TIFA is proud to partner with the Canadian Children’s Book Centre (CCBC) to present the 2022 CCBC Book Awards, celebrating the best Canadian books for young people. The winners for the English-language awards will be announced in this broadcast of the much-anticipated event in the world of Canadian books for young people.

Presented by Garvia Bailey, the event will celebrate both the winners and finalists for:

TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award ($50,000)
Marilyn Baillie Picture Book Award ($20,000)
Norma Fleck Award for Canadian Children’s Non-Fiction ($10,000)
Geoffrey Bilson Award for Historical Fiction for Young People ($5,000)
Amy Mathers Teen Book Award ($5,000)
Jean Little First-Novel Award ($5,000)
Arlene Barlin Award for Science Fiction and Fantasy ($5,000)
David Booth Children’s and Youth Poetry Award ($3,500)

To view the full list of nominees, visit the Bibliovideo playlist.

About the Canadian Children’s Book Centre:
The Canadian Children’s Book Centre is a national, not‐for‐profit organization founded in 1976. We are dedicated to encouraging, promoting and supporting the reading, writing and illustrating of Canadian books for young readers. Our programs, publications, and resources help teachers, librarians, booksellers and parents select the very best for young readers. For more information, visit bookcentre.ca.

ASL interpretation will be provided for this event.

Ticket Info:
Date & Time: September 29 at 6pm ET (ceremony begins at 7pm ET)
Where: Harbourfront Centre Theatre & Online (via festivalofauthors.ca)
Price: $60 – General Admission to celebrate in person (includes reception); free – livestream viewing only

Note: This event is not included in TIFA Pass purchases. Tickets will need to be purchased separately.

TIFA Kids is generously supported by Gail and Mark Appel.