INDIGO ANNOUNCES ITS BEST BOOKS OF 2021
The Strangers by Katherena Vermette named Indigo’s Book of the Year
Toronto, ON (October 14, 2021) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), today announced its list of the Best Books of 2021, led by The Strangers by Katherena Vermette, an urgent and unputdownable book about intergenerational trauma from one of Canada’s most esteemed Indigenous writers. ...
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Indigo Love of Reading Foundation launches 12th annual Adopt a School program to enrich elementary school libraries
Following a difficult pandemic year, more than 150 high-needs schools across Canada will benefit from this grassroots fundraiser as students return to the classroom.
Toronto, ON (September 8, 2021) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to announce the 2021 launch of the Adopt a School program, now in its 12th year supporting children’s literacy. From September 13 to October 3, Indigo, Chapters and Coles stores will unite with communities across Canada to fundraise for 153 high-needs elementary school libraries, with 100 per cent of funds donated directly to the schools. ...
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INDIGO COMMITS TO NET-ZERO EMISSIONS BY 2035
Toronto, ON (April 6, 2021) – Today, Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading book and lifestyle retailer, has announced its commitment to have net-zero emissions by 2035. Last year the Company kicked off “Write The Future – Indigo Sustainability Initiative,” with a full assessment of its operational carbon footprint and a number of immediately implementable actions. ...
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INDIGO ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL PROACTIVE SAFETY MEASURES TO PROTECT THE HEALTH OF ITS EMPLOYEES
As Indigo’s top priority remains on the health and safety of its employees, the Company has implemented numerous protocols including:
- Participation in the Employer Antigen Screening Pilot in its distribution centres
- Paid sick leave and sick days for all employees during the pandemic
- Retained the services of a corporate medical director to review all COVID-19 health and safety protocols
Toronto, ON (February 8, 2021) – Indigo (TSX: IDG) Canada’s leading book and lifestyle retailer, today announced additional measures to further protect the health of its employees against COVID-19. Since January 20th, 2021, Indigo has been participating in the Employer Antigen Screening Pilot, a voluntary eight-week program being led by the Ontario Ministry of Health, with support from partner ministries, Public Health Ontario and Ontario Health. ...
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INDIGO LAUNCHES NEW ‘WELL SAID’ PODCAST ON THE ART AND SCIENCE OF LIVING WELL
Available today, the first episode of Well Said features world-renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Sanjay Gupta in
conversation with Indigo CEO Heather Reisman on the importance of brain health
Toronto, ON (January 27, 2021) – Indigo (TSX: IDG) is excited to announce the launch of Well Said, an all-new
podcast that connects listeners to the trusted voices in wellness to help them live with purpose and intention.
Hosted by Indigo CEO and Chief Booklover Heather Reisman and journalist Shivani Persad, Well Said invites
listeners into meaningful conversations about the art and science of living well. ...
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INDIGO LAUNCHES BUY ONLINE FREE PICKUP IN STORE IN AS LITTLE AS THREE HOURS
Now, holiday shoppers can conveniently shop online at indigo.ca and enjoy free same-day pickup at their store of choice with Indigo’s new time-saving service
Toronto, ON (December 4, 2020) – Indigo (TSX: IDG) is excited to now offer customers the option to shop online at indigo.ca and enjoy free same-day pickup in store in as little as three hours. ...
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INDIGO UNVEILS ITS TOP GIFTS OF THE YEAR
With inspiring gifts and best-in-class shopping solutions, Indigo is here to make the holiday season merry
and bright for Canadians.
Toronto, ON (October 28, 2020) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store, is thrilled
to share its top gifts of the year to make holiday shopping and gift-giving a joyful experience. With the best gifts and shopping solutions, Indigo is helping Canadians get holiday-ready like never before. ...
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Indigo Announces Its Top Kids Gifts for 2020
Toronto, ON (October 8, 2020) - Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers, is thrilled to share its picks for the best kids’ gifts of 2020. From inspiring books by celebrated children’s authors to the latest must-have LEGO sets, each gift is thoughtfully curated by Indigo’s expert buyers for kids of all ages. ...
