Office Closure — Remembrance Day
The BPAA office will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, in recognition of Remembrance Day. We will reopen on Thursday, November 12.
BPAA News
Member Roundtable | Good News Stories
The Book Publishers Association of Alberta is pleased to announce an upcoming Member Roundtable on Good News Stories scheduled for Thursday, December 10 from
Media Release: Alberta Book Publishers Celebrate Ninth Annual Alberta Book Day
Edmonton, Alberta – The members of the Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) wish to thank the Alberta Government and The Honourable Tanya Fir,
Building an AI Policy That Works: A Practical Guide for Publishers
Wednesday, November 25 from 1:30pm-3:00pm MT (ABT/MDT) The increasing availability of AI tools presents both opportunities and challenges for publishers. Developing a clear AI
BPAA Seeks Editorial Coordinator
The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is hiring an Editorial Coordinator. Download the job posting as a PDF. Job Description The Editorial Coordinator
Events
December 10, 2026: Member Roundtable | Good News Stories
The Book Publishers Association of Alberta is pleased to announce an upcoming Member Roundtable on Good News Stories scheduled for Thursday, December 10 from
November 25, 2026: Building an AI Policy That Works: A Practical Guide for Publishers
Wednesday, November 25 from 1:30pm-3:00pm MT (ABT/MDT) The increasing availability of AI tools presents both opportunities and challenges for publishers. Developing a clear AI
September 17, 2026: 2026 Alberta Book Publishing Awards Gala
The winners of the 2026 Alberta Book Publishing Awards will be announced at a gala reception at the Matrix Hotel in Edmonton on Thursday,
September 16, 2026: 2026 Alberta Book Publishing Conference
The 2026 Alberta Book Publishing Conference will take place from September 16-18, 2026. All events will take place at the Matrix Hotel in Edmonton, Alberta.
July 31, 2026: Connect with Australia’s Indigenous Literacy Foundation
The BPAA is pleased to announce the upcoming in-person PD session, Connect with Australia’s Indigenous Literacy Foundation, presented by Ben Bowen, Tictac Moore, and
Industry News
Media Release: Alberta Book Publishers Celebrate Ninth Annual Alberta Book Day
Edmonton, Alberta – The members of the Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) wish to thank the Alberta Government and The Honourable Tanya Fir,
BPAA Seeks Editorial Coordinator
The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is hiring an Editorial Coordinator. Download the job posting as a PDF. Job Description The Editorial Coordinator
Office Closure — Thanksgiving
The BPAA offices will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026 for Thanksgiving. We will reopen for regular office hours on Tuesday, October 13,
Alberta Separatism: What’s at Stake for Alberta’s Book Publishing Industry?
Alberta book publishers play an instrumental role in showcasing the voices, themes, and landscapes of our province. Alberta separatism would disrupt every aspect of
Media Release: 2026 Alberta Book Publishing Awards Winners
Edmonton – The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Alberta Book Publishing Awards. These awards