Governor General's Literary Awards
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Vinh Nguyen, katherena vermette and Lorna Goodison among finalists for $25K Governor General's Literary Awards
The prizes recognize the best Canadian books in seven categories, from fiction to kids' books.
6 Canadians write stories of reflection in this series from the 2024 Governor General's Literary Award winners
A special series of new, original poetry, essays and fiction inspired by the theme of mirrors — stories that reflect our lives while challenging us to view the world and ourselves with fresh eyes. Presented in partnership with the Canada Council for the Arts.
Original PoetryChimwemwe Undi discovers the importance of looking in life's rear-view mirror in new poem
The First Year is an original poem by Chimwemwe Undi, winner of the 2024 Governor General's Literary Award for poetry. It is part of Mirrors, a special series of new, original writing by the 2024 Governor General's Literary Award winners.
Personal EssayTodd Stewart reveals the everyday activities that bring him joy and purpose
Short StoryNiigaanwewidam Sinclair sheds light on what school didn't teach him, and how it altered his worldview
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