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INDIGO ANNOUNCES ITS BEST BOOKS OF 2020
The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett named Indigo’s Book of the Year
Toronto, ON (October 15, 2020) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers, today announced its list of the Best Books of 2020, with bestseller and critically acclaimed The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett earning the number one spot. ...
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Indigo Partners with Instacart to Provide Customers Same-Day Delivery
Partnership brings rapid delivery of top books, toys, decor and gifts to Indigo customers across the Greater Toronto Area, with coast to coast service coming later this month.
Toronto, ON (October 1, 2020) — Today, Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX:IDG) announced a partnership with Instacart to provide same-day delivery to their customers in Canada. ...
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From Page to Screen: Two-Thirds of Canadians Say the Best Television Shows and Movies are Based on Books
Ipsos and Indigo explore the reading habits of Canadians aged 18-70 and find that books make some of the best stories for film and TV, with most Canadians waiting to watch the movie to read the book first.
Toronto, ON (September 22, 2020) — A new Ipsos poll, conducted on behalf of Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX:IDG), reveals the power of books and their influence on popular culture, with two-thirds of Canadians stating the best TV shows and movies are based on books. ...
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INDIGO LAUNCHES EXCLUSIVE NEW HOME BRAND OUI
This Fall marks Chief Creative Officer Nathan Williams’ first full product collection for Indigo, including the exciting new launch of OUI
Toronto, ON (August 31, 2020) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store, is excited to unveil its exclusive new home brand OUI™, led by Nathan Williams, Chief Creative Officer for Indigo and Founder of Kinfolk magazine. Inspired by the natural world and contemporary art, OUI is a new collection of home décor, tabletop and wellness products. ...
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INDIGO JOINS CANADA UNITED TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES AND ACCELERATE SMALL BUSINESS RECOVERY
Created by RBC in collaboration with the national network of Chambers of Commerce and over 50 corporate partners, Indigo to support local businesses as part of the nationwide movement
Toronto, ON (July 22, 2020) - Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX: IDG) announced today it is joining Canada United, a national movement to support local businesses in communities across the country. As part of the movement, RBC has brought together more than 50 of Canada’s leading brands, Business Associations and the national Chamber network to rally Canadians to “show local some love” by buying, dining and shopping local.
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Survey finds that Canadians consider books to be among their most favourite gifts to give and receive
An Ipsos survey commissioned by Indigo Books & Music found that 2/3 Canadians would like to receive a book this holiday season, and nearly 3/4 of Canadians gift books as a way to connect with their recipient.
TORONTO, ON (December 11, 2019) – According to an independent survey commissioned by Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers, books are among the top five favourite gifts to receive and to give...
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Thoughtfull, a New Online Gifting Plaform, Plans to Transform How Canadians Gift
TORONTO, ON (November 12, 2019) – Thoughtfull™, a new online gifting platform created by Indigo Books & Music Inc.
(TSX: IDG), announced its beta launch today. Aiming to transform the way in which Canadians discover and select gifts, Thoughtfull is the first marketplace of its kind to provide curated gift recommendations based on how the gift giver wants their recipient to feel, along with their interests. ...
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SURVEY FINDS THAT CANADIAN ADULTS SPEND AN AVERAGE OF SIX
HOURS PER WEEK READING A BOOK
Ipsos and Indigo explore the reading habits of Canadians aged 18-70 and finds that they are dedicated readers who incorporate books into their daily routines.
TORONTO, ON (November 1, 2019) – According to an Ipsos survey commissioned by Indigo Books & Music Inc.
(TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers and Canada’s largest book retailer, Canadian adult readers report that they spend an average of six hours per week reading at least one book, with 34% reading two or more at a time. ...
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INDIGO ANNOUNCES ITS PICKS FOR THE BEST BOOKS OF 2019
Empire of Wild by Canada’s own Cherie Dimaline named Indigo’s Book of the Year for 2019
TORONTO, ON (October 24, 2019) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers, is thrilled to announce its list of the Best Books of 2019, led by Cherie Dimaline’s stunning novel, Empire of Wild. ...
