2008 CANADIAN POETRY ASSOCIATION
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
CPA
331 Elmwood Dr. Suite 4-212
Moncton NB E1A 1X6 Canada
phone: (506)204-3128 cell: (506) 871-1004
www.canadianpoetryassoc.com
Canadian Poetry Association is a non-profit member services organization devoted to
advancing Canadian Poetry. The main aims of the Canadian Poetry Association are: To
promote the reading, writing, publishing and preservation of poetry in Canada through
the individual efforts of members; To promote communication among poets, publishers
and the general public; To encourage leadership and participation from members and to
encourage the formation and development of autonomous local chapters and/or provincial
representatives.
Currently in its 22nd year, the CPA is actively seeking ways to promote, foster and
develop writing in Canada by raising its profile, and expanding its membership. From
January to December 31st 2007, annual membership fee is only $30, student/fixed
income $20 and International $40. There is no better time to join than now. Check out
the 2007 member benefits and services below to find out why or visit our website at:
www.canadianpoetryassoc.com/about.html. To become a member, please complete the
Online Membership Application.
Please submit your form and annual membership (Money Order, cheque only) fee
payment either by:
By using our online Paypal (www.canadianpoetryassoc.com/pg15.html)
or
Mailing a cheque payable to:
Canadian Poetry Association
331 Elmwood Dr. Suite 4-212
Moncton, New Brunswick
Canada C1A 8C4
• Information on Awards, Contests, & member news in our magazine POEMATA
• Annual CPA AGM and Poetry Festival, Voting Privileges
• Free use of members Research Blog/Listserve and online Poetry Group
• Book Store and members book launch/reading tour information
• Free Reading Events
• Showcase poetry
• Optional inclusion in CPA POEMATA magazine
*** NEW Inclusion in our Social Network PARTICIPOET on Ning.com
MEMBERSHIP FEES
The CPA Membership is based upon the calendar year (January 1st to December 31st).
Membership includes a subscription to Poemata magazine.
DISCOUNTS
Families or poetry groups registering more than one person will receive a 15% discount
(regular fee $30.00) -- $25.00 Discount does not apply to International memberships.
METHOD OF PAYMENT
Payments can be made in money order or cheque (cash only if in person please do not
send cash by mail) directly to the Canadian Poetry Association Head Office. Please note
that when paying with cash, receipts must be kept in event of dispute. Also our official
website has Paypal www.canadianpoetryassoc.com/pg15.html.
Cheques should be made payable to the CPA (Canadian Poetry Association).
A charge of $20.00 will be levied against NSF cheques.
OFFICE HOURS
The CPA office is open Monday to Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m, and from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.
on weeknights. This is for telephone calls only (Atlantic time). To meet with us please
make an appointment. Tel: (506) 204-1732.
AGM
The CPA AGM (annual general meeting) is held in August. This year it will be in Moncton,
New Brunswick. More information will be in the next issue of our newsletter POEMATA.
Contact: Brian Stevens Tel: (506) 204-3128 or Email: contact@canadianpoetryassoc.com
Sponsors welcomed!
CPA Goals
The principle aims of the Canadian Poetry Association are to promote the reading,
writing, publishing, and preservation of poetry in Canada through the individual efforts of
its members; to promote communication among poets, publishers, and the general
public; to encourage leadership and participation from members, and to encourage the
formation and development of autonomous local chapters and/or provincial
representatives.
Autonomous chapters have been active in many communities throughout Canada, coast
to coast from the Maritimes to British Columbia, and in such centers in between as
Metropolitan Toronto and Southwestern Ontario. The National Head Office moved from
Toronto to Moncton, New Brunswick. The Canadian Poetry Association aims also to
promote and encourage all forms and styles of poetry; to promote the establishment and
maintenance of poetry libraries and archives in educational institutions across Canada;
and through its newsletter Poemata to develop an international connection for Canadian
poets.
CPA Functions & Benefits
The Canadian poetry Association strives to be a broad based umbrella organization. It
organizes poetry readings and social events; publishes anthologies, chapbooks, and the
national newsletter POEMATA containing markets, reviews, poetry, and other information.
Its Web site is http://www.canadianpoetryassoc.com. If you have any suggestions,
please e-mail our CPA interim National Coordinator Pierre Beaumier at
contact@canadianpoetryassoc.com or mail them to the new Canadian Poetry Association
national Head Office address below.
GENERAL INFORMATION
If you’re interested in starting a chapter please contact our National Coordinator at:
info@canadianpoetryassoc.com.
CPA
331 Elmwood Dr. Suite 4-212
Moncton NB E1A1X6
Canada
CPA is a non-profit organization supported by members, the generosity of patrons and
gifts from individuals. CPA welcomes donations on all levels. A donation of $50 or more
entitles donors to membership in the Friends of Canadian Poets and a complimentary
one-year subscription to POEMATA.
