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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IBBY Canada launches the fourth edition of From...
In recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, our friends at IBBY Canada have released the fourth edition of From Sea to Sea to Sea: Celebrating Edition Picture Books. ...
SECONDIBBY Canada launches the fourth edition of From...
In recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, our friends at IBBY Canada have released the fourth edition of From Sea to Sea to Sea: Celebrating Edition Picture Books. ...
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Shortlists announced for the 2024 SWCC Book Awards
The Science Writers and Communicators of Canada (SWCC) recently announced the shortlists of the 2024 SWCC Book Awards. Presented annually, the awards celebrate great science books for readers of all ages....
SECONDShortlists announced for the 2024 SWCC Book Awards
The Science Writers and Communicators of Canada (SWCC) recently announced the shortlists of the 2024 SWCC Book Awards. Presented annually, the awards celebrate great science books for readers of all ages....
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Echoes from Our Past: Yellow Dog is seeking non...
Attention middle-grade writers! Great Plains Press’s Yellow Dog imprint seeks non-fiction book submissions for a new middle-grade series that feature individuals who have contributed to the history of Canada’s prairie...
SECONDEchoes from Our Past: Yellow Dog is seeking non...
Attention middle-grade writers! Great Plains Press’s Yellow Dog imprint seeks non-fiction book submissions for a new middle-grade series that feature individuals who have contributed to the history of Canada’s prairie...
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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: TD Summer Reading Club P...
Français Toronto Public Library is accepting applications from children’s illustrators for the 2026 TD Summer Reading Club Artist position. The application deadline is July 1, 2025 at 9 am. Location: Off-siteDuration: August...
SECONDCALL FOR APPLICATIONS: TD Summer Reading Club P...
Français Toronto Public Library is accepting applications from children’s illustrators for the 2026 TD Summer Reading Club Artist position. The application deadline is July 1, 2025 at 9 am. Location: Off-siteDuration: August...
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Canadian Children’s Book Week
Learn moreCelebrating the magic of connecting children with authors, illustrators, and storytellers.
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CCBC Book Awards
Learn moreDiscover award-winning and nominated titles from the best in Canadian children's literature.
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Become a Member
Learn moreHelp us to continue to deliver impactful programming and services. Support authors, illustrators, storytellers, and their publishers.
Resource Library
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Disability Pride Month Book List
Reading can change the way we think about disability. Disability experiences are diverse, and not all disabilities are visible so it’s important to find books with genuine representation of all types of...
SECONDDisability Pride Month Book List
Reading can change the way we think about disability. Disability experiences are diverse, and not all disabilities are visible so it’s important to find books with genuine representation of all types of...
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Book List to Support Social-Emotional Learning ...
SEL encompasses the processes that children go through as they develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills and it is vital for building understanding of others and feeling empathy. Topics...
SECONDBook List to Support Social-Emotional Learning ...
SEL encompasses the processes that children go through as they develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills and it is vital for building understanding of others and feeling empathy. Topics...
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Queer YA Horror + Thriller Book List
Queer horror and thrillers are growing in popularity among young adult readers. Like their readers, these genres are interested in pushing boundaries and going against convention. Challenging and empowering, the...
SECONDQueer YA Horror + Thriller Book List
Queer horror and thrillers are growing in popularity among young adult readers. Like their readers, these genres are interested in pushing boundaries and going against convention. Challenging and empowering, the...
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June Experts' Picks
Every month expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading in June! Bright Lights and Summer Nights Written by...
SECONDJune Experts' Picks
Every month expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading in June! Bright Lights and Summer Nights Written by...