Sponsors are critical to allowing the CCBC to run our programs across Canada. They are an excellent way to support writers and illustrators, teachers and librarians, the Canadian publishing community, and most importantly children on their reading and development journeys!

Since we formed the CCBC in 1976, we’ve been committed to the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to develop a love of reading.

For Canadian children to fully engage with literature, it’s vital that they see themselves in the books they read. That’s why we’re determined to make Canadian books as accessible and inclusive as possible.

Our programs, publications, and resources help educators and families select the very best for young readers. In turn, young readers can find ways to enjoy reading that reflects their unique identities. Our sponsors make this essential work possible.

Here are some impacts that our sponsors have on children and creators across Canada:

12M +

Our TD Grade One Book Giveaway provides books to Grade 1 students across Canada. Since starting this program over 20 years ago, we’ve distributed over 12 million books.

28,000

Book Week brings touring creators to schools and libraries across the country. It’s the largest children’s literary festival in Canada, reaching approximately 28,000 students each year.

$175,000

Our book awards provide $175,000 to Canadian creators each year across nine unique awards. This program is essential for growing a national ecosystem of quality children’s books.

Sponsorship Levels

Contributions over $1,000

Sponsors who contribute $1,000 or more are acknowledged as supporters on our website and interviewed in our monthly newsletter.

Presenting Sponsors

Organizations that sponsor to a large portion of a given program are recognized as Presenting Sponsors. They are acknowledged in all program-related advertising and promotions, including on our website, social media, and in a media release.

If you’re interested in becoming a program sponsor, please contact our team at info@bookcentre.ca.

Programs Requiring Sponsorship

Our programs thrive on the generosity of our sponsors. If your organization wants to support our mission of helping children grow their love of reading, we have several sponsorship opportunities available. Here are our programs currently in need of sponsorship:

Canadian Children’s Book Week

Touring creators speak to audiences about the delights of reading Canadian children’s books, and offer an inside look into their own work. These workshops and presentations can be a turning point in a child’s life, inspiring a lifelong love of reading.

• Over 30 authors, illustrators, and storytellers tour across every province and territory.
• 28,000 young Canadians participate and get a chance to meet authors and illustrators across Canada.
• Over 400 readings and workshops occur throughout the week.

Bibliovideo

Our YouTube channel, Bibliovideo, is the destination for anyone who wants to learn about great Canadian books for young people. At Bibliovideo, you will find:

• Webinars and live events with Canadian creators and publishers.
• Story time videos and read-alongs of quality Canadian children’s books.
• Weekly video segments covering new releases and developments in the world of Canadian children’s books.
• French- and Indigenous-language videos to ensure all Canadians can enjoy our content.

As a sponsor, your brand will be seen by the parents, educators, librarians, booksellers, publishers, caregivers, and book-lovers who engage with our programs and resources. Let’s explore how your brand can join the conversation.

Any support you provide makes a tangible impact on the lives of children across Canada. If you’re interested in exploring  sponsorship opportunities, please contact the CCBC team at info@bookcentre.ca.