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NEW INDIGOBABY CONCEPT OPENS AT INDIGO CF SHERWAY GARDENS
TORONTO, ON (October 2, 2019) CNW/ – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world's first Cultural Department Store® for booklovers, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new Indigobaby shop located at Indigo CF Sherway Gardens in Toronto, Ontario. Following the successful launch of the Indigobaby Gift Registry earlier this year, Indigo is now launching this new concept as the ultimate destination for expectant parents and gift givers of newborns. ...
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INDIGO LAUNCHES PLUM PLUS, A NEW MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM THAT OFFERS CANADIANS MORE REWARDS THAN EVER
TORONTO, ON (September 25, 2019) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first Cultural Department Store® for booklovers, today announced its new membership program, plum® PLUS, launching nationally this week. plum PLUS rewards customers with an immediate discount on eligible products and the ability to earn points on almost every dollar spent at over 200 Indigo, Chapters, Indigospirit and Coles stores across Canada, as well as at indigo.ca. ...
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Indigo Announces its Best Kids' Gifts for 2019
From books by beloved childhood stars Lois, Sharon and Bram, to the latest STEM toys, Indigo’s top gifts will sure to please every big kid and little kid this holiday season.
TORONTO, ON (September 18, 2019) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers, is delighted to unveil its picks for the best kids’ gifts of 2019. Curated by Indigo’s expert buyers, this year’s top toys and books offer endless hours of play, make learning fun and exciting, and spark imagination and creativity. ...
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Indigo Love of Reading Foundation launches 11th annual Adopt a School program, aiming to raise one book for every student
182 high-needs elementary schools across Canada will benefit from this grassroots fundraiser
TORONTO, ON (September 12, 2019) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of its 2019 Adopt a School program, now in its 11th year supporting children’s literacy. From September 14 to October 6, 2019, Indigo, Chapters and Coles stores, together with their communities, will fundraise for local high-needs Canadian elementary school libraries, with 100% of funds donated directly to the schools. ...
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INDIGO ANNOUNCES three NEW BOOK Clubs
Indigo fosters community of booklovers with three monthly book clubs: Heather’s Book Club, Cookbook Club, and the BFF Book Club
TORONTO, ON (July 2, 2019) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers, is pleased to announce three books clubs now available at Indigo: Heather’s Book Club, Cookbook Club and the BFF Book Club. ...
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INDIGO AND RAKUTEN KOBO ANNOUNCE A NEW AUDIOBOOK PARTNERSHIP
Rakuten Kobo and Indigo partner to bring Canadians the books they want, in any format they choose.
TORONTO, ON (June 19, 2019) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX: IDG), the world��s first cultural department store for booklovers, is pleased to announce a new audiobook partnership with Rakuten Kobo, a global leader in digital reading. Indigo has expanded their existing eBook and eReader partnership with Kobo to bring Canadians books in even more formats, now including audiobooks. ...
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INDIGO LAUNCHES NEW BABY GIFT REGISTRY
TORONTO (May 16, 2019) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store, is excited to unveil the new Indigobaby Registry. To take the guesswork out of what expectant parents need for their new arrival, the Indigobaby Registry offers a curated selection of the top baby must-haves and the best baby brands. ...
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INDIGO ANNOUNCES EARLY ACCESS TO BLACK FRIDAY ONLINE DEALS FOR PLUM® MEMBERS
TORONTO (November 19, 2018) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store, is thrilled to announce
that for the first time ever, plum® members will receive early access to its Black Friday deals online at indigo.ca on
Monday, November 19 and Tuesday, November 20. Customers who are not currently signed up for Indigo’s loyalty program,
can visit indigo.ca to join plum® rewards to instantly receive early access to promotions. ...
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INDIGO ANNOUNCES THE GRAND OPENING OF ITS VANCOUVER FLAGSHIP
Indigo celebrates its return to Robson Street with a Grand Opening weekend of free events for the whole family.
Toronto, ON (November 1, 2018) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers and one
of Canada’s pre-eminent retailers, is delighted to announce the grand opening of Indigo’s new flagship store in
Vancouver, British Columbia. Located at 1033 Robson Street, the two-level, 29,000 square foot location marks the
company’s return to the globally renowned shopping district. A destination for the whole family, customers can look
forward to grand opening weekend events from November 3-4 including author signings, kids’ storytime, fun activities,
live music and more. ...
