Geist is a Canadian magazine with a longstanding commitment to publishing writers and artists from across the country. Its poetry section is deliberately selective: each issue includes only one or two poems, meaning that acceptance carries the weight of a highly curated editorial vision. The magazine acquires First North American Serial Rights, with copyright reverting to the author upon publication, and insists on original, previously unpublished work. This is not a venue for broad exposure but for precise, considered placement within a literary context that values craft and regional voice. The editorial process is collaborative and rigorous. If a piece is selected, the author works directly with the editor-in-chief through multiple drafts and revisions to align the work with Geist's house style and audience while preserving the author's intention. This level of engagement suggests that the magazine seeks poems that can withstand close reading and revision—work that benefits from a dialogue between editor and poet. The mandate to publish writers from across Canada indicates a curatorial interest in geographic and cultural breadth, though the call does not restrict subject matter or form. Submissions require a cover letter with the poet's name, complete mailing address, and email. A fee of $3.00 USD is required to submit. The deadline is fixed: October 9, 2026. There is no prize associated with this call; it is a standard submission window for publication, not a contest. Poets should note that the magazine publishes only a small number of poems per issue, making the competition for space considerable.