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Booklist
The List: Great Reads for Youth
Browse 100 fantastic YA books that will make you laugh, cry, reflect, debate, celebrate and grow.
Online Services
Career Cruising
Research different career profiles to match your skills and explore educational requirements.
Program
Get Your Green Thumb On
From houseplants to vegetables, make the most of your flora with tips from Toronto Master Gardeners.
Program
Music Technology Discussion Series
Explore the evolution of music through the lens of digital technologies with composer Jason Cullimore.
Booklist
Jewish Heritage Month
Check out recommended reads that celebrate the rich diversity of Jewish culture and history.
Special Collections
Plants to Avoid in Sci-Fi Books
Read our blog post about dangerous flora and fauna in six science fiction and fantasy books.
Program
Raising Confident Kids
Discover practical parenting tips and strategies in this series of online workshops.
Booklist
Lectures recommandées
Des lectures épatantes vous attendent dans cette sélection de livres nouveaux et récents.
Books
Digital Library Services
Find Crafting Inspiration
Check out magazines, videos, courses and books on crafting and get inspired for your next project.
Upcoming programs
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Celebrate Asian Heritage
During Asian Heritage Month and all year round, participate in a variety of free programs and explore new reading lists for all ages that honour the diversity of Asian heritage and culture.
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Two Chinese Home Cooks: Asian Heritage Month
Wed May 31, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Northern DistrictLOCAL HISTORY EVENING Sponsored by The Toronto Public Library and The North Toronto Historical Society Join Chef Leo Chan as he presents the stories of two Chinese men who worked for Canadian families in...
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Raising Confident Kids: Parenting with Emotional Intelligence
Wed May 31, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: OnlineEducational consultant, Dr. Nadine Ruzzier presents a webinar that explores strategies to strengthen the parent-child bond through intentional, positive behaviors and communication. This program is part of the Raising Confide...
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Camping 101 with Parks Canada
Wed May 31, 2023 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: RunnymedeLearn to camp with Parks Canada and Rouge National Park. Discover the basics of front country camping! Together, we explore how to safely try camping for the first time. We cover topics such as necessary equipment, wildlife c...
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News
City Librarian's Report: May 2023
Vickery summarizes key activities in support of the priorities outlined in our strategic plan.
Our Commitment to Intellectual Freedom
Find out what we’re doing to protect your intellectual freedom across our collections, programs and spaces.
Exhibit Showcases Street Posters from Toronto
Visit Post No Bills, a collection of rare street posters from the 1950s-1990s at Toronto Reference Library.
Special Library Board Statement
Our Library Board is committed to ensuring our branches remain welcoming and inclusive for everyone.
COVID-19 Information
All library branches are offering regular services and masks are optional but strongly recommended.
Digital Archive Ontario
Explore digital collections and library content for all Ontario residents.
Financial support from the Ontario government is gratefully acknowledged.
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Land Acknowledgement Statement
Toronto Public Library is situated on Indigenous land and Dish with One Spoon territory. This is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Wendat, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Toronto Public Library gratefully acknowledges these Indigenous Nations for their guardianship of this land. More information.