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Submissions Are Now Open For The Animal Issue!

By Contemporary Verse 2
“But my courage is roaring like the sound of the sun ‘Cause it’s vain about its mane and will reveal...

Youth Poetry and Art Workshop

By Contemporary Verse 2
Announcing CV2's first zine-making workshop! Open to youth ages 16 to 18, the free and in-person workshop will be facilitated...

Farewell Summer Fling Fundraiser

By Contemporary Verse 2
Join us on Thursday, September 1st, 2022 at the Beer Can for the CV2 "Farewell Summer Fling" Fundraiser. The event...

People’s Choice — 2022 2-Day Poem Contest

By Contemporary Verse 2
Before we can announce the winners of this year's 2-Day Poem Contest, we need your help determining who will win...

Poetry In Motion Fundraiser

By Contemporary Verse 2
We're excited to announce our Poetry in Motion Fundraiser! This event will be held virtually from June 6-12. Join us...

BIPOC Writers Intensive

By Contemporary Verse 2
Announcing CV2's first BIPOC Writers Intensive of 2022! This free workshop will be held in Winnipeg May 14-15. Open to...

Sick Poetics Issue Launch

By Contemporary Verse 2
Save the date! We'll be launching Sick Poetics on Thursday, May 5th, at 7pm CT over Zoom Register now at...

2021 Foster Poetry Prize Winner

By Contemporary Verse 2
We're thrilled to announce the winner and honourable mentions for the 2021 Foster Poetry Prize, as selected by Jónína Kirton!...

2021 Foster Poetry Prize Shortlist

By Contemporary Verse 2
We're thrilled to announce the shortlist for the 2021 Foster Poetry Prize, as selected by our wonderful judge, Jónína Kirton!...