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The Author Who Captivates and Inspires

At the heart of everything I do is a passion for storytelling, whether through empowering communities or crafting verses that inspire reflection and resilience. As a community worker committed to supporting people, fostering inclusion, and promoting diversity, my work has always been about building connections. Now, as I embark on my poetry and writing journey, I invite you to explore how these threads weave together, shaping my mission to inspire and uplift.

I’m proud to offer my books and notebooks in both English and French, to foster and encourage meaningful connections within diverse communities.

Sonia reading one of the books written by her father,
Jean-Marie Vianney Kayishema

About Me

A Journey of Poetry and Purpose

Born in Burundi to Rwandan parents, I immigrated to Canada at the age of 15, where I proudly call home.
As long as I can remember, I have turned to writing as an oasis of escape, pouring my emotions onto paper, often inspired by the French songs I listened to during my youth and adolescence.

With a playwright father whose plays have inspired generations, my penchant for words was palpable from an early age. Thanks to his enlightened pen, I entered into a world of storytelling and imagination. But it wasn’t just his talent that shaped my passion for writing. My mother, with her infinite patience and disciplined, rigorous approach, particularly in our lesson-learning sessions, reinforced a sense of hard work and perseverance in me. Both, perhaps unknowingly, guided me toward the path of self-expression, sparking in me a dream of one day sharing my thoughts in the form of poems.

In parallel to my writing journey, I have over 15 years of experience as a multilingual community worker, dedicated to supporting individuals facing social exclusion and assisting organizations in addressing social issues and empowering communities.

Thank you for joining me on this journey where words dance freely, inviting you to explore the depths of our shared human experiences.
Sonia Muhimpundu Kayishema

Book Collection

Discover All My Book Collection

Welcome to the world of “Bouquets and Blusters,” a poetry collection that weaves together threads of emotion, reflection, and resilience. In this collection, Sonia Muhimpundu Kayishema invites you to journey through a tapestry of verses that capture the delicate beauty and raw intensity of the human experience.

Book Event

Upcoming Events

Semaine de l’immigration francophone 2024/Francophone Immigration Week 2024

Marché Francophone 2024/French Market 2024