Book City turns 50: Toronto indie celebrates half a century of bookselling
Ian Donker, who took over the Toronto mini-chain when his father retired in 2014, says he can’t remember a time when Book City wasn’t part of his life, noting it often served as a babysitter for him and his two younger siblings.
Personnel changes: Penguin Random House Canada
Eric T. Jennings, Jonathan Cheng among authors shortlisted for 2026 Cundill Prize
Three finalists for the $75,000 (U.S.) prize will be announced on Sept. 30, with the winner to be named at an event in Montreal on Oct. 23.
Rights deal: Stacy Lee Kong
Rights deals: Christi Belcourt and Beverley Ann D’Cruz
Manitoba Book Awards return and reveal 2026 shortlists
The annual awards celebrating the best of books in the Prairie province are back after a two-year hiatus. Winners will be named at a ceremony in Winnipeg on Sept. 19.
Certified Canadian Publisher program now open to all Canadian-owned book publishers
The program was created by the ACP in response to increased consumer interest in identifying and buying Canadian products last year following the initial application of tariffs on Canadian goods by the current U.S. administration.
Personnel changes: HarperCollins Canada
Upstart & Crow to open new location in Ottawa
A new location of the bookstore and studio will open in Ottawa’s Byward Market neighbourhood this fall.
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