Department of English

Irving Layton: A Centenary Celebration

The Vered Jewish Canadian Studies Program and the Department of English at the University of Ottawa welcome you to a celebration of the writings and legacy of Irving Layton (1912-2006), with readings from his works by Ottawa poets and brief reminiscences from friends and associates who knew him.

Participants will also include Members of Parliament Irwin Cotler and Mauril Bélanger.

The Centenary Celebration will be hosted by Professor Seymour Mayne.

Reception to follow. Admission to the event is free.

English
Sub-title: 
Poets and Members of Parliament celebrate Layton’s legacy
Date: 
Sunday, 11 March 2012 - 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Event organizer: 
Department of English
Intended audience: 
Open to all, Students, Undergraduate students, Graduate students, Professors, Staff, Alumni, Public
Event type: 
Arts & culture, Reading, Lectures & conferences, Reception
Event language: 
English
Where: 
Simard Hall, 60 University

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