TORONTO, August 23, 2023 - For 25 years Indigo has been its customers’ self-declared "Happy Place", acommunity haven of joyful discovery. Today, the company has announced they are taking this concept one step further by opening the doors this fall to a radically different 16,000 ft2 shopping experience.
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...
Toronto, ON (September 14, 2021) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s largest book and lifestyle retailer, is thrilled to announce the finalists for its inaugural Mini Marché program, a shop-in-shop experience dedicated to supporting Canadian small businesses...
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...
Since its launch in 2004, the Foundation has committed over $33 million to more than 3,000 high-needs schools across Canada, impacting over 1,000,000 children.
Toronto, ON (June 15, 2021) – This past year, the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation provided more than $1 million through its annual Literacy Fund Grant to 30 high-needs elementary schools across Canada to ensure children had access to books during COVID-19...
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...
As Indigo’s top priority remains on the health and safety of its employees, the Company has implemented numerous protocols including:
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...
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...
Applications now open: Indigo invites local small businesses with kids and baby products to apply now.
Toronto, ON (January 18, 2021) - Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s largest book and lifestyle retailer, is thrilled to announce the launch of Mini Marché. This curated ‘shop-in-shop’ experience is dedicated to supporting small and local Canadian businesses within the IndigoKids and IndigoBaby departments...
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...
Toronto, November 19, 2020 /CNW/ – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world's first cultural department store for booklovers, is excited to announce its Black Friday deals, running from November 19th until December 1st at indigo.ca and stores across the country, exclusively for its plum members...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
INDIGO TO DONATE 1% OF CHILDREN’S BOOK SALES TO CHILDREN IN NEED THROUGH THE INDIGO LOVE OF READING FOUNDATION Buy a book, change a life: with every children’s book purchased at Indigo, Canadians are helping to put books into the hands of children in high-needs communities.
Toronto, ON (July 27, 2020) - Today Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX: IDG) has pledged to donate 1% of the annual net proceeds from the sale of every children’s book purchased at Indigo to supporting children in high-needs communities across Canada...
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...
Toronto, ON (April 15, 2020) – Today the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation committed $1 million in books and educational resources to support Canadian children in high-needs communities during the COVID-19 pandemic...
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...
Each year, the Foundation’s grassroots Adopt a School fundraiser unites Indigo stores and local communities to raise funds for high-needs elementary school libraries.
Toronto, ON (November 4, 2019) - The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is thrilled to announce a commitment of $733,000 for books to Canadian high-needs elementary schools as a result of the 2019 Adopt a School program...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Toronto, ON (May 30, 2019) – This week, 30 high-needs elementary schools across Canada learned that they would benefit from the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation’s annual $1.5 million in Literacy Fund grants. Indigo, Chapters and Coles stores across the country hosted community celebrations at their local grant school, where they revealed the grant amount and honoured the school’s achievements and dedication to literacy...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Toronto, ON (May 25, 2018) – Earlier this month, 30 high-needs elementary schools across Canada learned that they would benefit from the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation’s annual $1.5 million Literacy Fund grant. For the first time ever, Indigo stores across the country united with grant recipient schools to host community celebrations to honour the school’s achievements and the opportunities this grant presents...
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.'...
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...
The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation commits $1 million to high-needs elementary schools across the country through its annual grassroots fundraiser Adopt a School.
Toronto, ON (October 20, 2017) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to announce the results of its 2017 Adopt a School program...
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...
Toronto, ON (September 15, 2017) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of its 2017 Adopt a School program from September 16 to October 8, celebrating its ninth year of raising books for high-needs school libraries and supporting children’s literacy in Canada...
Toronto, ON (June 2, 2017) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers, is delighted to kick off its Canada 150 celebrations with the launch of its brand new coffee table book The World Needs More Canada. Also launching today is Indigo’s list of Top 10 Canadian books of all time...
Toronto, ON (May 26, 2017) – Yesterday, 30 Canadian high-needs elementary schools across the country learned they are the 2017 recipients of the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation’s annual Literacy Fund grants...
In a new documentary launching today, leading literacy foundation reveals depth of literacy crisis in Canadian schools – and presents a path forward.
Toronto, ON (May 18, 2017) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation has launched Read Between the Lines, a 35-minute documentary which shines light on the chronic underfunding of high-needs elementary school libraries in Canada...
Toronto, ON (April 27, 2017) – (TSX: IDG) – Indigo, the world’s first cultural department store, is delighted to be named the top Canadian retail employer brand and the fourth favoured brand overall in Canada according to Randstad...