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Canadian Retailer Indigo Opens First US Store At The Mall At Short Hills In New Jersey
Indigo hosts its Grand Opening celebrations this weekend with free events for the whole family.
Toronto, ON (Oct 25, 2018) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store, announces today the official opening of its first United States location at The Mall at Short Hills in New Jersey. The 30,000square foot store is dedicated to inspiring, informing and indulging the community with a rich assortment of books, exclusive in-house designed lifestyle products, beautiful gifts, and toys, all carefully sourced to enrich the lives of its customers. ...
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Indigo
Announces the Best Books of 2018
Educated by Tara Westover named Indigo’s Book of the Year for 2018.
Toronto, ON (October 15, 2018) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural
department store for booklovers, is delighted to announce its list of the Best Books of 2018, led by
Tara Westover’s powerful memoir, Educated. Indigo’s expert booksellers scour the shelves and read
thousands of books released throughout the year, before deliberating and hand selecting their
favourite. ...
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Indigo
Unveils its Top Kids Books and Toys for Holiday 2018
From must-read books to the hottest games and exclusive toys, Indigo helps
gift-givers be holiday heroes with items kids really want.
Toronto, ON (September 24, 2018) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store, today released its list of the Top Kids Books and Toys for the holiday season. To help early-bird shoppers plan their holiday lists and be the holiday hero, Indigo’s team of expert buyers have curated their picks of the hottest toys of the season. ...
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Indigo
Love of Reading Foundation Launches 10th Annual Adopt A School Program
This year, over 600 Canadian High-Needs Elementary Schools will benefit from this local fundraiser.
Toronto, ON (September 14, 2018) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to launch its annual Adopt a School program running from 10th year, Adopt a School connects Indigo employees, high-needs elementary schools and their communities to fundraise locally and raise awareness about the underfunding of public Canadian elementary school libraries. ...
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LOOK
TO INDIGO THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WHERE EVERY GIFT TELLS A STORY
With three weeks left in December, there’s still time to check every gift off
holiday lists at Indigo and indigo.ca
Toronto, ON (December 8, 2017) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store, is
thrilled to share its top gift picks this season to make holiday shopping stress-free and joyful. From
the season’s most anticipated books to exclusive, beautifully-designed lifestyle products, this year’s
holiday collection encapsulates Indigo’s belief that 'every gift tells a story.'...
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Indigo
Names the Best Books of 2017
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas named Indigo’s Book of the Year for 2017.
TORONTO, ON (October 26, 2017) – the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers, is
delighted to announce its list of the Best Books of 2017, led by Angie Thomas’ The Hate U Give.
Each year, Indigo's expert booksellers read thousands of books and deliberate for hours to decide which
books they think are the year’s best...
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Be the Hero this Holiday Season with the Top Gifts Kids Want
IndigoKids has it all this holiday, from must-read books to the hottest toys and
games,
and specialty brands like American Girl®, PAW Patrol, and so much more.
TORONTO, ON (September 19, 2017) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for
booklovers, invites gift-givers from coast-to-coast to ‘be the hero this holiday’ with its premiere
list of top gifts that kids really want this season.
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Indigo Invites Canadians to #AlwaysBeReading and #ExperienceIndigo
TORONTO, ON (February 15, 2017) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store, is
inviting Canadians to join their #AlwaysBeReading movement. From building empathy and reducing stress,
to inspiring the fulfillment of goals and boosting brain power, the benefits of reading are endless.
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Be “Your
Best Self” in 2017 with the Best Books from Indigo
TORONTO, ON (January 4, 2017) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for
booklovers, is thrilled to welcome 2017 with the best books to embrace “Your Best Self.” Live well, do
well and be well in the New Year with a vast selection of inspiring memoirs, wholesome cookbooks,
essential fitness guides, and empathy-building fiction...
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Indigo’s
Last Minute Gift Guide
Make it Merry for Everyone on your List
TORONTO, ON (December 19, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for
booklovers, is thrilled to present its Last Minute Gift Guide. In the guide, find the best books from
from Heather’s Holiday Picks list, and gifts at every price.
