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
ST@NZA 22.4 December 2025
Read the latest from League members in the ST@NZA, the member news bulletin.
The Pollination Field by Kim Fahner, reviewed by Renee Cronley
The Pollination Field by Kim Fahner, reviewed by Renee Cronley
Ordinary Light, by Cynthia Sharp, reviewed by Kamal Parmar
Ordinary Light, by Cynthia Sharp, reviewed by Kamal Parmar
Lives of Dead Poets by Penn Kemp, reviewed by Katerina Vaughan Fretwell
Lives of Dead Poets by Penn Kemp, reviewed by Katerina Vaughan Fretwell
Ordinary Light, by Cynthia Sharp, reviewed by Stephen Karr
Ordinary Light, by Cynthia Sharp, reviewed by Stephen Karr
December 17, 2025 (Zoom): Poets Advisory Committee & Townhall
The League of Canadian Poets invites members and community committees to join us on Zoom to discuss news and updates.