Carina da Rosa
CanadaconstructorFemale9.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Carina da Rosa is a prominent Toronto-based crossword constructor known for her creative and playful puzzle designs. She has gained recognition in the crossword community, being named the top Emerging Constructor at the 2026 ORCAs, the annual awards celebrating excellence in crossword construction. Her puzzles often feature Canadian cultural references and clever wordplay, showcasing her love for silliness and humor in puzzle-making.
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Carina da Rosa is the constructor of the Weekender crossword featured in the article.
The Globe and Mail crosswords: Breaking down the Weekender's 'That's Such a Cliché,' cryptic clues and moreThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-09-26
Canada· 2026-09-26Also mentioned
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Carina da Rosa is one of our most frequent crossword contributors and was named top Emerging Constructor at the 2026 ORCAs.
The Globe and Mail crosswords: Breaking down the Weekender’s ‘Jury’s Still Out’ crossword, cryptic clues and moreThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-08-08
Canada· 2026-08-08
