Freedom to Read Week is an annual event that encourages Canadians to think about and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom, which is guaranteed them under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Freedom to Read Week is organized by the Book and Periodical Council.

Given the unique challenges of starting and running a book publishing company, planning for ownership/management succession and retirement is a complex undertaking. There are many points to consider and no “one size fits all” solution. What is involved in valuing and selling your business? What options for succession might make the most sense for your