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Indigo Announces the Best Books of 2016
Zoe Whittall’s The Best Kind of People named the Book of the Year at
Indigo for 2016
TORONTO, ON (October 25, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for
booklovers, is delighted to announce its highly anticipated list of Best Books of 2016...
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Indigo Announces the Top 10 Kids’ Books and Toys of the 2016 Holiday Season
Make it merry for every kid on your holiday list with the most in-demand books and
toys – all available at Indigo and indigo.ca, at fantastic prices.
TORONTO, ON (September 30, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store, is
pleased to present the top 10 must-have books and toys of the 2016 holiday season. To help early-bird
shoppers cut through the clutter and plan their holiday lists, Indigo’s team of in-house experts has
identified the most covetable gifts that kids want most...
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Indigo Launches
RECO, the Definitive Book Recommendation App Built by and for Booklovers
Indigo’s newest stand-alone, free iOS app lets users discover, share, capture, and
discuss great books.
Toronto, ON (July 20, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), is pleased to announce the launch of RECO, the first
iOS mobile application that provides users with access to a global community of friends and influencers
to discover, share, capture, and discuss books through an easy-to-use and beautifully designed mobile
experience...
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Get it First at Indigo: Harry Potter and The Cursed Child Parts I and II
The magic is back: Indigo is Harry Potter headquarters for the upcoming launch of
the eighth story on July 31st!
Toronto, ON (June 2, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG) is thrilled to once again declare its place as Harry
Potter headquarters in Canada for the upcoming launch of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts
One and Two on July 31st, 2016...
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Indigo
is Canada’s Headquarters for the Upcoming Launch of Harry Potter and The Cursed Child Parts I and
II
Canadian fans of the Harry Potter phenomenon will celebrate the July 31st launch
of the highly anticipated 8th installment at Indigo and Chapters locations, nationally. Pre-order
is available now at indigo.ca and on in-store kiosks.
Toronto, ON (March 2, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, gifts, toys, ideas
and inspiration, is delighted to welcome back Harry Potter with the release of the eighth story in the
series, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Parts I and II, available in-store and online on
July 31st, 2016...
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Indigospirit
to Open in Downtown Vancouver on January 29th, 2016
New small-format Indigospirit offers customers the best in books, paper and gifts.
Toronto, ON (January 18, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, toys, lifestyle,
ideas,
and inspiration, is pleased to announce the opening of their new 5,000 square foot Indigospirit
location at
810/816 Granville Street in downtown Vancouver on January 29th, 2016...
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January
Events at Indigo Books & Music
Toronto, ON (January 2016) – From bestselling authors to the most anticipated holiday releases, Indigo
and Chapters stores across Canada are thrilled to announce the following free and exclusive events in
January...
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IndigoKids Announces the Top 10 Kids' Books and Toys for the 2015 Holiday Season
IndigoKids is poised to please this holiday season with thrilling reads, exciting
new toys and best-in-class brands
Toronto, ON (October 28, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada's leading retailer of books, edutainment,
toys, lifestyle, ideas, and inspiration, is delighted to announce its top 10 list of children’s books
and toys for the 2015 holiday season...
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Indigo
Names the Best Books of 2015
The Girl on the Train named Best Book of the Year at Indigo for 2015.
Toronto, ON (October 6, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of ideas and inspiration,
is delighted to announce its Best Books of 2015...
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Indigo
Launches New Campaign: Make It An Indigo Weekend
Indigo launches new fall marketing campaign on September 10th, 2015.
Toronto, ON (Sept 9, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada's largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer
is delighted to announce its fall marketing campaign, Make it an Indigo Weekend...
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Indigo
Releases its List of Top Fall Books
Canada’s leading book retailer announces its Top Fall Books for 2015.
TORONTO, ON (August 31, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s largest book, gift and specialty toy
retailer, is delighted to announce its list of Top Fall Books. Indigo Book Experts have culled through
hundreds of titles to pick their favourites for the season...
