Informal Mandate
Poetry Canada is a provincially incorporated society dedicated to celebrating the rich diversity of Canadian poetry. We seek to establish a space for writers, educators, visitors, and poetry enthusiasts alike to share, research, perform, and cultivate widespread appreciation for poetry in its many forms.
Our four-phase rollout of educational and outreach initiatives begins with the creation of a digital library by the spring of 2021 and ending with the securing of a permanent facility that will house both a circulating and Special Collections poetry library by the summer of 2025.
Science Centre, Vancouver, BC.
Our proposed Vancouver-based poetry centre—the first in Canada—will build on the west coast’s already thriving literary scene, offering a permanent venue for a range of mentorship opportunities, poetry events, library facilities, and educational programs. Poetry Canada aims to inspire and strengthen connections among established and emerging poets, scholars, and general audiences, bringing together communities from across Canada and abroad.