Barrie Poet Laureate

• Barrie’s poet laureate gains more funding as council restructures role

  Barrie’s poet laureate will be getting a much-needed funding boost after city councillors voted to support her push for more money Wednesday.

  Canada

  Mar 28
  
• Barrie’s poet laureate says role is underfunded and is pushing council for more

  Since taking over, Tyneisha Ternent has introduced live events that showcase local artists and the community while also looking to promote the importance of spoken word.

  Canada

  Jan 24
  
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• Barrie, Ont. poet laureate encourages local artists with open mic night

  Since taking over as poet laureate, Tyneisha Ternent has been pushing for poetry representation in all its forms and providing opportunities for Barrie artists to debut their work.

  Canada

  Mar 23, 2023
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• Barrie, Ont.’s newest poet laureate looks to create a platform for local artists

  While she may be new to the role, Barrie's next poet laureate is no stranger to the community's art scene.

  Canada

  Nov 30, 2022
• Barrie, Ont.’s poet laureate reflects on time in position and hopes for her successor

  From 2018 to 2022, Victoria Butler served as Barrie’s third poet laureate. Being elected when she was 22, Butler is the youngest person to hold the position and the first woman.

  Canada

  Oct 28, 2022