The Association of Canadian Publishers is the voice of English-language Canadian-owned independent book publishers.
ACP supports and strengthens the contribution that Canadian books make to Canada’s cultural, economic, and educational landscape.
ACP represents approximately 115 Canadian-owned and controlled book publishers from across the country. Through all of its activities, ACP is committed to the development and maintenance of these vibrant, competitive Canadian-owned companies.
ACP focuses its resources on advocacy, programs, and projects including: Government and Public Relations, Collaborative Marketing initiatives, Research and Communications, and Professional Development activities.
Recent Posts
Canadian Publishers, Authors, and Booksellers Call for Nova Scotia to Reinstate Funding for Publishers
Organizations representing Canada’s publishing, writing, and bookselling sectors stand in solidarity with artists, cultural workers, and arts organizations across Nova Scotia as communities prepare to gather at rallies throughout the province...
Canadian Publishers Condemn Nova Scotia’s Decision to Cut Funding to Book Publishers
The Association of Canadian Publishers (ACP) and the Literary Press Group of Canada (LPG) are deeply disappointed by the Government of Nova Scotia’s decision to eliminate provincial funding for independent publishers through the cancellation of the...
Building Your Canadian Classroom Bookshelf
Building Your Canadian Classroom Bookshelf is a resource created by author Vikki VanSickle for educators, librarians, and families looking to connect young readers with Canadian books. The info sheet highlights a curated selection of picture books,...
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ACP contributes to the development and maintenance of vibrant, competitive book publishing companies in order to support and strengthen the contribution that Canadian books make to Canada’s cultural, economic, and educational landscape.