Read By The Sea Sponsers

Our Sponsors & Community Partners

Celebrating the Organizations That Make Read by the Sea Possible

Read by the Sea is more than a literary festival—it’s a community-driven celebration of stories, creativity, and connection. Each year, our sponsors and partners help bring authors, readers, families, and aspiring writers together for a day of inspiration and learning.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the businesses, organizations, and community leaders whose generosity helps keep this event accessible and free for everyone.

Community Partners

Our community partners play a vital role in promoting literacy, supporting local culture, and helping us deliver meaningful programming throughout the festival.

  • Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library
  • Writers’ Federation of Nova Scotia
  • Editors’ Association of Atlantic Canada
  • Fantastic Grown-Up Book Fair
  • Municipality of Pictou County

Their dedication to education, arts, and community engagement helps strengthen the literary landscape across Nova Scotia.

Platinum Sponsors

Our Platinum Sponsors provide exceptional support that helps make Read by the Sea a reality.

  • Sunrise Brokerage & Sales Ltd.
  • Royal Canadian Legion Branch 108 River John

Their leadership and commitment to community development help ensure the festival continues to thrive and grow year after year.

Gold Sponsors

Our Gold Sponsors support local arts, literacy, and community events through their continued generosity.

  • Pink Lemonade Creative Media
  • Seacrest Electric
  • The Overstreet Café
  • Guardian Pharmacy – River John
  • Odd Fellows FLT

Their contributions help create memorable experiences for festival attendees while strengthening our local communities.

Silver Sponsors

Our Silver Sponsors play an important role in supporting festival operations, programming, and community outreach.

  • Winmill Electrical Refrigeration & Plumbing
  • Sean Fraser, MP
  • Derado’s Pizzeria & Donair
  • Lismore Farm

Their support helps us welcome readers, writers, and families from across the region.

Bronze Sponsors

Our Bronze Sponsors help ensure the festival remains accessible and welcoming to all.

  • River John Motor Company
  • Route 6 Auto
  • Kelly’s Pizza
  • Leetik Esso
  • Yac’s Café & Restaurant

We encourage festival attendees to support these local businesses that invest in the cultural life of our community.

Support Those Who Support the Arts

The success of Read by the Sea is made possible through the generosity of our sponsors, partners, volunteers, and attendees. We invite you to visit, shop, and connect with the organizations listed above throughout the year.

By supporting local businesses and community organizations, you’re helping to ensure that literary events, educational programs, and cultural experiences continue to flourish in River John and across Nova Scotia.

Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?

Read by the Sea welcomes sponsorship opportunities from businesses and organizations that value literacy, education, arts, and community engagement. Sponsorship packages are available at multiple levels and provide excellent opportunities to showcase your commitment to local culture and community development.

Together, we’re building a stronger literary community—one story at a time.

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