Speaking

Thandiwe McCarthy — Keynote Artist & Vibe Harvester

Thandiwe McCarthy is a 7th-generation African Canadian spoken-word poet, CBC Black Changemaker, and author of Still Here (Goose Lane Editions, 2026). He delivers keynotes, commissioned performances, and Vibe Harvesting experiences for conferences, institutions, universities, healthcare organizations, and cultural events across Canada.

Vibe Harvesting is Thandiwe's signature live methodology — spontaneous poetry created in real time, in the room. No two performances are the same. Every room gets a poem that belongs to it.

Past engagements include:

• Horizon Health Network (Senior Leadership Conference)
• Atlantic Public Libraries Association (keynote)
• NB College of Craft and Design (convocation address)
• Sport Literature Association (40th Annual Conference keynote)
• National Trust for Canada (John Edwards Bursary recipient and presenter)
• Concordia University
• Saint Thomas University
• Base Gagetown, Shivering Songs Festival, Frye Festival,

Speaking Topics:

• Black Canadian history and cultural memory
• Creative leadership and the artistic life
• Resilience, identity, and community belonging
• Cultural intelligence and institutional storytelling

Booking Inquiry
For keynotes, performances, panels, and commissions:
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Thandiwe is based in Fredericton, NB and available for engagements across Canada. Travel and accommodation requirements are discussed at the time of booking.