Mooredale’s Mayfair: Rosedale’s Community Fair Since 1946
Mooredale’s Mayfair celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2026 at Rosedale Park, bringing families together for a fun-filled weekend of rides, games, food, and community connection.
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“Salma Speaks Up” by Danny Ramadan: An Empowering Story About Finding Your Voice
In Salma Speaks Up, Danny Ramadan explores themes of identity, confidence, and belonging as Salma learns to embrace her voice and stand up for herself and others. This Silver Birch Express nominee offers young readers a meaningful story about self-expression, empathy, and courage.
“The Great Dinosaur Sleepover” by Linda Bailey: A Humorous and Heartwarming Children’s Book for Every Dinophile
In The Great Dinosaur Sleepover, Linda Bailey blends humour, resilience, and imagination in a heartwarming story about disappointment, unexpected surprises, and prehistoric fun.
Finding Home in Unexpected Places: Inside “The City of Lost Cats” with Vancouver Author Tanya Lloyd Kyi
A heartfelt look at The City of Lost Cats by Tanya Lloyd Kyi, exploring themes of belonging, community, and resilience through an imaginative, multi-perspective story featuring a young girl and a group of stray animals.
"Songs for Ghosts" by Clara Kumagai: A Poetic YA Historical Fiction Novel
Discover Songs for Ghosts by Clara Kumagai, a haunting YA novel blending history, romance, and the supernatural. Through a hidden diary and a connection across time, this poetic story explores identity, grief, and the echoes of the past.
Learning in Motion: How “This Is How a Ball Rolls” Turns Play into Science for Young Readers
A playful STEAM-inspired picture book blends sports and science to spark curiosity in young readers. Through engaging rhymes and interactive guessing, it invites children to explore how things move, bounce, and roll in the world around them.
Magic, Misfits, and Finding Your Place: Exploring "The Last Hope School for Magical Delinquents" with Nicki Pau Preto
Discover how The Last Hope School for Magical Delinquents explores belonging, resilience, and second chances through Vin’s magical journey, with insights from author Nicki Pau Preto.
Around the World in 3.14 Stops: A Traveller’s Guide to Pi Day
Celebrate Pi Day with a global twist! Math educator Ron Lancaster shares fun, family-friendly Pi Day activities inspired by his travels—from pie-themed cafés to creative math challenges that help students discover the magic of π in everyday life.
“Bea Mullins Takes a Shot”: A Hockey Story Written by Scientist and Debut Author Emily Deibert
Discover Bea Mullins Takes a Shot, a heartwarming middle-grade hockey story by debut author and astronomer Emily Deibert. In this exclusive interview, Deibert shares the inspiration behind Bea’s journey of friendship, confidence, and taking risks on and off the ice.
Spring Forward with plumTeacher: Countdown to March Break with Teacher Reading Picks
plumTeacher Weekend returns February 26 to March 1, 2026. Discover exclusive in store educator perks from Indigo and explore favourite #TeacherPicks recommended by Joanne Sallay and the Teachers on Call team, just in time for March Break.
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