June 2018
2018 Griffin Poetry Prize shortlist readings
Annually, the readings by the Griffin Poetry Prize shortlisted poets are highly anticipated. Again in 2018, the readings will be held at beautiful Koerner Hall, Telus Centre for Performance and Learning, part of The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto. The evening will also include the announcement of the Griffin Lifetime Recognition award recipient. Learn more about the Griffin Lifetime Recognition Award. Tickets are available at https://www.rcmusic.com/events-and-performances/griffin-poetry-prize-readings, or by calling (416) 408-0208. If you are not able to join us…
Find out more »September 2018
Margaret Atwood receives the Adrienne Clarkson Prize for Global Citizenship
6 Degrees is thrilled and honoured to name author, poet, and essayist Margaret Atwood as the 2018 Adrienne Clarkson Prize for Global Citizenship laureate. The Adrienne Clarkson Prize for Global Citizenship is awarded annually to a leader whose life work has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to the ideals of belonging and inclusion. Through words, actions and results, recipients encourage thought, dialogue, approaches, and strategies that strive to remove barriers, change attitudes, and reinforce the principles of tolerance and respect. Learn…
Find out more »June 2019
2019 Griffin Poetry Prize shortlist readings
Annually, the readings by the Griffin Poetry Prize shortlisted poets are highly anticipated. Again in 2019, the readings will be held at beautiful Koerner Hall, Telus Centre for Performance and Learning, part of The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto. The evening will also include the presentation of the Griffin Lifetime Recognition award recipient. Learn more about the Griffin Lifetime Recognition Award. Replay the shortlist readings livestream here.
Find out more »June 2020
CANCELLED – 2020 Griffin Poetry Prize shortlist readings
Due to the still evolving COVID-19 situation, we have decided to cancel the 2020 Griffin Poetry Prize shortlist readings. Our full statement is here. Replay previous shortlist readings livestreams here.
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