Toronto, ON (April 21, 2017) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada's leading purveyor of books, gifts, toys, ideas and inspiration, is delighted to celebrate Canada Book Day with readers across the country on April 23rd, 2017.
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...
Toronto, ON (February 2, 2017) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers, is pleased to announce that Mindshare Canada has been named as their new Media Agency of Record...
Toronto, ON (January 16, 2017) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), today announced they`ve signed a long term commitment to lease with Allied Properties REIT and RioCan REIT for the relocation of their Corporate Home Office to an exciting mixed-use development currently under construction at King Portland Centre, located at 602-620/642 King Street West, Toronto...
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...
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...
Toronto, ON (November 15, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store, is thrilled to “Make it Merry” for Canadians this holiday season...
Toronto, ON (November 1, 2016) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to announce the results of its national Adopt a School grassroots fundraiser...
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...
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...
Toronto, ON (September 15, 2016) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of its annual Adopt a School grassroots fundraiser. Running September 18th through October 9th, this three-week program brings together Indigo employees, customers and communities to raise funds in support of local high-needs elementary school libraries...
Toronto, ON (September 13, 2016) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store for booklovers, is pleased to celebrate 20 years on Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX)...
Toronto, ON (August 25, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the world’s first cultural department store, is pleased to announce Saturday release dates of four major upcoming Canadian titles...
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...
Toronto, ON (July 4, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), the exclusive retailer of American Girl in Canada, is delighted to make it easier than ever for fans across the country to purchase the iconic dolls from home with ease...
Indigo launches #ReadtheNorth to celebrate Canadian authors and literature.
Toronto, ON (June 29, 2016) – To celebrate Canada’s incredible writing talent, Indigo (TSX: IDG) is thrilled to launch a movement called #ReadtheNorth...
Dive into the diverse world of Indigenous literature this June at Indigo and indigo.ca.
Toronto, ON (June 7, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG) invites Canadians of all ages to celebrate National Aboriginal History Month this June by reading books written by Indigenous authors or on the subject of Indigenous affairs...
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...
Toronto, ON (May 25, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, gifts, toys, ideas and inspiration, is delighted to announce the opening of its new Indigo location at CF Sherway Gardens...
Toronto, ON (May 11, 2016) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is thrilled to announce the recipients of its 2016 Love of Reading Literacy Grant. Twenty-five high-needs elementary schools across Canada will benefit from the Foundation’s $1.5 million annual grant commitment...
Toronto, ON (May 5, 2016) – (TSX: IDG) – Indigo, Canada's largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer is delighted to be named the top Canadian retail employer brand, number 4 overall, according to Randstad Canada...
Toronto, ON (April 20, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, gifts, toys, ideas and inspiration, invites Canadians from coast-to-coast to celebrate Canada Book Day on April 23rd, 2016...
Keep kids engaged and entertained all Spring Break long, with books and events from IndigoKids!
Toronto, ON (March 2, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, gifts, toys, ideas and inspiration is delighted to unveil its ultimate Spring Break Escape Reading Guide...
Toronto, ON (February 16, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, gifts, toys, ideas and inspiration, is delighted to announce the launch of its IndigoKids Facebook page on February 16, 2016...
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...
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...
Toronto, ON (January 14, 2016) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada's largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer, is pleased to announce its best book picks for optimal health and wellness...
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...
Toronto, ON (December 16, 2015) – With just a few weeks left in December, Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, toys, home décor, ideas and inspiration, is thrilled to present its list of outstanding last minute gifts for Canadians of all ages...
Toronto, ON (November 2, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), is delighted to announce the expansion of two key Alberta locations this November. Chapters Chinook Centre in Calgary and Chapters West Edmonton Mall will each increase in size by more than 5,200 square feet...
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...
Annual giving campaign awards 81,000 new books to high needs elementary schools across Canada.
Toronto, ON (October 28, 2015) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to announce the results of its 2015 Indigo Adopt a School program with a record 81,000 new books donated to high needs elementary schools, up from 61,000 in 2014...
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...
Canada’s leading book retailer announces October 6th, 2015 will mark the release date of 11 can’t-miss kids and teen titles.
Toronto, ON (September 23, 2015) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer, is delighted to announce October 6th as the biggest release day of 2015 for children and teen titles...
Annual giving campaign aims to put a book in the hand of every child.
Toronto, ON (September 17, 2015) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of its 2015 Adopt a School program, celebrating its seventh year supporting children’s literacy in Canada...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Toronto, ON (February 20, 2015) – In the ten-year history of the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation Indigo has donated more in cash to the Foundation than it has earned from books sold to the Love of Reading schools...
