2021 Book Award Nominees

The 18 nominees for the 2021 Book Award, presented by Clifford Restoration, highlight the breadth and depth of Toronto’s heritage, covering topics from the recent #MeToo Movement, to the hidden beauty of Toronto’s laneways, to the natural heritage of Tommy Thompson Park. The book jury assesses nominees based on the following criteria:

Advocacy: Does the book pose or answer questions about the importance of heritage and its role in community building, and/or demonstrate a high level of commitment to heritage conservation and promotion?

Scholarship: Does the book contribute to the field of historical knowledge, draw on a diversity of sources, and provide appropriate acknowledgement of sources?

Education: Does the book engage the general public and provide a framework for understanding history and/or issues around heritage in Toronto?

Production Value: Does the book exhibit high quality in design, editing, illustration, and layout that effectively contributes to achieving excellence in advocacy, scholarship, and education?