For poets
The League is proud to provide publication opportunities, event funding, mentorship programs, prizes, and more to support poets at all stages of their careers.
Apply for membership
Becoming a member of the League connects you to a wide network of poets, and allows you to access exclusive opportunities.
For organizers
In addition to opportunities for poets, the League administers several programs and awards to support dedicated poetry organizers and publishers across Canada.
Find our resources
Our resources page will provide you with a jumping-off point for researching tools and tricks to get your next project off the ground.
For readers
From a diverse community of poets across Canada, the League publishes poetry for every reader through programs like Poetry Pause and the LCP Chapbook Series.
Read poetry
Browse our publications to find poetry you can read for free, or support the League by purchasing a chapbook anthology.
What's on at the League
August 8, 2024 (Zoom): Member Open Mic
To celebrate our amazing membership, the League is pleased to be hosting an online poetry open mic for members only during Member Appreciation Week!
A Story for Sadie by Donna Langevin, reviewed by Kate Rogers
Read a review of A Story for Sadie by Donna Langevin, reviewed by Kate Rogers
July 31, 2024 (Zoom): Cross-Pollinations
In Cross-Pollinations, health humanities and poetry come together under the same scope, combining artistic expression with health practice and research.
Farewell, Darkness by Stephen Morrissey, reviewed by Cynthia Coristine
Read a review of Farewell, Darkness by Stephen Morrissey, reviewed by Cynthia Coristine
September 10, 2024 (Zoom): Poetry Workshop with David Ly
“Playing With Perspective” is a two-hour online poetry workshop with David Ly for emerging and established poets to practice writing with different perspectives to propel a narrative forward.
