Poetry
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Cree author’s poetry book meant to empower Indigenous kids'This book started off as an artistic outlet from the pressure of editing my novel.'CanadaJan 15
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Internationally known comedian, poet announced for 2022 gigs at The BurtIndia's biggest English-speaking comedian, Vir Das, and acclaimed Canadian poet Rupi Kaur will both be making stops at the Burton Cummings Theatre in 2022.EntertainmentDec 1, 2021
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Vernon, B.C. poets’ talent highlighted in upcoming documentary"I think poetry allows us to think about things we might not normally think about."LifestyleOct 3, 2021
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Kelowna Fringe Festival promises diverse, eclectic offering of performances"There’s an exciting mix of everything."LifestyleAug 29, 2021
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Scarborough’s Randell Adjei, Ontario’s first poet laureate, looks to spread message of ‘hope and joy’"What it looks like for now is galvanizing poets across Ontario and just highlighting and profiling poets and artists across the province," Adjei said when asked about the post.CanadaApr 29, 2021
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‘It’s so specific to the moment’: The resurgence of poetry in CanadaWhy poetry is having a moment and how young, diverse voices are elevating and challenging the art form.FeaturesMar 27, 2021
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Durham author publishes book of poetry to honour late fatherIt's a compilation of poetry, and a portion of the proceeds are going to the local Alzheimer society, a cause that's near and dear to her heart.FeaturesFeb 26, 2021
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A new poetry award named for Maxine Tynes and the significance it carriesMaxine Tynes was a celebrated poet, teacher, and lifelong resident of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.FeaturesFeb 26, 2021
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Louise Bernice Halfe selected as Canada’s new parliamentary poet laureateRenowned writer Louise Bernice Halfe, also known by the Cree name Sky Dancer, has been named Canada's new parliamentary poet laureate.CanadaFeb 3, 2021
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Montreal writer Kaie Kellough wins $65K Griffin Poetry Prize for ‘Magnetic Equator’The Griffin is billed as the world's largest prize for a first-edition single collection of poetry written in or translated into English.CanadaMay 19, 2020
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