Dear Canada: Why Reading Matters to Kids

Since 2004, the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation has been dedicated to putting books in the hands of children in high-needs communities across Canada. But we can’t do it alone; that’s why we’re calling on Canadian students, teachers, and parents to write a letter to their local officials saying why books matter to you.

To write a great letter:

Address your letter to your local MPP / MLA / MNA; share your name, where you’re from, your local school, and (if you’re a student) your grade
Share why reading matters to you, and why all Canadian students need great books
Suggest one thing that our government leaders can do to help
Once you’re done, mail your letter to your local government leader!

Write a Letter

Here are some ideas:
– Why reading matters?
– Why schools need great books?
– What government leaders can do to help?

Letter template (PDF)

Send it to your elected official

Take support to the next level – mail a copy of your letter to your elected official to share why reading matters to you!

Find your MP or MPP

Want your letter to be featured?

We’ll be spotlighting select submissions on social media and in Indigo, Chapters, and Coles stores to showcase the power of Canada’s literacy movement. This is optional!

Submit your letter