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...
Winners of the Adopt & Don’t Stop 10th LOR Anniversary $10,000 Giveaway Announced.
Toronto, ON (October 9, 2014) – Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to announce the Adopt a School fundraising results for 2014, running Sept. 14 to Oct. 4. Indigo, Chapters and Coles stores across Canada "adopted" public elementary schools...
Adopt a School Celebrates Sixth Anniversary: Challenges Schools Across Canada to Engage their Communities for a Chance to Win an Additional $10,000.
Toronto, ON (September 12, 2014) – Indigo (TSX: IDG) The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of its Adopt a School program, celebrating its sixth anniversary this year...
Toronto, ON (September 23, 2014) – Indigo (TSX: IDG) is delighted to announce the grand opening of an American Girl specialty boutique at Chapters Ottawa on Rideau Street on Saturday, October 11. The launch of the new 1450-square-foot location will...
Indigo Love of Reading Foundation announces 2014 Literacy Fund recipients, donating $1.5 Million to 20 high-needs Canadian elementary schools.
Toronto, ON (May 28, 2014) – During the past 10 years, more than 1.5 million books have made their way into the hands of children through the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation...
Grand Opening Events Announced and VIP Shopping Event Contest Launched.
Toronto, ON (April 2, 2014) - Indigo (TSX: IDG) is delighted to announce the grand opening of American Girl specialty boutiques at Indigo Toronto in the Yorkdale Shopping Centre and Chapters Vancouver on Robson Street on Saturday, May 3. The launch of the new 1800-square-foot locations will mark the first international retail presence for the iconic brand...
Toronto, ON (December 11, 2013) – Just in time for the holidays, Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, toys, home décor, ideas and inspiration is delighted to announce its last minute gift guide including: Heather’s Holiday Book Picks, Top Kid’s Toys and 101 Gift Ideas...
Toronto, ON (November 28, 2013) – Indigo (TSX: IDG), Canada’s leading purveyor of books, toys, lifestyle, ideas and inspiration is delighted to announce its Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals...
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...
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...
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...
Adopt a School Celebrates Fifth Anniversary and $1.5 Million Raised, 138,000 Books Donated to 350,000 Students.
Toronto, ON (September 17, 2013) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of its Adopt a School program, celebrating its fifth anniversary this year...
Pre-order the kobo arc 10HD, kobo arc 7HD, kobo arc 7 tablets and the kobo aura eReader at Indigo, Chapters, Coles, and inidigo.ca.
Toronto, ON (August 28, 2013) – Indigo Books & Music Inc (TSX: IDG), Indigo Books & Music, Canada’s largest book and specialty lifestyle retailer is pleased to announce the fall collection of Kobo eReaders and tablets...
Toronto, ON (June 25, 2013) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX: IDG), Canada’s largest purveyor of ideas and inspiration in book, gifts and specialty toys is pleased to announce the launch of APPLE® products at 40 Indigo iStore® locations across Canada, over the next six months...
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...
Indigo Love of Reading Foundation Commits Another $1.5 Million to 20 High-Needs Canadian Schools with 2013 Grant Announcement.
Toronto, ON (May 9, 2013) – The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation is proud to announce the 20 recipients of their 2013 Literacy Fund grant...
Toronto, ON (May 3, 2013) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. (TSX: IDG), Canada’s largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer is delighted to be named the top Canadian retail employer brand, number 6 overall, by Randstad Canada...
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...
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)...
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...
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....
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...
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...
Introducing the Best eReaders, Evolved.
Toronto, ON (September 6, 2012) – Indigo, Canada’s largest book, gift and specialty toy retailer announces the evolution of eReading with the pre-order launch of two exciting new KOBO EREADERS...
Toronto, ON (March 15, 2012) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. is proud to announce that the Kobo Vox™ Colour eReader is a winner with modern moms...
Bookseller’s List Offers Easy Gift Inspiration for Holiday Shoppers.
Toronto, ON (December 7, 2011) – Indigo, Chapters, Coles and the refreshed indigo.ca website make it easy for Canadians to navigate the year’s busiest shopping season...
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...
Starting Thursday shop at indigo.ca and in-store for great deals on Books, eReaders, Toys, and Holiday Gift, Décor and Entertaining Must Haves.
Toronto, ON (November 23, 2011) – Holiday shoppers eager to stretch their gift shopping budgets rejoice!...
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....
Thousands of Season’s Hottest Gifts In-Store, Online at Canada’s One Stop Holiday Shop.
