Canada Reads 2026 is scheduled for April 13 to 16, and you can catch up quickly by watching the animated trailers for the five featured books.
This year, the focus of the Canadian book debate is on finding a book that fosters connections.
The contenders for 2026 are:
- Filmmaker and actor Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers supports A Minor Chorus by Billy-Ray Belcourt
- Hockey YouTube personality and podcaster Steve (Dangle) Glynn supports Searching for Terry Punchout by Tyler Hellard
- Musician and writer Tegan Quin supports The Cure for Drowning by Loghan Paylor
- Broadway actor and kids TV host Josh Dela Cruz supports Foe by Iain Reid
- BookTok star Morgann Book supports It’s Different This Time by Joss Richard
Stories have the power to connect us with diverse individuals, locations, and viewpoints. The selection of titles for 2026 highlights the transformative influence of storytelling in inspiring unity and growth.
If you prefer Canada Reads books in accessible formats, CELA and NNELS offer books in audio, braille, print braille, and text versions. Check the availability of formats for each book here for CELA and here for NNELS.
The Canada Reads books are accessible in print, e-book, and audiobook formats at your local bookstore or chosen library. Utilize this link to locate an independent bookstore nearby.
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