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I Read Canadian Day
On Wednesday, February 17, we invite you to celebrate the excellence and diversity of Canadian literature by participating in the second annual I Read Canadian Day. On this day, the whole country is encouraged to "read Canadian" for 15 minutes or more.
Visit Wellington County Library’s online catalogue for Canadian picks or join a virtual Story Time. I Read Canadian Day is proudly supported by the Canadian Children’s Book Centre, CANSCAIP, Ontario Library Association and Canadian School Libraries, Senator Rob Black, and other celebrated Canadians.
A message from Senator Rob Black:
Celebrating “I Read Canadian Day” in Wellington County
On February 17, 2021, the 2nd Annual “I Read Canadian Day” will celebrate the richness, diversity and breadth of Canadian literature and culture. As an avid reader, I am proud to support this nation-wide initiative. This event will empower families, schools, libraries, bookstores and organizations to raise awareness of Canadian books and to celebrate the excellence of Canadian literature.
As a past chair of the Wellington County Library Board, I invite you all to join our County’s libraries in celebrating “I Read Canadian Day” on February 17, 2021. While we are unable to attend in-person events this year at our local libraries, you can still show your support by sending a picture of yourself reading a Canadian book for young people leading up to February 17 on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook, using the hashtag #IReadCanadian and tagging the official account @IReadCanadian.
This celebration of Canadian literature for young people will leave a lasting impact on Canadian youth and help transform an entire generation into life-long readers. Thank you, in advance, for showing your support this year.
Visit the “I Read Canadian Day” website to learn more about this initiative: https://ireadcanadian.com/day/
Senator Rob Black
Senator Rob Black and MP Lloyd Longfield met at the Fergus Branch of the Wellington County Library to show their support of I Read Canadian Day.
