For generations, parents have drawn inspiration from the natural world when naming their children—flowers, seasons, and yes, even months. Naming girls after the month of their birth became especially popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a time when poetic and nature-inspired names like April, May, and June came into fashion. Each of these names evokes freshness, growth, and light—qualities that many parents wished upon their daughters. In this post, we’re spotlighting some remarkable Canadian women who bear these calendar-inspired names and have made lasting contributions in the arts, sciences, politics, and beyond. WRITERS April Bulmer Born in Toronto, Ontario, in 1963, April Bulmer is a prolific poet whose work explores spirituality, femininity, and multicultural identity. She holds three master's degrees, including one in theology, and her poetry has appeared in many Canadian literary journals. June Callwood June Callwood Creative Commons Image Born in Chatham,...
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