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
July 30, 2025 (Zoom): Cross-Pollinations with Hajer Mirwali and Zainib Abdullah
Join the League of Canadian Poets for the monthly Cross-Pollinations Virtual Rounds Series, a free online event bringing together art and medicine.
August 2025 Poets Advisory Committee & Townhall
The League of Canadian Poets invites members and community committees to join us on Zoom to discuss news and updates.
Member Appreciation Week 2025
The League of Canadian Poets celebrates the poetry of our community with Member Appreciation Week 2025. Read, watch, and share poetry this August!
2025 Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize winners
Join the League in celebrating the six youth poets selected as the winners of the annual Jessamy Stursberg Poetry Prize for young poets!
June 25, 2025 (Zoom): Cross-Pollinations with Eileen Myles
Join the League of Canadian Poets and Eileen Myles for a special iteration of the Cross-Pollinations Virtual Rounds Series.