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Membership News

ISC/SCI Members Receive the DReam to Index Scholarship

Congratulations to Jess Herdman, Jessica Dee Humphreys, and Wendy Savage of ISC/SCI, Anna Aridome of ISC/SCI and ASI, and Lara Abed of ASI on their win of the DReam to Index Scholarship. From the DReam to Index team: The winners will all receive a scholarship to attend indexing conferences. David K. Ream provided invaluable support … […]

Conference Scholarship

ISC/SCI is offering scholarships to three ISC/SCI members to help them attend the conference in St. John’s, Newfoundland, in June 2023. The scholarship will pay the two-day early-bird conference fee. You are eligible to apply if you meet both of these conditions: Preference will be given to new indexers, then those who have never attended … […]

2022 Tamarack Award: Lisa Fedorak

The Indexing Society of Canada / Société canadienne d’indexation (ISC/SCI) is pleased to announce the 2022 recipient of the Tamarack Award. Lisa Fedorak (Vancouver) is being recognized for her contribution and commitment to the society. Lisa was chosen for her warmth, her diligence, and her independent spirit. Lisa’s colleagues had the following to say about … […]

From the Blog

How does one become an indexer?

To become an indexer, start with these three actions: Take formal training Formal coursework is highly recommended. The Education and Training page lists several distance-learning programs as well as in-person courses offered in Canada. In choosing a course, indexer Martha Osgood says, “What you want to look for in a course should be: a LOT … […]

How can I make a good impression with a client so that I can secure repeat jobs?

Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with clients is a long term investment that can yield high rewards. If you can cultivate a few solid relationships with editors and prolific authors, you’re more likely to have reliable, regular work coming in, which will reduce the amount of time you need to put into marketing. Plus, it’s … […]

What is the best way to set up my home office?

Given the number of hours you will spend at your desk, this is an important consideration! Minor adjustments can make a big difference in allowing you to stay healthy and productive so that you can have a sustainable career. Taking time to adjust your work station and work habits will help you mitigate the impacts … […]