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There are two key organizations in Canada that develop technology and standards, compile and use statistical information, and provide key data about the Canadian book industry. They also work one various initiative towards helping Canadians easily discover Canadian-authored titles. Here’s a bit more information on these two organizations;
“BookNet Canada’s services and research help companies promote and sell books, streamline workflows, and analyze and adapt to a rapidly changing market. BookNet Canada sets technology standards and educates organizations about how to apply them, performs market research, and tracks 85% of all English-language Canadian print book sales through BNC SalesData.” (https://www.booknetcanada.ca/about-us)
“And the Société de gestion de la Banque de titres de langue française (BTLF) Management Company’ mission is to help improve the marketing of French-language publishing products in Canada and Quebec; promote the promotion and encourage the marketing of French-language Canadian and Quebec publishing products abroad; and to encourage and foster communication and collaboration between publishers, booksellers, distributors, librarians and other participants in the book industry.”
Taste Canada aims to continue to work together with industry stakeholders, building on the collective efforts of the identification and promotion of Canadian-authored books.
Next time you are looking for a book, look for the red maple leaf marker, and buy Canadian!
