I have noticed a few things about technical writing in Saskatoon, and Saskatchewan in general.
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Technical Writing/Editing: Pain or Pleasure
November 12th, 2009 
Ron Johnson 
Posted in Technical Writing - General 
Tags: contract out, editing, ROI, technical writing, value 
2 Comments »Presenting at the SWWA Conference
November 2nd, 2009 Ron Johnson Yes, I know it’s short notice, but I hope we will get a chance to meet you at the Saskatchewan Water and Wastewater Association conference on November 3 to 6 in Saskatoon. We don’t have a trade show booth this time around but we will certainly be there, mingling and trying to learn more about [...]
News: Now located at Innovation Place, Saskatoon
November 2nd, 2009 Ron Johnson We’re pleased to announce that we are now settled into our new office at Innovation Place (102F 116 Research Drive, Saskatoon). Innovation Place was recently named the 2009 Outstanding Research Park by the Association of University Research Parks (AURP) in recognition of their role in supporting the growth of science and technology related economic development. [...]
Need a writer? Or do you just need some help?
June 18th, 2009 Ron Johnson 
I have realized that often what the client needs is not a technical writer, but a technical re-writer. Other ways to describe it is editor or documentation consultant–someone who can meet them at the point where they need help, and can provide cost-effective recommendations and assistance.
“Do I really need a tech writer?”
June 16th, 2009 Ron Johnson Well…no, actually. But do you really want to do this nasty job yourself?