Toronto, ON (November 1, 2011) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. is excited to unveil the best gifts of the season for kids, tweens and teens...
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™...
Canadians raise funds to benefit children’s literacy in third-annual fundraising program.
Toronto, ON (October 6, 2011) – 154 public school libraries nationally will get a fresh start this school year with 32,500 new books...
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...
Toronto, ON (October 4, 2011) – This fall Indigo Books & Music Inc. turns on free wi-fi for its rewards members offering another example of their ongoing commitment to provide best in class customer service and experiences that enrich the lives of their customers...
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...
Special Edition Gift Cards, Online School Adoptions and In-store Partnerships Aim to Contribute Close to 40,000 New Books.
Toronto, ON (September 12, 2011) – For many Canadians, "back to school" means back to books...
Toronto, ON (May 23, 2011) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. today announced the launch of the all new Kobo eReader Touch Edition by their majority held global eReading company, Kobo, Inc...
Toronto, ON (May 19, 2011) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. is delighted that Reading Life, Kobo’s industry leading social reading app has moved into the top rated position globally for eReading apps in the Apple iTunes App Store...
Toronto, ON (May 12, 2011) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. is pleased to announce updates to Kobo Inc.’s industry-leading eReading apps for iOS devices...
Toronto, ON (May 3, 2011) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. is delighted to announce that their majority owned Kobo Inc., a leader in global eReading, is set to launch the pre-release version of their highly anticipated social reading application today...
Pick of the crop: plum rewards offers personalized product recommendations, promotions and points on books and more.
Toronto, ON (April 6, 2011) – plum (n) 1. an excellent or desirable thing, 2. an unanticipated gain or unexpected legacy; (adj) 1. of reddish-purple colour, 2. choice, valuable, coveted...
Highly Anticipated Tablet Comes Pre-loaded with Kobo eReading Application.
Toronto, ON (April 1, 2011) — Indigo Books & Music has announced their pre-order launch of the new, highly anticipated BlackBerry® PlayBook™ tablet...
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...
Bookseller Embraces Social Media to Kick-start New Year Goals.
Toronto, ON (December 28, 2010) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. announces the Healthy New Year online event series to help Canadians kick-start their 2011 resolutions...
Gift SOS and Other Tools Ease Holiday Shopping Stress.
Toronto, ON (December 21, 2010) – Indigo Books & Music Inc. offers great gift ideas at every time of the year...
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...
Toronto, ON (December 6, 2010) – The Kobo WiFi eReader is the season’s most sought after holiday gift at Indigo, Chapters and Coles stores, and online at chapters.indigo.ca...
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...
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...
Second Annual Adopt a School fundraising program raises $323,744.
Toronto, ON (October 5, 2010) – The bookshelves at 155 public school libraries across Canada will now receive a much needed boost in books through the second annual Indigo Love of Reading Foundation Adopt a School program...
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...
Toronto, ON (June 11, 2010) – The buyers at Indigo Books & Music Inc. (IDG), have compiled a comprehensive G-20 Essential Reading List to offer Canadians a better understanding of the issues and discussions shaping the global economic summit being hosted in Toronto, Canada later this month...
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...
New Grants Provide Another $1.5 Million to 20 Elementary Schools Across Canada.
Toronto, ON (May 27, 2010) The Indigo Love of Reading Foundation announced today $1.5 million in grants to 20 high-needs elementary schools across the country. Indigo Love of Reading Foundation Tops $9 Million in Support of Children’s Literacy...
Toronto, ON (May 25, 2010) - Indigo Books & Music Inc. is pleased to announce the roll out of its national plastic bag reduction program in all its stores across Canada...
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...
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)...
Holiday Gift Selector and Addition of Online Debit Card Payment Streamline Experience.
Toronto, ON (November 30, 2009) – This Holiday season, Indigo Books & Music Inc. is helping consumers find incredibly great gifts at incredibly great prices...
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 Reading Foundation...
Toronto, ON (September 18, 2009) – Three iconic Canadian brands are joining forces to offer consumers an exciting opportunity to save more when they shop with them this fall...
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...
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...
Canadian Twilight Headquarters Hosts Midnight DVD Release Events Nationally.
Toronto, ON (February 19, 2009) – Followers of Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight Saga flocked to the theatres when Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattison hit the big screen in December 2008 as Bella and Edward...
Reading List and Indigo Online Community Group Designed to Enhance Skills.
Toronto, ON (January 30, 2009) – Canadians looking to sharpen their skills in the midst of challenging economic times can find the tools online at chapters.indigo.ca with the new Indigo MBA...