This article was submitted by Romain Fleury, Directeur Général, Presse Commerce:
Munro’s bookstore, a long-time chain member of Presse Commerce, has been ranked third best bookstore store in the world by National Geographic’s book “Destination of a lifetime”.

Founded in 1963 by Jim and Alice Munro, Munro’s bookstore has been one of the most popular attractions in Victoria, British Colombia. Their great success comes from its staff members and the 30,000 books offered. The neoclassical look of the former bank gives the store a unique look. Visitors come from around the world to take a look of this so-called “magnificent” bookstore.

In 2013, half a century after the foundation, Alice Munro won the Nobel price in literature, which gave the bookstore a world-class popularity. Since then, Jim and Alice Munro have retired and handed over to four staff members.

Mags & Fags in Ottawa is also a destination store that has been granted the ultimate award for a newsstand: Magazines Canada Retailer of the year! Christa and Charlene have decided to change the name to The Gifted Type, many renovations but the same passion for magazines, gift cards, books and newspapers.

Can newsstand be creative?  Atlantic Newsin Halifax is preparing “surprise bag”. The relationship with Michelle Gerard is so close with her customers that they are following her blindly!

In Saskatoon and Winnipeg, no doubt that McNally Robinson is more than a newsstand. Of course they are one of the largest independent bookstores, but also a restaurant, a book club, a venue, a classroom and surely a real exceptional shopping experience!

All across Canada theses little gem stores exist thanks is to their knowledgeable and passionate staff and the great quality of the Canadian publishing community.