Join us for an unforgettable evening of community and poetry.

Our evening begins with the 2024 Bywords John Newlove Poetry Awards, followed by readings from the newly appointed City of Ottawa Poets Laureate. Don't miss the launch of Biblical Invasion BC by Nnadi Samuel, the 2023 recipient of the John Newlove Poetry Award. Hosted by Amanda Earl, the evening also features readings by this year’s award recipient and honourable mention—to be announced at the reading—plus music by Princess Unlucky.

Following the awards, Ottawa's new English and French Poets Laureate, David O’Meara and Véronique Sylvain, will take the stage to share their work.