September 30, 2022
Today marks Canada’s second officially commemorated National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. At Read Local BC, we’re looking to books and stories to learn more about the violent history and legacy of residential schools. It is also #OrangeShirtDay—a day to reflect Go to full post …read more
July 19, 2022
Every day at Read Local BC, we’re inspired by the activists and leaders in our community that are changing the world for the better. This week, we’re giving a special shout-out to the children and young adults who are working tirelessly Go to full post …read more
June 16, 2022
While we’re eagerly waiting for this fall’s releases, we’re also working through our TBR piles and using the summer break to catch up on all the great releases from last season. This week at Read Local BC, we’re revisiting our top Go to full post …read more
June 7, 2022
Father’s Day is just around the corner and now is a good time to think about gifts and plans for any father figures in your life!
Fathers are our courageous heroes, always there to protect and teach us. In honour of Go to full post …read more
May 17, 2022
It’s Mental Health Awareness Month—an annual opportunity to speak up about the hardships and stigmas of mental health challenges. Mental health affects us all, and this year we are amplifying this message: “Together for Mental Health.”
We’ve curated a selection of Go to full post …read more
March 8, 2022
It’s International Women’s Day! Each year, we’re reminded of the powerful impacts that uplifting women and amplifying their voices can have across the globe. This year’s theme is #BreakTheBias. We in BC are fortunate to have so many powerful women and Go to full post …read more
March 1, 2022
Spring has sprung across the province, and at Read Local BC we’re excited to enjoy the season! This week, we’re especially excited to get outside in recognition of World Wildlife Day. This March 3, artists, activists, storytellers and environmentalists across the Go to full post …read more
February 16, 2022
Family day is fast-approaching, and we can’t wait to spend time together! This week at Read Local BC, we hope to encourage you to spend some quality time with your chosen family, friends, and relatives. So, we’ve scoured our publisher’s catalogues Go to full post …read more
August 9, 2021
We’re going to go ahead and guess that if you’re reading this you’re a book lover, just like us. And wouldn’t you know it, there’s a day just for us! National Book Lovers Day shines a light on all the enthusiastic Go to full post …read more
July 6, 2021
(Grand)mothers are the often unsung heroes of our lives. From the countless hours spent keeping us fed, clothed and happy as children through to the words of wisdom, emotional support and eventual send offs into the world as adults, mothers and Go to full post …read more
May 11, 2021
May 9-15 is Children’s Book Week—our annual reminder of the important role that books and literature play in shaping the next generation of leaders! We turn to books to introduce children to difficult topics, to teach them empathy and kindness, and Go to full post …read more
March 2, 2021
Spring is right around the corner — and with it, the joy of all things green, growing, and delicious. From backyard gardens with tidy rows of sprouting carrots and beets, to local forests full of wild mushrooms and berries, the spring Go to full post …read more