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Indigo
Welcomes Jessica Alba’s The Honest Company to its Lifstyle Assortment
The Honest Company launches today at Indigo.ca, bringing affordable and
eco-friendly products to Canadian families from coast-to-coast.
TORONTO, ON (August 17, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, toys, lifestyle,
ideas and inspiration, is thrilled to announce that The Honest Company will join its lifestyle
assortment. Thirty-four of The Honest Company’s most popular products launched today on indigo.ca...
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Indigo Launches Like2Buy on its Instagram Feed, Making it Easier for Canadians to shop
On-The-Go
Indigo customers can now shop the company’s Instagram feed.
TORONTO, ON (July 23, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, toys, lifestyle,
ideas and inspiration, is delighted to announce the launch of Like2Buy on July 23rd, 2015. This new
platform makes it easy for Canadians to shop the @chaptersindigo Instagram feed. Indigo is one of the
first Canadian brands to use the platform...
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Indigo
Prepares for One of the Biggest Literary Moments of the Year:
The Release of Harper Lee’s Go Set A Watchman
TORONTO, ON (July 13, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer,
is pleased to announce that Harper Lee’s second novel, Go Set a Watchman, will be
available for sale at all Indigo, Chapters and Coles locations on July 14th, 2015...
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Indigo
Announces Their Top 10 Summer Books
Canada’s leading book retailer releases comprehensive list of their Top 10 Books
for Summer 2015.
TORONTO, ON (June 2, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer
is delighted to announce their Top 10 Summer Books. Each title on the list has been handpicked by the
experts at Indigo to offer Canadians the very best in books. ...
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Indigo
Announces Plans for Significant Revitalization and Rebranding of Selected Key Stores
Beginning in Summer 2015, some Indigo and Chapters locations in British Columbia,
Alberta and Ontario are undergoing transformations.
TORONTO, ON (May 11, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, toys, lifestyle,
ideas and inspiration, is delighted to announce the renovation and reinvigoration of key store
locations across the country beginning in Summer 2015...
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Indigo
Named Top Canadian Retail Employer Brand, Sixth Overall
TORONTO, ON (April 23, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer
is delighted to be named the top Canadian retail employer brand, number six overall, according to the
annual award given by Randstad Canada, a staffing, recruitment and HR company...
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Indigo Love of Reading Foundation Announces Winning Books of Top Ten Titles Campaign
The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation will donate more than 220 sets of the Top
Ten Titles to schools across Canada, plus one nominated school will receive a $10,000 donation.
TORONTO, ON (March 9, 2015) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is delighted to announce the results
of its Top Ten Titles campaign, an initiative that called upon Canadians during the month of
February to select the children’s books that most inspired their love of reading...
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Indigo
Names the Best Books of 2014
Selects The Oh She Glows Cookbook by Angela
Liddon as Book of the Year
TORONTO, ON (October 21, 2014) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of ideas and
inspiration, is pleased to announce its 10 Best Books of 2014. Indigo’s expert team of
booksellers poured over more than 10,000 titles released this year...
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Indigo
Announces Best Books of 2013 Indigo Book Experts Make Gift Giving Easy This Holiday Season
TORONTO, ON (October 31, 2013) – With the holiday season approaching, Indigo, Canada’s leading purveyor
of ideas and inspiration (TSX: IDG), is pleased to announce its Top 13 Books of 2013...
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Indigokids
Unveils Top Kids’ Toys for Holiday 2013
20 Unforgettable Toys That Will Make Play Time Imaginative, Rewarding and Fun
TORONTO, ON (October 30, 2013) – Indigo, Canada’s leading specialty retailer for kid’s gifts, is pleased
to announce its Top Toys of 2013 list for kids featuring an incredible selection of unique toys that
will ignite imagination and discovery in kids of all ages...
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Indigo
to Launch Two American Girl® Concept Stores in Canada
First Ever International American Girl Boutiques to Open in Spring 2014
TORONTO, ON (October 29, 2013) – Indigo (TSX: IDG) is pleased to announce the exclusive launch of the
American Girl brand, a division of Mattel, Inc., in Canada via two experiential store-in-store
boutiques...
