The Governor General’s Literary Awards are awarded annually to the best English-language and French-language books in each of seven categories – Fiction, Literary Non-Fiction, Poetry, Drama, Young People’s Literature (Text and Illustrated Books), and Translations.
This year’s winners and nominees are available in accessible formats at NNELS (login required): https://nnels.ca/relations/governor-generals-literary-awards
It’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and NNELS honours Survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities.
NNELS is committed to accessibility, equity, and amplifying Indigenous voices. Our collection includes accessible versions of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Reports and other essential works, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to learn, reflect, and act.
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Happy #GuideFriday, everyone! This week, we're featuring “The Central Role of Accessibility Leaders in Publishing” by Inclusive Publishing. This article emphasizes how appointing dedicated leaders in the publishing industry helps ensure content is born accessible, meets standards, and reaches a broader audience.
Read more at Inclusive Publishing: https://inclusivepublishing.org/blog/the-central-role-of-accessibility-leaders-in-publishing/
NNELS congratulates the winners of the 2025 Accessible Books Consortium International Excellence Awards:
Publisher Award: DADO Editorial Sensorial (Colombia)
Initiative Award: APACE Project (European Union)
These awards recognize global leadership in accessible publishing and a shared commitment to making books accessible to everyone. NNELS is excited to join in recognizing their impact!
NNELS is at the SaskAbilities Shaping Inclusive Communities Conference today! Stop by the NNELS booth to chat with us, learn more about accessible reading, and explore the resources we offer.
For more information about the conference, visit: https://75.saskabilities.ca/conference/
NNELS is attending the SaskAbilities Shaping Inclusive Communities Conference this September 5th and 6th!
Join us to chat about accessibility, inclusive library services, and the resources NNELS provides readers with print disabilities. We’d love to connect and share ideas!
For more information about the conference, visit: https://75.saskabilities.ca/conference/
NNELS is excited to be part of the SaskAbilities Shaping Inclusive Communities Conference on September 5–6! Connect with us to discover accessible reading options and learn how NNELS supports inclusive library services across Canada.
To learn more about the SaskAbilities Shaping Inclusive Communities Conference, visit: https://75.saskabilities.ca/conference/
The next NNELS Newsletter is on the way!
This issue, coming out tomorrow, highlights fantastic accessible books for readers with print disabilities, upcoming NNELS webinars for library staff and readers, and exciting job opportunities to join our team.
Don’t miss out on the latest news and resources from NNELS, subscribe today: https://secure.campaigner.com/CSB/Public/Form.aspx?fid=1414685
NNELS and CELA are partnering to make braille more available than ever! NNELS now offers:
📦 Embossed braille books shipped to you—for free!
🏛️ Grab-and-go braille titles for libraries—no cataloguing!
➡️ Request now
➡️ Build your own Little Free Braille Library
➡️ Help shape the future—give feedback!
Let’s put more braille in more hands across Canada. 💙
Learn more about the service: https://nnels.ca/embossed-braille-service
Or contact [email protected]
The National Network for Equitable Library Service (NNELS) is pleased to announce a cost-sharing partnership with CELA. This project, funded by the Government of Canada’s Equitable Access to Reading Program, provides an additional method of access to embossed braille for NNELS braille readers and libraries across Canada This service supports equitable access to reading
NNELS is closed for Canada Day, and we’re on the lookout for book recommendations! We'd love to learn about what you're reading this week.
NNELS readers, if you’re searching for a book to read today, you can browse our collection by genre: https://nnels.ca/browse-by-genre
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