I Read Canadian Day
I Read Canadian Day is a national celebration of Canadian books for young people, held on 4 November in 2026.
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OrganiserCanadian Children's Book Centre
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked20 October 2026
First held2020
About the day
The day was launched in 2020 by the Canadian Children's Book Centre, author Eric Walters, CANSCAIP and the Ontario Library Association. Schools, libraries and families are asked to read Canadian books, and in 2026 authors offered short virtual readings.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Wednesday 4 November 2026 | Canada | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
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