valuable skills that you might not have the opportunity to use at your current job. Examples include leadership, project management, planning, and teamwork activities. All are excellent additions to a technical communicator’s resume!

Current Opportunities