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Certain I Speak a New Language: Saul Williams Live in Toronto

Since moving to Toronto two years ago, I’ve had some pretty amazing experiences: I’ve met Margaret Atwood, had my book signed by Clay Shirky, and saw a real double rainbow. Add to that list last...

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Edward Keenan Sings a City’s Song

Edward Keenan’s Book Launch: “Some Great Idea: Good Neighbourhoods, Crazy Politics and the Invention of Toronto” Edward Keenan’s Book Launch: “Some Great Idea: Good Neighbourhoods, Crazy Politics and...

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My Bones Said “Write the Poem”: Andrea Gibson Speaks on International Women’s...

“I’m a little shaky” Andrea Gibson says, as she leans into the microphone. You’d figure as a performance artist burgeoning on mega fame, the thirty-seven-year-old would be comfortable on stage, but,...

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Working in the World of Ideas: a Conversation with Sam Tanenhaus

Yesterday morning, I was invited back to my old stomping grounds at 350 Victoria Street for a special guest lecture at the English Literature department at Ryerson University. The guest speaker was Mr....

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#SummerEscapes Book Launch with Harper Collins and Contiki Canada

Tonight, my new friends at Harper Collins and Contiki Canada hosted a book launch at the Hotel Ocho. Together we celebrated the release of Kim Izzo’s new book, My Life in Black and White. Kim tells me...

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Poetry & Technology Panel Discussion | LCP Annual Poetry Festival & Conference

Today, I am speaking on a panel covering poetry & technology for the League of Canadian Poets Annual Poetry Festival & Conference in Toronto. I thought I’d take the opportunity to share what I...

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Girl About Toronto TV X Toronto International Poetry Slam

On August 31, Girl About Toronto TV checked out the annual Toronto International Poetry Slam at the Great Hall. Put on by Dwayne Morgan of Up From the Roots, the slam featured more than 30 poets from...

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