Office Closure— Holiday Break
The BPAA offices will be closed December 23, 2024 – January 3, 2025, inclusive. We will reopen on Monday, January 6, 2025. We hope you have a wonderful holiday and a happy new year!
News
Media Release – The Read Alberta Publisher Catalogue: A celebration of Alberta book publishing
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
Office Closure— Remembrance Day
The BPAA office will be closed Monday, November 11 in recognition of Remembrance Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, November 12.
Media Release — Alberta Book Publishers Celebrate Seventh Annual Alberta Book Day
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
A Discussion with the Canada Book Fund
The Book Publishers Association of Alberta is pleased to announce A Discussion with the Canada Book Fund, scheduled for Wednesday, November 13 at 1:30 pm MT. The discussion will be guided by submitted questions, and will also allow for participant questions during the session. Invitations for this roundtable will be extended to BPAA member heads
Office Closure — Thanksgiving
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.
Office Closure— National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Holiday
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.
Media Release: 2024 Alberta Book Publishing Awards Winners
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
Statement of condolence on the passing of Jerome Martin
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
Media Release – Find curriculum-matched books with Alberta Books for Schools, a digital resource for educators
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