Episode 01: The Poet- Lorna Crozier

Walking with Lorna Crozier is like following a particularly busy garden honeybee. She moves fast, talks with her hands, and her antennae are up to anticipate the full meaning of your thoughts even as you try to formulate your sentences. In short, it’s an absolute pleasure.

Lorna is an esteemed Canadian poet, recognized for her vivid and insightful writing that often explores human relationships, the natural world, and the intricacies of language and perception.

A native of Swift Current, Saskatchewan who now calls Vancouver Island home, her work forms a significant part of Canada’s literary landscape. She has authored over twenty-five books and received numerous accolades, including the Governor General’s Award.

Crozier’s contributions to poetry extend beyond her writing; she has also served as a professor and mentor, fostering new generations of writers. Her poetry is celebrated for its accessibility and depth, resonating with readers across the country and beyond.