Join Speak Up YYC next Thursday for a special Black History Month edition featuring poet Tola Dee! Speak Up is a budding literary community in YYC dedicated to expression; of speaking up, speaking out and speaking truth to power. Hosted by MelVee X.
February 26, 2026
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM MT
SAN<K>TJURI BUKS in Marlborough Mall
Unit 34 3800 Memorial Drive N.E
Calgary
Tola Dee is a Canadian filmmaker and poet with a degree in Fine Arts. She channels her creativity into thought-provoking poetry and socially conscious films. A former member of the artist collective Darkberry Creative, she has performed widely at venues and festivals, captivating audiences with her powerful words, and is currently developing her third film.
Everyone is welcome to share. Bring your own work or share the words of a legendary Black poet.
This event is sponsored by the Writers’ Guild of Alberta. Learn more about Speak Up here.
