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.
What's New
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IBBY Canada announces selections for the 7th ed...
En français IBBY Canada has selected two books to represent Canada in the Silent Books Collection, 7th edition. These wordless picture books offer a wide range of artistic expression, displaying...
SECONDIBBY Canada announces selections for the 7th ed...
En français IBBY Canada has selected two books to represent Canada in the Silent Books Collection, 7th edition. These wordless picture books offer a wide range of artistic expression, displaying...
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Margie Wolfe transfers ownership of Second Stor...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 10, 2025—In a letter to authors Margie Wolfe writes: “I can hardly believe that I am telling you I will no longer be at the helm...
SECONDMargie Wolfe transfers ownership of Second Stor...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 10, 2025—In a letter to authors Margie Wolfe writes: “I can hardly believe that I am telling you I will no longer be at the helm...
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Announcing the Tour Roster for Canadian Childre...
The Canadian Children's Book Centre is excited to announce the tour roster for Canadian Children's Book Week 2025. Thirty-two authors, illustrators, and storytellers have been selected to take part in...
SECONDAnnouncing the Tour Roster for Canadian Childre...
The Canadian Children's Book Centre is excited to announce the tour roster for Canadian Children's Book Week 2025. Thirty-two authors, illustrators, and storytellers have been selected to take part in...
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: 2025 CCBC Book Awards
The Canadian Children’s Book Centre (CCBC) is now accepting submissions for it children’s book awards. In total, seven prizes will be awarded. Click the links below to find submission and...
SECONDCALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: 2025 CCBC Book Awards
The Canadian Children’s Book Centre (CCBC) is now accepting submissions for it children’s book awards. In total, seven prizes will be awarded. Click the links below to find submission and...
Get Involved
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Canadian Children’s Book Week
Celebrating the magic of connecting children with authors, illustrators, and storytellers.
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CCBC Book Awards
Discover award-winning and nominated titles from the best in Canadian children's literature.
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Become a Member
Help us to continue to deliver impactful programming and services. Support authors, illustrators, storytellers, and their publishers.
Resource Library
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February Experts' Picks
Every month expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading in February!
SECONDFebruary Experts' Picks
Every month expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading in February!
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Black History Month Book List
Black history is worth more than one month, so we’ve created this giant-sized book list to keep young readers exploring Black history all year long.
SECONDBlack History Month Book List
Black history is worth more than one month, so we’ve created this giant-sized book list to keep young readers exploring Black history all year long.
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January Experts' Picks
Every month expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading in January!
SECONDJanuary Experts' Picks
Every month expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading in January!
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Illustrator's Studio: Marcus Cutler
We caught up with illustrator Marcus Cutler to ask him about his upcoming picture book projects and what he enjoys about visiting young readers in schools.
SECONDIllustrator's Studio: Marcus Cutler
We caught up with illustrator Marcus Cutler to ask him about his upcoming picture book projects and what he enjoys about visiting young readers in schools.