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Andrew Varga’s Debut Novel Named as Finalist in 2024 Forest of Reading

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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The winner of the award will be announced at the Forest of Reading Festival in Toronto, Ontario in May.

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  • The winner of the award will be announced at the Forest of Reading Festival in Toronto, Ontario in May.
  • Forest of Reading selects Canadian titles for children to read and vote for in Canada.
  • Andrew Varga's selection as a Finalist acknowledges his captivating storytelling and dedication to inspiring young minds.
  • “My children all attended public school in Ontario, so I know how many talented authors and incredible books are part of the Forest of Reading.

Minister Rodriguez announces reappointment of Leslie Weir as Librarian and Archivist of Canada

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023
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Leslie Weir was first appointed as Librarian and Archivist of Canada in 2019.

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  • Leslie Weir was first appointed as Librarian and Archivist of Canada in 2019.
  • GATINEAU, QC, March 15, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Minister of Canadian Heritage Pablo Rodriguez announced the reappointment of Leslie Weir as Librarian and Archivist of Canada for a four-year term, effective August 30, 2023.
  • Since her first appointment in August 2019, Leslie Weir has led Library and Archives Canada through a series of exceptional challenges and major initiatives.
  • She previously worked at the National Library of Canada, Statistics Canada Library and Côte St. Luc Public Library in Montréal.