Five books — four of them published by independent Canadian publishers — have been shortlisted for the 2026 Shaughnessy Cohen Prize for Political Writing.
La Pastèque acquired by Bayard Canada
The announcement of the deal, finalized on March 2, states the partnership “will enable the publishing house to continue its growth by drawing on the expertise of Quebec-based Bayard Canada.”
Finalists named for 2025 BMO Winterset Award
The winner of the annual $12,500 prize will be named on April 9.
Ripple Foundation announces conference
Session topics will include “more than a trend, a filtered reality, bridging influence to business, and the algorithm made me do it.”
Personnel change: Books BC
Personnel change: Figure 1 Publishing
Distribution change: University of Manitoba Press
Bestsellers: Top 15 Canadian Books for Young Readers, March 1–7, 2026
2026 Saskatchewan Book Awards shortlists announced
The winners will be announced on May 1 in Regina.
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