The Canadian School Book Exchange (CSBE) identifies surplus textbooks and teaching resources in schools across Canada, expertly reconditions them and resells them at SIGNIFICANT SAVINGS to schools who need the books. We are also a leading provider of discounted paperbacks and other bulk resources.
Let us help you stretch your textbook budget with our great bargains and surplus book management!
We now have a Vancouver office to serve our BC customers.
If you are in BC, please contact Wilf Middleton by email at wilf@csbe.net or by phone at 604-629-CSBE (2723) or toll-free at 1-888-710-CSBE (2723). Wilf brings many years of buying and selling expertise and will make your textbook buying and selling more convenient than ever.
We’ve got the books you need.
Our extensive network runs from coast to coast. Whether you are looking for a current title or an out-of-print book, WE WILL FIND IT FOR YOU! Use the convenient search at the top to find the books you need.
We also provide many new textbooks at academic prices — so let CSBE be your first source. PLUS shipping is free! (some conditions apply)
Our “Wanted” Service
Our efficient online system features a very comprehensive catalogue and lets you issue requests for out-of-print titles or books that are difficult to find. We’ll leave no stone unturned to locate the books you want.
Manage Your Surplus Books
Please let CSBE know about all your surplus textbooks using the convenient search above. We'll do the rest of the work to find a new home for your books and generate great cash/credit for your school or department. CSBE pays for ALL shipping and repairs to make your books saleable to other schools across Canada.
School Administrators & Textbook Buyers
Sign up as a POWER USER – which offers additional account management features to make the book-buying process a breeze for you. See all your schools ordering and surplus activities.
Independent Schools or Night Schools:
We also offer comprehensive professional textbook management services to independent schools. We let students order books online, so it frees up school staff time, money and space — and best of all, our services are AT NO COST TO YOU!
We will handle ALL the hassles and headaches while ensuring students get the books they need. Find out more...
Our Guarantee
All books are carefully inspected, cleaned and reconditioned, and expertly rebound where necessary. If for some reason, a book does not meet your expectations, all reconditioned and most new books come with a 30-day return policy. Find out more...
For more information, please contact us.