The Reading Room
August 2026
Over the last thirty years, Canadians have had to face their country’s attempt to destroy its Indigenous populations. Part memoir, part investigation, Oblivious tells the story of a Jewish girl from Saskatoon who grew up in a society so segregated that she failed to notice for decades.
Describes the unexpected events, from fistfights and acts of disorder to controversies and errors, that have marked the history of Canada’s Parliament. Highlights the unpredictable nature of human behaviour – especially among legislators.
nêhiyaw educator ᑳᐯᓵᑳᐢᑌᐠ reuben quinn uses the spirit marker writing system as a foundation for teaching ᓀᐦᐃᔭᐁᐧᐃᐧᐣ nêhiyawewin (Plains Cree). Each spirit marker holds a law that is meant to guide us in ways that support us in life.
Blending storytelling, research, and practical tools, Currie argues that confidence isn't fearlessness, that discomfort is your greatest ally, and explains how to unlearn the rules that were never designed for you.
This biography of Silcox, born in Moose Jaw to a Dust Bowl preacher, showcases a champion of Canadian art through his life and efforts to elevate artists from home around the world.
Tens of thousands of Canadians have fought defending other nations or oppressed peoples. The authors explore what drove people to fight abroad and the legal and political legacies that followed them home.
Details First Nations’ ancient history of agriculture and the impacts of federal and provincial policy on their agricultural practices during the century following the signing of Treaty 1.
Cannabis historian Kaplan goes behind the scenes of Justin Trudeau's legalization plan and speaks with those who made and then lost money during the massive societal change of legalization.
Twelve journalists from around the world, including Canada, probe their home countries’ complex relationship with the United States — and how this has swerved under the current administration.
The authors propose that AI can transform public services and sets out a roadmap for adoption in the public sector. Examples include predictive healthcare and real-time transport systems.
A guide full of strategies that include how to cultivate a growth mindset about bias, unlearn colorblindness and practice color consciousness, talk to kids about race and racism, and bring others along for the journey.
Follows the thread of a single commodity from West Indian plantations to Newfoundland, Quebec, and the West, revealing rum as a critical lubricant of the social life of early Canada and its version of capitalism.
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