Gerhard Winkler

Gerhard Winkler was born many moons ago in Berlin, Germany. His experiences of the ravages of war and later encounters with the victors of WWII are reflected in some of his writings. He came to Canada with his wife and two children in 1957. He worked all of his life in the construction industry and actively participated as a volunteer on many levels in the community. He was awarded a medal from the Governor General of Canada in 1992 in recognition of significant contributions to compatriots, community and Canada.

Gerhard was married to Charlotte for over fifty-four years and they have raised five children. Charlotte passed away on April 19, 2007. Gerhard enjoys the outdoors and many of his travel experiences were published in RV Magazines in Canada and the USA.

Gerhard belongs to various writer’s organizations and had essays and short stories published in several Chapbooks and Anthologies. He is a member of the ‘Rogue Writers’ group and has been for over for fifteen years. In a combined effort the group produced their first book in 2004 and have published many more successful books since. Gerhard has also been a member of the executive board of the North Shore Writer’s Association for many years. Go to www.nswriters.bc.ca for further details.

Now the author of two books, Gerhard enjoys a certain notoriety in the Northwest writing scene, and various interest groups often invite him to speak about his life and writings.

Gerhard invites you to review, read and comment on the literary content found in this site. You are also encouraged to become involved in writing groups found in your own community.  Experience the joy of writing.