Wordfest presents An Intimate Evening with Louise Penny
Wordfest presented the Big Generous Brain of Madeline Miller as a livestream on August 19, 2021, as part of its Imagine On Air online series.
Imagine On Air presents Madeline Miller
Wordfest presented the Big Generous Brain of Madeline Miller as a livestream on August 19, 2021, as part of its Imagine On Air online series.
A New Home for Words Button Animation
https://vimeo.com/1184822895https://vimeo.com/1184822895 Wordfest’s Button Campaign Yes, we put on great shows, providing the in-person exclamation points between books being written and books being read. But Wordfest sets the stage for so much MORE. Take a minute to watch this animation by Everett Wilson, celebrating Wordfest’s “Human-Focused” mission. The Buttons featured in the animation are available for […]
Human Made Ideas Campaign
https://vimeo.com/1182806971https://vimeo.com/1182844996 Wordfest’s “Human-Focused” Mission Yes, we put on great shows, providing the in-person exclamation points between books being written and books being read. But Wordfest sets the stage for so much MORE. Take a minute to listen to Jason Logan, our longtime creative director, as he shares the story behind Wordfest’s 2026 branding campaign. What […]
Dr. Ibram X. Kendi in Conversation with Zain Velji
Dr. Ibram X. Kendi in Conversation with Zain Velji It was an honour to host Ibram X. Kendi on April 14, 2026, and Calgary brought the energy, curiosity, and love to this conversation. Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, one of the world’s foremost historians and leading antiracist scholars. In his new book, Chain of Ideas: The Origins […]
Why Writers Love the Imaginairium
https://vimeo.com/1157366729https://vimeo.com/1155123494 Why Writers Love the Imaginairium Our authors showed up with curiosity, courage, and care, making this festival a true celebration of creativity and community. Video by Pluto Pictures. About the Festival Every October, Wordfest showcases 45+ authors in 35+ original live arts experiences (e.g. What a Pair! conversations, Big Ideas showcases, our unique The […]
Imaginairium 2025 Highlights – Pluto Film
What Makes Wordfest Special? Wordfest is more than one kind of author, one kind of reader, one kind of book. More than panels, more than readings. More than a festival. More engaging, entertaining, welcoming. More than you expect. Video by Pluto Pictures. About the Imaginairium Festival Every October, Wordfest showcases 45+ authors in 35+ original […]
The Perfect Night Out at Wordfest
https://vimeo.com/1113994911https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1113994900 “Wordfest is The Perfect Night Out” “The access and Intimacy that Wordfest allows isn’t captured anywhere else.” Video by Pluto Pictures. More Than Just a Festival Every October, Wordfest produces The Imaginairium, Canada’s Liveliest Literary Festival. But wait, there’s more. We also present the world’s most intriguing authors (in every genre!) from January through […]
Story from Adam Shoalts in The Way We Nature
Story from Adam Shoalts for The Way We… Nature Wordfest’s Imagine On Air presented Adam Shoalts online in 2021 in celebration of his highly anticipated new book The Whisper on the Night Wind. He appeared alongside Suzanne Simard, and Edith Widder for Wordfest’s lively storytelling show, The Way We… Nature. See the Author in Calgary […]
Adam Shoalts in Conversation with Pam Rocker
Adam Shoalts in Conversation with Pam Rocker for The Way We… Nature Wordfest’s Imagine On Air presented Adam Shoalts online in 2021 in celebration of his highly anticipated new book The Whisper on the Night Wind. He appeared alongside Suzanne Simard, and Edith Widder for Wordfest’s lively storytelling show, The Way We… Nature. See the […]