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It also means pantoums, villanelles and triolets. Or maybe you're more familiar with modern couplets or haiku? Poetry is about so much more than making words rhyme: it creates lasting images, studies culture, and questions the way things are. National Poetry Month is a way for Canadians to learn more about this art form, so check out your local library or bookstore for events such as poetry readings, performances and book launches. Whatever the event, you're sure to come away with a greater appreciation for poetry! Find out what's going on in your area at The League of Canadian Poets (www).
