Best Canadian Poetry 2025

(Paperback)

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Selected by editor Aislinn Hunter, the 2025 edition ofBest Canadian Poetryshowcases the best Canadian poetry writing published in 2023.

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Praise forBest Canadian Poetry

The wide range of writers, forms and themes represented here make it a great jumping-off point for readers who might be interested in Canadian poetry but are unsure about where to start.
Globe and Mail

"One of the best things about the end of the year is having a chance to look back. The three Best Canadian volumes ... are a snapshot of some of the finest in Canadian writing this year."
Robert J. Wiersema, Toronto Star

[These] books are must-haves for libraries, schools, and intellectually well-intentioned bedside nightstands across the country.
Quill & Quire

Buy it, or borrow it, but do read it.
Arc Poetry Magazine

A magnet, I think, for the many people who would like to know contemporary poetry.
A.F. Moritz, Griffin Poetry Prize winner

An eclectic and diverse collection of Canadian poetry ... a wonderful addition to anyones bookshelf.
Toronto Quarterly

Author Bio

Anita Laheys third poetry collection,While Supplies Last, was published by Vhicule Press in 2023. Shes also co-author of the graphic-novel-in-verse,Fire Monster, a collaboration with artist Pauline Conley (Palimpsest, 2023). Her memoirThe Last Goldfish: a True Tale of Friendshipwas a finalist for the 2021 Ottawa Book Award. Anita first joinedBest Canadian Poetryas assistant series editor in 2014, and has served as series editor since 2018. She lives with her family in Ottawa.