Discover the 2025 Governor General's Literary Awards Finalists

"The books selected as 2025 Governor General's Literary Awards finalists motivate readers of all ages to dream, discover and immerse themselves in captivating stories. Each of these literary works offers distinct perspectives on Canada and the world with the power to deepen connections between people, build communities and imagine a better future for all. The Canada Council for the Arts is honoured to celebrate the unique Canadian voices represented in these incredible literary works." — Michelle Chawla, Director and CEO, Canada Council for the Arts

OTTAWA, ON, 21/10/2025 (informazione.news - comunicati stampa - editoria e media)

Following a rigorous process, the peer assessment committees convened by the Canada Council have selected 70 books published in Canada over the last year as the 2025 finalists.

Carol Bruneau , Bridget Canning , Conor Kerr
Tammy Armstrong , Katia Grubisic , Kevin Irie
 Kanika Ambrose, Sharon King-Campbell , Bruce McKay
Kevin Chong , Norma Dunning , Adrienne Gruber
 Wayne Arthurson, Susin Nielsen , Karen Rivers
Dawn Baker , Matthew Forsythe , Bridget George
Bilal Hashmi, Dimitri Nasrallah

Daniel Grenier , Ayavi Lake, Sophie Létourneau
Chantal Ringuet , Patrick Roy , Ouanessa Younsi
Jean-Philippe Baril Guérard, Pénélope Bourque, Émilie Monnet
Marie-Pier Lafontaine , Guylaine Massoutre, Melchior Mbonimpa
Lula Carballo , Mathieu Fortin , François Gilbert
Katia Canciani , Lyne Gareau, Samuel Parent
Arianne Des Rochers , Émilie Laramée, Paul Ruban

The 14 winning books will be announced on November 6, 2025 . For more information, visit: ggbooks.ca.

The Canada Council for the Arts mandate is to foster and promote the study and enjoyment of, and the production of works in, the arts. Through its grants, services, prizes, initiatives, and payments, the Canada Council supports a dynamic and diverse arts and literary scene. These activities generate a meaningful economic, cultural and social impact for over 2,000 communities in all parts of the country and beyond. The investments and leadership of the Council help advance public engagement in the arts from coast to coast to coast while also contributing to the international recognition of artists and arts organizations from Canada. 

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