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
CPA
331 Elmwood Dr. Suite 4-212
Moncton NB E1A 1X6 Canada
phone: (506)204-3128 cell: (506) 871-1004
www.canadianpoetryassoc.com
Canadian Poetry Association is a non-profit member services organization devoted to
advancing Canadian Poetry. The main aims of the Canadian Poetry Association are: To
promote the reading, writing, publishing and preservation of poetry in Canada through
the individual efforts of members; To promote communication among poets, publishers
and the general public; To encourage leadership and participation from members and to
encourage the formation and development of autonomous local chapters and/or provincial
representatives.
Currently in its 22nd year, the CPA is actively seeking ways to promote, foster and
develop writing in Canada by raising its profile, and expanding its membership. From
January to December 31st 2007, annual membership fee is only $30, student/fixed
income $20 and International $40. There is no better time to join than now. Check out
the 2007 member benefits and services below to find out why or visit our website at:
www.canadianpoetryassoc.com/about.html. To become a member, please complete the
Online Membership Application.
Please submit your form and annual membership (Money Order, cheque only) fee
payment either by:
By using our online Paypal (www.canadianpoetryassoc.com/pg15.html)
or
Mailing a cheque payable to:
Canadian Poetry Association
331 Elmwood Dr. Suite 4-212
Moncton, New Brunswick
Canada C1A 8C4
• Information on Awards, Contests, & member news in our magazine POEMATA
• Annual CPA AGM and Poetry Festival, Voting Privileges
• Free use of members Research Blog/Listserve and online Poetry Group
• Book Store and members book launch/reading tour information
• Free Reading Events
• Showcase poetry
• Optional inclusion in CPA POEMATA magazine
*** NEW Inclusion in our Social Network PARTICIPOET on Ning.com
MEMBERSHIP FEES
The CPA Membership is based upon the calendar year (January 1st to December 31st).
Membership includes a subscription to Poemata magazine.
DISCOUNTS
Families or poetry groups registering more than one person will receive a 15% discount
(regular fee $30.00) -- $25.00 Discount does not apply to International memberships.
METHOD OF PAYMENT
Payments can be made in money order or cheque (cash only if in person please do not
send cash by mail) directly to the Canadian Poetry Association Head Office. Please note
that when paying with cash, receipts must be kept in event of dispute. Also our official
website has Paypal www.canadianpoetryassoc.com/pg15.html.
Cheques should be made payable to the CPA (Canadian Poetry Association).
A charge of $20.00 will be levied against NSF cheques.
OFFICE HOURS
The CPA office is open Monday to Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m, and from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.
on weeknights. This is for telephone calls only (Atlantic time). To meet with us please
make an appointment. Tel: (506) 204-1732.
AGM
The CPA AGM (annual general meeting) is held in August. This year it will be in Moncton,
New Brunswick. More information will be in the next issue of our newsletter POEMATA.
Contact: Brian Stevens Tel: (506) 204-3128 or Email: contact@canadianpoetryassoc.com
Sponsors welcomed!
CPA Goals
The principle aims of the Canadian Poetry Association are to promote the reading,
writing, publishing, and preservation of poetry in Canada through the individual efforts of
its members; to promote communication among poets, publishers, and the general
public; to encourage leadership and participation from members, and to encourage the
formation and development of autonomous local chapters and/or provincial
representatives.
Autonomous chapters have been active in many communities throughout Canada, coast
to coast from the Maritimes to British Columbia, and in such centers in between as
Metropolitan Toronto and Southwestern Ontario. The National Head Office moved from
Toronto to Moncton, New Brunswick. The Canadian Poetry Association aims also to
promote and encourage all forms and styles of poetry; to promote the establishment and
maintenance of poetry libraries and archives in educational institutions across Canada;
and through its newsletter Poemata to develop an international connection for Canadian
poets.
CPA Functions & Benefits
The Canadian poetry Association strives to be a broad based umbrella organization. It
organizes poetry readings and social events; publishes anthologies, chapbooks, and the
national newsletter POEMATA containing markets, reviews, poetry, and other information.
Its Web site is http://www.canadianpoetryassoc.com. If you have any suggestions,
please e-mail our CPA interim National Coordinator Pierre Beaumier at
contact@canadianpoetryassoc.com or mail them to the new Canadian Poetry Association
national Head Office address below.
GENERAL INFORMATION
If you’re interested in starting a chapter please contact our National Coordinator at:
info@canadianpoetryassoc.com.
CPA
331 Elmwood Dr. Suite 4-212
Moncton NB E1A1X6
Canada
CPA is a non-profit organization supported by members, the generosity of patrons and
gifts from individuals. CPA welcomes donations on all levels. A donation of $50 or more
entitles donors to membership in the Friends of Canadian Poets and a complimentary
one-year subscription to POEMATA.
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