The upcoming Canada Reads event for 2026 is scheduled to run from April 13 to 16. To get a quick overview of the five books in contention, viewers can watch the animated trailers for each.
This year, the focus of Canada Reads is on finding a book that fosters connections. The lineup of contenders for 2026 includes:
– Filmmaker and actor Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers advocating for “A Minor Chorus” by Billy-Ray Belcourt
– Hockey YouTube personality and podcaster Steve (Dangle) Glynn supporting “Searching for Terry Punchout” by Tyler Hellard
– Musician and writer Tegan Quin championing “The Cure for Drowning” by Loghan Paylor
– Broadway actor and kids TV host Josh Dela Cruz endorsing “Foe” by Iain Reid
– BookTok star Morgann Book promoting “It’s Different This Time” by Joss Richard
The selection of books for 2026 emphasizes the transformative power of storytelling to inspire and unite diverse perspectives and communities.
For those interested in accessing the Canada Reads books in various formats, CELA and NNELS offer options such as audio, braille, print braille, and text versions. Readers can check the availability of formats for each book on the CELA and NNELS websites.
The Canada Reads books are accessible in print, e-book, and audiobook formats at local bookstores or libraries. To locate an independent bookstore nearby, a bookstore locator tool is available for reference.
During Canada Reads, five Canadian celebrities each present a book recommendation for all Canadians to read. Through four days of debates, one book is eliminated daily until a final winner emerges. Viewers can engage with the book trailers to learn more about the authors and their works.