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Canada Reads

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4 Seasons

16 Episodes

Returning Series

About

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.

Cast

Christian Allaire

as Self

Tareq Hadhad

as Self

Ali Hassan

as Host

Mark Tewksbury

as Self

Malia Baker

as Self

Suzanne Simard

as Self

Seasons

Season 19

4 episodes2019

Season 20

4 episodes2020

Five books enter the debate ring, but only one will emerge the winner of Canada Reads 2020. Ali Hassan hosts this year's battle of the books, which is themed: One book to bring Canada into focus.

Season 21

4 episodes2021

Welcome to the great Canadian book debate! Five champions each choose a book by a Canadian writer that they believe the entire country should read. After four days of debates, one book will be declared the winner of Canada Reads.

Season 22

4 episodes2022

In these days of isolation, the books debate show explores stories that inspire readers to reflect on community and who we are in the world we live in. Over four days, five Canada Reads champions will bring their diverse perspectives to this year's theme: One Book to Connect Us.

Episodes

Season 19

Canada Reads 2019: Day One

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 2019: Day Two

Mar 26, 2019

Only four books left on the Canada Reads bookshelf. Which title will be voted off next?

Canada Reads 2019: Day Three

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?

Canada Reads 2019: FINALE

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?

Where does Canada Reads rank today?

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About Canada Reads

Canada Reads Cast and Characters

The cast features Christian Allaire (as Self), Tareq Hadhad (as Self), Ali Hassan (as Host), Mark Tewksbury (as Self), and Malia Baker (as Self). Their performances are a major reason Canada Reads has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Canada Reads

Canada Reads flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

Frequently Asked Questions about Canada Reads

Where can I watch Canada Reads online for free?

You can watch Canada Reads online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.

How many episodes does Canada Reads have?

Canada Reads has 16 episodes across 4 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.

Is Canada Reads good? What's the rating?

Canada Reads holds a 0.0/10 rating based on 0 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of Canada Reads?

The main cast includes Christian Allaire, Tareq Hadhad, Ali Hassan, and Mark Tewksbury, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Canada Reads available in English?

Yes — Canada Reads was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

Do I need an account to watch Canada Reads on Bowood.TV?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Canada Reads for free?

You can watch Canada Reads online for free on Bowood.TV. All 16 episodes across 4 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.

How many seasons and episodes does Canada Reads have?

Canada Reads currently has 4 seasons and a total of 16 episodes. The series status is "Returning Series", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.

What is Canada Reads about?

In which language is Canada Reads originally available?

Canada Reads was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was Canada Reads first released?

Canada Reads is currently available to stream on Bowood.TV. Visit the show page for the latest episode and air-date information.