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SUMMARY:BC Book Day
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Tuesday\, April 21\, 2026 \nWHAT: BC Book Day invites British Columbians to celebrate the province’s book & magazine publishers\, authors\, illustrators\, bookstores\, libraries\, festivals\, and literary prizes that connect us with local stories. \nGOAL: To raise awareness among government and the public of BC’s publishing ecosystem and its cultural and economic contributions. \nWHO: BC Book Day is coordinated by Books BC\, which works to support the long-term health and success of the Canadian-owned book industry in British Columbia. \nHow can you support BC Book Day and BC’s Independent Publishers? \n\nBuy BC-published books directly from your local independent bookstore or the publisher’s website (list of BC publishers here).\nEncourage your school and public library to buy and stock both BC and Canadian-published books (find our Books for Schools database here)\nCelebrate Canadian Independent Bookstore Day on April 25 (learn about the day and how to participate here).
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/bc-book-day-3/
CATEGORIES:Day of Awareness,Day of Celebration
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SUMMARY:Canadian Independent Bookstore Day at Munro's Books!
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Canadian Independent Bookstore Day at Munro’s Books on Saturday\, April 25th! The party will include a contest to win $1000 to spend at the indie bookstore of your choice\, exclusive bookstore swag with each purchase (while supplies last)\, two author signings\, double rewards points on purchases (in-store and online)\, blind date with a book\, a draw for a Munro’s Prize pack\, photo booth\, bookmark colouring station\, and more! \nThis will mark the annual day when readers\, writers\, illustrators\, publishers\, and others come together to celebrate indie bookstores across Canada. By joining the celebration\, you are advocating for independent businesses\, supporting a flourishing book selling community\, and investing in Canadian culture. \nThe book signings will include authors April Howells from 11:00am-1:00pm \, and Phoebe Wang from 1:00pm-3:00pm. \nWe hope you can come party with us! \nWhat: Canadian Independent Bookstore Day Celebration \nWhen: Saturday\, April 25th during opening hours (9:30am-6:00pm) \nWhere: Munro’s Books – 1108 Government St \nHow: This event is free to attend
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/canadian-independent-bookstore-day-at-munros-books-2/
LOCATION:Munro’s Books\, 1108 Government Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 1Y2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Day of Celebration
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