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! Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Awards." Graphic features the cover images of the shortlisted titles.

    Shortlists announced for the 2025 Ruth and Sylv...

    Last week the Ontario Arts Council and the Ontario Arts Foundation announced the shortlists for the Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Awards. Two prizes of $6,000 each—one for picture books and...

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    Shortlists announced for the 2025 Ruth and Sylv...

    Last week the Ontario Arts Council and the Ontario Arts Foundation announced the shortlists for the Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Awards. Two prizes of $6,000 each—one for picture books and...

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    Winners announced for the 2025 Forest of Reading®

      A project of the Ontario Library Association, the Forest of Reading® is Canada’s largest recreational reading program offering 10 reading programs to encourage a love of reading in people...

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    Winners announced for the 2025 Forest of Reading®

      A project of the Ontario Library Association, the Forest of Reading® is Canada’s largest recreational reading program offering 10 reading programs to encourage a love of reading in people...

  • Graphic design. Text reads "Illustrator in Residence. Honouring Joanne Fitzgerald."

    CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: Joanne Fitzgerald Illust...

    IBBY Canada invites children’s book illustrators from across Canada to apply for the Joanne Fitzgerald Illustrator in Residence program, held during the month of October 2025. The program is primarily...

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    CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: Joanne Fitzgerald Illust...

    IBBY Canada invites children’s book illustrators from across Canada to apply for the Joanne Fitzgerald Illustrator in Residence program, held during the month of October 2025. The program is primarily...

  • Digital graphic. Text reads "Congratulations! Chocolate Lily Book Awards." Featured are the cover images of the three winners.

    Winners of the 2025 Chocolate Lily Book Awards ...

    The winners of the BC’s 2025 Chocolate Lily Book Awards—one of two young readers’ choice awards in the province—were announced on May 11. The goal of the program is to celebrate...

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    Winners of the 2025 Chocolate Lily Book Awards ...

    The winners of the BC’s 2025 Chocolate Lily Book Awards—one of two young readers’ choice awards in the province—were announced on May 11. The goal of the program is to celebrate...

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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.

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  • Banner for Asian Heritage Month Book List features cover of The Journey of the Ancestors' Gifts (Annick Press, 2023)

    Asian Heritage Month Book List

    May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada. The theme for 2025 is: “Unity in Diversity: The Impact of Asian Communities in Shaping Canadian Identity”. These books invite young readers to...

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    Asian Heritage Month Book List

    May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada. The theme for 2025 is: “Unity in Diversity: The Impact of Asian Communities in Shaping Canadian Identity”. These books invite young readers to...

  • Jewish Heritage Month Book List banner featuring cover illustration from Rising (Candlewick Press, 2024)

    Jewish Heritage Month Book List

    May is Jewish Heritage Month in Canada. Looking for ways to celebrate? These books encourage young readers to learn the history and appreciate the diversity of Canada's Jewish communities. Picture...

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    Jewish Heritage Month Book List

    May is Jewish Heritage Month in Canada. Looking for ways to celebrate? These books encourage young readers to learn the history and appreciate the diversity of Canada's Jewish communities. Picture...

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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...

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