A love of reading starts with access to great books.

The Canadian Children’s Book Centre (CCBC) is a not-for-profit that helps Canadian parents, librarians, educators, and caretakers foster a lifelong love of reading in children and teens. We’ve been bringing quality Canadian books to young readers for over 45 years through our wealth of programs and resources—from book giveaways to helpful book reviews and beyond. We also support the creators and publishers who bring these books to life, ensuring a healthy ecosystem of literature for Canadian youth.

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  • Digital graphic. Text reads "Congratulations! Alcuin Society Awards for Excellence in Book Design in Canada." Graphic features the covers images of the winners and honourable mentions.

    Winners announced for the Alcuin Society’s Awar...

    Earlier this month, the Alcuin Society announced the winners of the 42nd Alcuin Society’s Awards for Excellence in Book Design in Canada. A total of 228 submissions from 81 Canadian...

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    Winners announced for the Alcuin Society’s Awar...

    Earlier this month, the Alcuin Society announced the winners of the 42nd Alcuin Society’s Awards for Excellence in Book Design in Canada. A total of 228 submissions from 81 Canadian...

  • Digital graphic. Text reads "Congratulations! 2025 Manitoba Young Readers' Choice Awards." Graphic features the winner and honour book in each category—MYRCA Sundogs and MYRCA Northern Lights.

    Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Mani...

    The winners of the 2025 Manitoba Young Readers’ Choice Awards (MYRCA) were announced on April 25 at the Gas Station Arts Centre Theatre in Winnipeg. Manitoba’s young readers have the...

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    Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Mani...

    The winners of the 2025 Manitoba Young Readers’ Choice Awards (MYRCA) were announced on April 25 at the Gas Station Arts Centre Theatre in Winnipeg. Manitoba’s young readers have the...

  • Digital graphic. Text reads "Crime Writers of Canada Award. Best Juvenile/YA Crime Book." Graphic features the awards seal, as well as the cover images of the five finalists.

    Shortlists announced for the 2025 Crime Writers...

    Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) announced the shortlists for the 2025 Crime Writers of Canada Awards of Excellence in Canadian Crime Writing on April 25th at the Book Warehouse in Vancouver....

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    Shortlists announced for the 2025 Crime Writers...

    Crime Writers of Canada (CWC) announced the shortlists for the 2025 Crime Writers of Canada Awards of Excellence in Canadian Crime Writing on April 25th at the Book Warehouse in Vancouver....

  • Digital graphic. Text reads "Congratulations! Elizabeth Mrazik-Cleaver Canadian Picture Book Award." Features the book covers of the winner and two honour books.

    Isabella Fassler wins 2024 Elizabeth Mrazik-Cle...

    En français FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (April 26, 2025)—IBBY Canada is pleased to announce that Isabella Fassler has won the 2024 Elizabeth Mrazik-Cleaver Canadian Picture Book Award for Garbage Gulls, written...

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    Isabella Fassler wins 2024 Elizabeth Mrazik-Cle...

    En français FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (April 26, 2025)—IBBY Canada is pleased to announce that Isabella Fassler has won the 2024 Elizabeth Mrazik-Cleaver Canadian Picture Book Award for Garbage Gulls, written...

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    Celebrating the magic of connecting children with authors, illustrators, and storytellers.

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    Discover award-winning and nominated titles from the best in Canadian children's literature.

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    Help us to continue to deliver impactful programming and services. Support authors, illustrators, storytellers, and their publishers.

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    May Experts' Picks

    Every month expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading in May!   EverybellyWritten and illustrated by Thao Lam Groundwood...

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    May Experts' Picks

    Every month expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading in May!   EverybellyWritten and illustrated by Thao Lam Groundwood...

  • Digital banner for May Book List features image from cover of A Terrible Tide (Second Story Press, 2021)

    May Book List: Dealing with Disaster

    Life can change in an instant. Reading books about disasters can help kids cope with anxiety and sudden change, prepare for potential emergencies, and build resilience. Our May book list...

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    May Book List: Dealing with Disaster

    Life can change in an instant. Reading books about disasters can help kids cope with anxiety and sudden change, prepare for potential emergencies, and build resilience. Our May book list...

  • Digital banner features author photo of Stephanie Ellen Sy and cover of picture book A Roof!

    Creator's Corner: Stephanie Ellen Sy

    Stephanie Ellen Sy is a writer and interior designer with a degree in International Relations and Asian Studies from Tufts University. She draws inspiration from her memories and experiences living...

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    Creator's Corner: Stephanie Ellen Sy

    Stephanie Ellen Sy is a writer and interior designer with a degree in International Relations and Asian Studies from Tufts University. She draws inspiration from her memories and experiences living...

  • April Experts' Picks

    April Experts' Picks

    Every month expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading in April!   Tove and the Island with No AddressWritten...

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    April Experts' Picks

    Every month expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading in April!   Tove and the Island with No AddressWritten...

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