Mar 25, 2019
The battle of the books begins! Join host Ali Hassan as five celebrated Canadians enter the ring with their books. This year's theme is One Book to Move You. Which title will be voted off the bookshelf first?
Canada Reads
Canada Reads is an annual "battle of the books" competition organized and broadcast by Canada's public broadcaster, the CBC. The program airs annually in two distinct editions, the English-language Canada Reads on CBC Radio One, and the French-language Le Combat des livres on Première Chaîne.
Season 19 Episodes
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Mar 26, 2019
Only four books left on the Canada Reads bookshelf. Which title will be voted off next?
Mar 27, 2019
Canada's annual book battle heats up as three champions fight to get their book to the finale. Which title will be eliminated on day three?
Mar 28, 2019
It's time for a showdown. With just two books left, the champions have a big decision to make - which title will be named the Canada Reads 2019 winner?
Season 19 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did Canada Reads Season 19 premiere?
Canada Reads Season 19 premiered on March 25, 2019.
How many episodes are in Canada Reads Season 19?
Canada Reads Season 19 has 4 episodes.
What is the first episode of Canada Reads Season 19?
The season opens with Season 19 Episode 1, "Canada Reads 2019: Day One". It aired on March 25, 2019.
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