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A New Partnership for the Next Phase of Freedom to Read Week

La version française suit la version anglaise. We are pleased to announce a new partnership between Library and Archives Canada, the Canadian Urban Libraries Council, the Ontario Library Association, and the Book and Periodical Council that marks a pivotal moment for the future of Freedom to Read Week.Freedom to Read Week will take place from …

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Embattled Journalist Brandi Morin Wins Freedom to Read Award

 The Writers’ Union of Canada (TWUC) is pleased to announce that author and journalist Brandi Morin is the recipient of TWUC’s 2024 Freedom to Read Award. Morin is a writer of Cree, Iroquois, and French origin from Treaty 6 territories in Alberta. She has won multiple awards for her work, and has been published in _National …

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Author and Activist Farzana Doctor Wins 2023 Freedom to Read Award

The Writers’ Union of Canada (TWUC) is pleased to announce that author and activist Farzana Doctor is the recipient of the 2023 Freedom to Read Award. The award is presented annually by TWUC in recognition of work that is passionately supportive of access to books and the freedom to read. Past recipients include authors David A. Robertson, Ivan …

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Canada’s Freedom to Read Week Runs February 19–25, 2023

Toronto, February 18, 2023 — The Book and Periodical Council and its Freedom of Expression Committee are thrilled to announce the 39th annual Freedom to Read Week (FTRW) in Canada. We can’t wait to see the unique array of celebrations and events across the country throughout the week, which runs from February 19 to February …

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Freedom to Read Week in Canada Begins February 20, 2022

Toronto, February 19, 2022 — The Book and Periodical Council and its Freedom of Expression Committee are proud to announce the 38th annual Freedom to Read Week (FTRW) in Canada. This year’s program runs from February 20 to February 26, and we are excited to see a combination of virtual and in-person celebrations in libraries, …

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Bookseller & Event Coordinator Anjula Gogia Wins Freedom to Read Award 

February 18, 2022- The Writers’ Union of Canada (TWUC) is pleased to announce that Toronto bookseller, community builder, and event coordinator Anjula Gogia is the recipient of the 2022 Freedom to Read Award. The award is presented annually by TWUC in recognition of work that is passionately supportive of access to books and the freedom to read. …

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Author David A. Robertson Wins Freedom to Read Award

February 19, 2021 — The Writers’ Union of Canada (TWUC) is pleased to announce that Manitoba author David A. Robertson is the recipient of the 2021 Freedom to Read Award. The award is presented annually by TWUC in recognition of work that is passionately supportive of the freedom to read. Past recipients include authors Ivan …

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Canada’s Freedom to Read Week: February 21–27, 2021

Toronto, February 19, 2021 — The Book and Periodical Council and its Freedom of Expression Committee are pleased to announce the 37th annual Freedom to Read Week (FTRW) in Canada. This year’s program runs from February 21 to February 27 as a largely virtual celebration in libraries, schools and homes across the country. Freedom to …

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AUTHOR AND LITERARY PERFORMER IVAN COYOTE WINS FREEDOM TO READ AWARD

Media Release courtesy: The Writers’ Union of Canada The Writers’ Union of Canada (TWUC) is pleased to announce that author Ivan Coyote is the recipient of the 2020 Freedom to Read Award. The award is presented annually by TWUC in recognition of work that is passionately supportive of the freedom to read. Past recipients include authors Jael …

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Announcing Freedom to Read Week 2020: February 23-29

Events and activities across Canada celebrate freedom of expression, challenge censorship. Freedom to Read Week encourages Canadians to think about and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom. “The freedom to read and write is crucial to the health of the literary arts in Canada, and every year Freedom to Read Week brings to light how …

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