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Indigo brings design
to the desk with colourful workstyle brand, Poppin
New York-Based Brand Poppin Launches Exclusively at Indigo Books & Music
TORONTO, ON (July 25, 2013) – Indigo Books & Music Inc (TSX: IDG), Canada’s largest purveyor of
ideas and inspiration is pleased to announce the exclusive Canadian retail launch of Poppin, a
colourful New York-based office supply brand...
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Indigo
Launches Black Friday, Cyber Monday Savings to Kick Off Holidays
One-Stop Holiday Shop Wraps Up Great Deals on Books, Gifts and Toys
TORONTO, ON (November 22, 2012) – Indigo, Chapters and Coles stores are hosting their firsteverstorewide
‘Buy Three Get the Fourth Free’ savings event from Thursday, November 22nd toSunday, November 25th to
help Holiday shoppers enjoy incredible value on great gifts in everycategory...
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Kobo Arc Now
Available at Indigo
The Perfect Gift from Canada’s One Stop Magical Holiday Shop
TORONTO, ON (November 16, 2012) – Indigo, Canada’s largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer
announces the arrival of the Kobo Arc $199.99 (16G) and $249.99 (32G) and $299.99 (64GB)...
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Indigo Adds
Nexus 7 to Tablet Collection for Holidays
Acclaimed Tablet from Google Now Available at Indigo and Chapters
TORONTO, ON (November 7, 2012) – The new 32GB Nexus 7 tablet ($269.99) now available at Indigo and
Chapters stores nationally and online at indigo.ca, is a full-fledged Android™ tablet built by ASUS to
offer the best Google experience...
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Indigo Announces
Best Books of 2012
Must-Have Books Revealed by Canada’s One Stop Magical Holiday Shop
TORONTO, ON (November 5, 2012) – Today, Indigo announced a curated list of their 25 not-to-be-missed
books for 2012....
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Kobo
Glo™ and Kobo Mini™ Now Available at Indigo
Introducing the Best eReaders, Evolved
TORONTO, ON (October 1, 2012) – Indigo, Canada’s largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer announces
the arrival of two exciting new Kobo eReaders, the Kobo Glo™ ($129.99) and Kobo Mini™ ($79.99), at
Indigo, Chapters and Coles stores nationally and online...
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Indigo
Celebrates Two Sweet Milestones with plum rewards
plum rewards Wins 2012 COLLOQUY Loyalty Award and Five Million Members
TORONTO, ON (September 13, 2012) – Indigo is proud to be recognized by its industry peers and the
millions of Canadians who have joined their free, points-based loyalty program, plum rewards...
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Indigo
Announces Best Books of 2011
Bookseller’s List Offers Easy Gift Inspiration for Holiday Shoppers
TORONTO, ON (November 30, 2011) – Today, Indigo announces the best books of 2011 with lists of top
titles in Fiction, Non-Fiction, Teens and Kids books...
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Kobo
Vox™ Colour eReader Now Available at Indigo
New eReader Connects Readers with Books and Digital Lifestyle in Vivid Colour
TORONTO, ON (November 2, 2011) – Today, the all new KOBO VOX™ Colour eReader ($199) is available at all
Indigo, Chapters and Coles stores and online at indigo.ca....
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Kobo
Vox™ Colour Now Available for Pre-Order at Indigo
More than an eReader, the new Kobo Vox Colour offers Books, Magazine, Movies, TV
Shows, Music, Apps, Games, Web Browsing and More
TORONTO, ON (October 19, 2011) – KOBO, Canada’s contender in eReading with over 5 million users
globally, enters its most colourful chapter yet with the October 28th launch of the KOBO VOX™ Colour,
the first colour device built on open Android™...
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The
Indigo online experience: refined and refreshed
In time for the holidays, indigo.ca brings more joy to online shopping and fresh
ways for Canadians to connect
TORONTO, ON (October 5, 2011) – With a click of a mouse, Indigo’s online shopping experience is now more
inspiring for Canadians...
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Kobo
Brings Books to Life with Kobo Pulse™
Kobo Expands Reading Life, Leads eBook Integration with Facebook
TORONTO, ON (September 27, 2011) – Kobo, a global leader in eReading with 4.9 million users worldwide,
today announced Kobo Pulse™, expanding its social platform – Reading Life – and its leadership in
social eReading...
