Kassidy Burden

Kassidy Burden was born and raised in Thompson, where she lives with her family. She is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts with Nursing Intent. She likes to carry the attitude of “be yourself” and her fringe personality in her creative work. Kassidy is a person who tries to be mindful and “calls it as it is”, embellishing life with a sense of humour that stands on its own. These traits are ones that she tries to carry over in all her work and endeavors, especially her writing and visual artwork.

Her poem is about the passing of a loved one and the struggles it can bring. Kassidy has dedicated this poem to her late grandfather John ‘Jack’ Burden, who was the airport manager in Thompson until his retirement. He had a love of hockey and coached all ages in Thompson for over 20 years. The annual Jack Burden Memorial Novice Hockey tournament is held every year in Thompson to thank him for his contributions to hockey in Thompson. Kassidy attributes many of her hobbies and passions to her “Papa’s” enthusiasm and support.