Sunday, October 19, 2025 – 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Simpson House, Riverdale Farm
201 Winchester Street, Toronto

You are invited to attend a literary event that takes its inspiration from the 1863 Salon des Refusés. It is a celebration of writing that was initially rejected. It is also a celebration of marginalized communities who often feel rejected by mainstream society. The authors will present works of poetry or prose that went unrecognized when first submitted to either a literary journal or competition but whose power and beauty will be evident to those in attendance.

The first Salon event was held in Toronto two years ago. This will be an opportunity to reconnect with old friends and to welcome new voices.

For more information, contact Wayne Johnston at wajohnst@uoguelph.ca

Authors for the Toronto 2025 event

Saturday, June 14, 2025 – 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

CW Coops
3 Mulcaster Street, Barrie

You are invited to attend a literary event that takes its inspiration from the 1863 Salon des Refusés. It is a celebration of writing that was initially rejected. It is also a celebration of marginalized communities who often feel rejected by mainstream society. The authors will present works of poetry or prose that went unrecognized when first submitted to either a literary journal or competition but whose power and beauty will be evident to those in attendance.

Expressions of interest should be sent to Wayne Johnston at wajohnst@uoguelph.ca

Authors for the Barrie event

Thursday, March 20, 2025 – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Niagara Artists Centre
354 St Paul Street, St Catharines

You are invited to attend a literary event that takes its inspiration from the 1863 Salon des Refusés. It is a celebration of writing that was initially rejected. It is also a celebration of marginalized communities who often feel rejected by mainstream society. The authors will present works of poetry or prose that went unrecognized when first submitted to either a literary journal or competition but whose power and beauty will be evident to those in attendance.

Inquiries should be sent to Wayne Johnston at wajohnst@uoguelph.ca

This event is hosted by Phylum Press as part of the Phylum Reading Series.

Authors for the St Catharines event

Sunday, December 8, 2024 – 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Mackenzie Hall Cultural Centre, the Macdonald Room
3277 Sandwich St. W, Windsor

UPDATE: We just received a notice that the Sandwich/Brock intersection will be closed for construction starting on Monday December 2nd and lasting until Tuesday December 11th, weather permitting. Mackenzie Hall will still be accessible from Peter St. and Brock.

You are invited to attend a literary event that takes its inspiration from the 1863 Salon des Refusés. It is a celebration of writing that was initially rejected. It is also a celebration of marginalized communities who often feel rejected by mainstream society. The authors will present works of poetry or prose that went unrecognized when first submitted to either a literary journal or competition but whose power and beauty will be evident to those in attendance.

Inquiries should be sent to Wayne Johnston at wajohnst@uoguelph.ca

Authors for the Windsor event

Sunday, October 27th, 2024 – 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Museum of Ontario Archaeology, Theatre
1600 Attawandaron Road, London

You are invited to attend a literary event that takes its inspiration from the 1863 Salon des Refusés. It is a celebration of writing that was initially rejected. It is also a celebration of marginalized communities who often feel rejected by mainstream society. The authors will present works of poetry or prose that went unrecognized when first submitted to either a literary journal or competition but whose power and beauty will be evident to those in attendance.

Inquiries should be sent to Wayne Johnston at wajohnst@uoguelph.ca

Authors for the London event

Sunday, June 16th, 2024 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Button Factory Arts
25 Regina Street S, Waterloo

You are invited to attend a literary event that takes its inspiration from the 1863 Salon des Refusés. It is a celebration of writing that was initially rejected. It is also a celebration of marginalized communities who often feel rejected by mainstream society. The authors will present works of poetry or prose that went unrecognized when first submitted to either a literary journal or competition but whose power and beauty will be evident to those in attendance.

Inquiries should be sent to Wayne Johnston at wajohnst@uoguelph.ca

Authors for the Waterloo event

Saturday, April 13th, 2024 – 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Robert McLaughlin Gallery, the Lookout
72 Queens St, Oshawa

You are invited to attend a literary event that takes its inspiration from the 1863 Salon des Refusés. It is a celebration of writing that was initially rejected. It is also a celebration of marginalized communities who often feel rejected by mainstream society. The authors will present works of poetry or prose that went unrecognized when first submitted to either a literary journal or competition but whose power and beauty will be evident to those in attendance.

Inquiries should be sent to Wayne Johnston at wajohnst@uoguelph.ca

Generous support for this event has been received from Hometown Words: An Open Mic for Spoken Word and Talkin’ Tales.

Authors for the Oshawa event

Saturday, February 17, 2024 – 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

The Bright Room, The Staircase
27 Dundurn St N, Hamilton

You are invited to attend a literary event that takes its inspiration from the 1863 Salon des Refusés. It is a celebration of writing that was initially rejected. It is also a celebration of marginalized communities who often feel rejected by mainstream society. The authors will present works of poetry or prose that went unrecognized when first submitted to either a literary journal or competition but whose power and beauty will be evident to those in attendance.

For more information contact Wayne Johnston at wajohnst@uoguelph.ca

Generous support for this event has been received from Tower Poetry Society, Wolsak & Wynn and Hamilton Mountain Writers’ Guild.

Authors for the Hamilton event

Sunday, December 10, 2023 – 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Arts Court, Courtroom
2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa

Arts Court is wheelchair accessible via 67 Nicholas Street entrance.

You are invited to attend a literary event that takes its inspiration from the 1863 Salon des Refusés. It is a celebration of writing that was initially rejected. It is also a celebration of marginalized communities who often feel rejected by mainstream society. The authors will present works of poetry or prose that went unrecognized when first submitted to either a literary journal or competition but whose power and beauty will be evident to those in attendance.

For information, email the event organizer (Wayne Johnston) at wajohnst@uoguelph.ca

Authors for the Ottawa event