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Indigo
Q3 Revenue Up 14%
Digital Business Grows Rapidly
TORONTO, ON (February 8, 2011) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX: IDG), Canada’s largest book, gift
and specialty toy retailer reported a 14% growth in revenue for its third quarter ending January 1,
2011...
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Indigo
Helps Make Holiday Giving Happier
IndigoGiftSOS Twitter Feed Offers Help for Holiday Shoppers
TORONTO, ON (December 8, 2010) – Indigo, Chapters, Coles and chapters.indigo.ca offer great gift ideas
at every time of the year and now they have smart tips and tools for holiday shoppers to enjoy
stress-free shopping...
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Indigo
Unwraps the Best Books of 2010
Happy Giving Simplified with Indigo’s Selection of the Year’s Best Books
TORONTO, ON (December 2, 2010) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. is delighted to announce the year’s top
ten titles in the Indigo Best of 2010 List as considered, debated and selected by their buyers from
thousands of titles released in the past 12 months...
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Indigo
rolls out more shops, toysand deals for holiday shoppers
Gift Shopping is Easy at Indigo with Thousands of New Toys
TORONTO, ON (November 04, 2010) – Indigo becomes the country’s largest specialty toy retailer with the
expansion of Indigo Kids shops at Indigo and Chapters stores across Canada, and the addition of more
than 4,000 toys online at chapters.indigo.ca...
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Indigo
Announces Pre-Order for New Kobo Wireless eReader
Canada’s eReading Destination Hails Kobo’s WiFi, Speed, Functionality and Great New
Colours
TORONTO, ON (September 29, 2010) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. (IDG), today announced the forthcoming
launch of the new KOBO wireless eReader. Beginning today, September 29th, 2010, customers can reserve
their device for immediate delivery upon launch in mid-October by pre-ordering directly from the
website...
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Indigo
Recommends Reading List to Celebrate Summer
TORONTO, ON (June 21, 2010) – The Best Summer Reading List featured at Indigo and Chapters Inc. (IDG),
stores nationally highlights a diverse cross-section of new, notable and classic titles chosen by
Indigo’s book buying team...
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Indigo
Announces the Booklover’s Best of the Decade
Canadian Book Buying Team Compiles List of Books that Made a Difference
TORONTO, ON (December 29, 2009) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. (IDG), reveals the 75 books that most
impacted booklovers during the past ten years in the Canadian retailer’s first Best of the Decade
List...
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Indigo
Spins Off Shortcovers to Launch Kobo
New Investors Include Borders Group, Inc. (US), Cheung Kong Holdings (Hong Kong),
and REDGroup Retail (Australia)
TORONTO, ON (December 15, 2009) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. (IDG), Canada’s largest book retailer,
announced today the transfer of all the assets of Shortcovers, its digital reading initiative, into a
new company, Kobo (www.kobobooks.com)...
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Indigo, Corus and Kids Can Press Team Up To Raise Funds For Literacy
Book Retailer, Media Company and a Squirrel Launch National Awareness Campaign
TORONTO, ON (September 30, 2009) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. today joins efforts with Corus
Entertainment’s Kids Can Press to raise awareness and funds to help put books back into the hands of
less privileged Canadian children through the Indigo Love of ReadingFoundation...
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Indigo Hails the Fall Slate Of New Releases As "Most Exciting" In Years
Atwood, Brown, Munro, Irving form booklovers dream team for new releases
TORONTO, ON (September 14, 2009) – Indigo Books and Music Inc, Canada’s largest book retailer is excited
about the line-up of new releases set to kick off the season this week with an impressive selection of
inspirational and affordable entertainment atIndigo and Chapters stores nationally...
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Indigo and Chapters Stores Make Ideal Family Day Destination
Books, Toys and Games Offer Inspiration and Affordable Entertainment for the Whole
Family
TORONTO, ON (March 30, 2009) – Family Day will be observed on Monday, February 16th, 2009 and select Indigo and Chapters locations will remain open offering an affordable and inspiring entertainment option for families to mark the occasion together...
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