The City of Edmonton, Edmonton Public Library and the Edmonton Arts Council are seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) for Edmonton’s 10th Poet Laureate. Edmonton’s Poet Laureate reflects the life of the City through readings of poetry and serves as an ambassador for the literary arts by incorporating poetry into a range of official and informal city activities. The Poet Laureate will serve a two-year term from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2025.
Rellik chats with the current Laureate Titilope Sonuga about the position
Deadline Submissions: May 3, 2023 by 11:59 pm MST
Eligibility
This opportunity is open to writers and poets who:
- Currently reside within the City of Edmonton / amiskwaciywaskâhikan
- Have produced work that:
- demonstrates poetic flexibility (more than one style)
- reflects the life of the City
- is significant to the citizens of Edmonton
Remuneration
The Edmonton Poet Laureate will receive an honorarium of $10,000 for each year of the two-year term, paid bi-annually. Any travel expenses associated with the role of Poet Laureate will be reimbursed in addition to the annual honorarium. The Poet Laureate is encouraged to accept remuneration for work completed outside of the requirements of this role.
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