Best Canadian Poetry 2025 and 2026: Launch Party!

Celebrate the best in the nation’s verse and join us for an evening with the talented writers and editors of Best Canadian Poetry 2025 and Best Canadian Poetry 2026. That’s right, two poetry collections — one incredible night.

These collections, published by indie press Biblioasis, offer up an impactful glimpse into our current literary landscape, expand our worldview, and continues in the series tradition of asking: What constitutes a great poem?

Confirmed readers for the night include Billy-Ray Belcourt, Kate Genevieve, M.W. Miller, Jaeyun Yoo, Megan Morrison and Estlin McPhee. The evening will be hosted by Aislinn Hunter, the editor for the 2025 edition.

This event is free, but please RSVP for your spot as space is limited. Books will be available for sale and signing.

More about Upstart & Crow:

Upstart & Crow is a not-for-profit creative studio and literary incubator that champions writers, readers and stories, and the role they play in shaping our lives. We develop original programs, support artists and revel in creative projects focused on literature in translation, climate solutions, poetry, civic dialogue, community and skills building, all with the aim of elevating the role of literature and storytelling in our lives. Find us on Granville Island, Gibsons and online at upstartandcrow.com.

Accessibility:

The main studio of our shop is accessible for folks with mobility aids. There is a washroom on the main floor available for attendees.

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