reading 4 Change
Reading 4 Change is a national initiative to raise awareness of poverty and contribute to the sustainability of the Canadian Poverty Institute. Read about poverty and share your insights with the world.
National Reading Day: October 17th
How It Works
1. Choose a short book or article related to poverty or social inequality. If you’re looking for something to read, check out some of our suggestions. From children’s books, to stories, to ideas …
2. Register below to be part of this year’s “Reading 4 Change” and become a Reader for Change.
3. Find 5 or more people who will sponsor you to read the book or article. Sponsors can provide any level of monetary support.*
4. Read the book or article. National reading day is October 17, the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. Read your book or article on or before October 17th and share on that date.
5. After reading, share your most important insights / learnings.
Report your insights to your sponsors
Share on the Reading for Change webpage
Post on social media #Reading4Change #IDEP2026
6. Follow up with sponsors to forward their donations.*
To make a donation click here.
Become a Reader for Change
* All donations are tax deductible and sponsors will receive a charitable donations receipt from Ambrose University. Charitable registration number 872804406RR0001