Edmonton — The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is excited to recognize its 50th anniversary today, on March 14, 2025. Since its establishment in 1975, the BPAA has supported the development of the book publishing industry in Alberta and contributed significantly to the current vitality of the publishing landscape in the province. Over the past
The Book Publishers Association of Alberta is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and experienced individual to serve as its next Executive Director. This is a permanent, full-time position. Our office is based in Edmonton, Alberta. About the BPAA Established in 1975, the BPAA is a provincial association of Alberta-owned and -controlled book publishing companies. The BPAA
Edmonton – The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is now accepting submissions for the 2025 Alberta Book Publishing Awards. Established in 1994, the Alberta Book Publishing Awards recognize and celebrate the excellence of the Alberta book publishing industry. The awards are adjudicated by experts and publishing professionals from across Canada, who evaluate the submissions
Edmonton – The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is pleased to announce the publication of the 2024 Read Alberta Publisher Catalogue, a showcase of the books published in Alberta in 2024. This special edition of the catalogue celebrates the BPAA’s upcoming 50th anniversary, with specially designed pieces by illustrator Derek Evernden and designer Natalie
Edmonton – The members of the Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) wish to thank the Alberta Government and Minister Tanya Fir for declaring November 5, 2024, as the seventh annual “Alberta Book Day”. The day is dedicated to recognizing Alberta book publishers’ important contribution to the culture, economy, and entertainment of our province. Alberta’s
The BPAA offices will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024 for Thanksgiving. We will reopen for regular office hours on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.
The BPAA office will be closed Monday, September 30 in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, October 1.
Edmonton – The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Alberta Book Publishing Awards. These awards celebrate the essential role Alberta book publishers play in supporting authors and telling Alberta’s Story. The awards gala was hosted at the Varscona Theatre in Edmonton, and delegates from across Canada
Edmonton, Alberta – It is with great sadness that the Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) acknowledges the passing of our dear friend and colleague, Jerome Martin. A long-time publisher and member of the BPAA, he will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by us all. In 2020, Jerome was presented with the Lifetime Achievement
Edmonton – The Book Publishers Association of Alberta is pleased to announce the release of the 2024/25 Alberta Books for Schools catalogue and updated online database. Now in its third year, the catalogue is a resource designed for educators, libraries, and booksellers to discover Alberta-published, curriculum-mapped books. This edition of the catalogue features over 65