Calls to ban books are on the rise in Canada. So is the opposition to any bans

As Canada marks the 40th anniversary of Freedom to Read Week, experts are highlighting the importance of students' being free to access books from a variety of perspectives and why schools must have (and stick to) clear policies when navigating book challenges that come their way. 

Calls to ban books are on the rise in Canada. So is the opposition to any bans
A collection of seven children's books are seen displayed on a table in a school library.

As Canada marks the 40th anniversary of Freedom to Read Week, experts are highlighting the importance of students' being free to access books from a variety of perspectives and why schools must have (and stick to) clear policies when navigating book challenges that come their way.