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 caregivers 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 "Forest of Reading 2026 nominees." Featured are a sampling of cover images.

    2026 Forest of Reading nominated titles announced

    The Forest of Reading—Canada’s largest recreational reading program—has announced the English- and French-language nominees for their 2026 awards program. The Forest of Reading’s mission is to instill the love of...

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    2026 Forest of Reading nominated titles announced

    The Forest of Reading—Canada’s largest recreational reading program—has announced the English- and French-language nominees for their 2026 awards program. The Forest of Reading’s mission is to instill the love of...

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    Canadian titles selected for the White Ravens 2025

    The International Youth Library (IYL) has released the White Ravens 2025 catalogue. Published annually, this year's edition features 215 new children’s and young adult titles in 49 languages from 63...

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    Canadian titles selected for the White Ravens 2025

    The International Youth Library (IYL) has released the White Ravens 2025 catalogue. Published annually, this year's edition features 215 new children’s and young adult titles in 49 languages from 63...

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    Winners announced for the 2025-2026 First Natio...

    The First Nation Communities READ 2025-2026 program has announced the 2025-2026 winners in both their children's and young adult/adult categories. Chosen by a jury of librarians from First Nation Public libraries...

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    Winners announced for the 2025-2026 First Natio...

    The First Nation Communities READ 2025-2026 program has announced the 2025-2026 winners in both their children's and young adult/adult categories. Chosen by a jury of librarians from First Nation Public libraries...

  • Digital graphic. Text reads "Congratulations! Kirkus Prize 2025 | Young Readers' Literature." Featured is the cover image of Everybelly by Thao Lam.

    Thao Lam's Everybelly wins $50K Kirkus Prize

    Earlier tonight (October 8, 2025), the 2025 Kirkus Prize winners were announced at TriBeca Rooftop in New York City. The annual prizes are awarded to titles of exceptional merit in...

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    Thao Lam's Everybelly wins $50K Kirkus Prize

    Earlier tonight (October 8, 2025), the 2025 Kirkus Prize winners were announced at TriBeca Rooftop in New York City. The annual prizes are awarded to titles of exceptional merit in...

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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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  • Image from cover of Vampire Jam Sandwich (2025)

    Chills & Thrills Book List

    Do you feel that chill in the air? It's time to bring out the scary stories! We believe horror is for everyone. Whatever your age and whatever your preferred level...

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    Chills & Thrills Book List

    Do you feel that chill in the air? It's time to bring out the scary stories! We believe horror is for everyone. Whatever your age and whatever your preferred level...

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    October Experts' Picks

    Expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading this October!   It Began with a Buzz Written and illustrated by Shiva...

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    October Experts' Picks

    Expert booksellers and librarians share their top picks for young readers. Check out what our experts are reading this October!   It Began with a Buzz Written and illustrated by Shiva...

  • Illustrator's Studio: Braden Hallett

    Illustrator's Studio: Braden Hallett

    Braden Hallett is a teacher-turned-freelance-illustrator from British Columbia. He aims to combine words and pictures in new and shocking into books that kids think are neat. He draws and writes...

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    Illustrator's Studio: Braden Hallett

    Braden Hallett is a teacher-turned-freelance-illustrator from British Columbia. He aims to combine words and pictures in new and shocking into books that kids think are neat. He draws and writes...

  • Creator's Corner: Catherine Little

    Creator's Corner: Catherine Little

    Catherine Little is an educator, consultant and writer living in Toronto, Ontario with her husband and son. She has a passion for picture books and often used them in the classroom...

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    Creator's Corner: Catherine Little

    Catherine Little is an educator, consultant and writer living in Toronto, Ontario with her husband and son. She has a passion for picture books and often used them in the classroom...

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