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Announcement
Virtual Interview Rooms
Book these quiet, welcoming spaces at North York Central Library and Malvern Branch to participate in virtual job interviews.
Service Update
Switch to Libby
Learn how to sync your account and saved lists before the OverDrive app retires on May 1.
Online Services
Do-It-Yourself
Discover how to repair automobiles and electronics, self-publish a book, or complete legal forms.
Booklist
Read Indigenous
Discover some of our must-read titles for all ages by Indigenous writers and illustrators.
Teens
Create & share
The deadline to submit art and writing to our Young Voices Magazine is March 27th.
Program
Albert and Clara Lahmer Memorial Lecture
Join us in person for a look at children's literature from a book reviewer's point of view.
Kids
New & Noteworthy Picture Books
What's new in our collection? Our children's librarians share their recommendations.
Booklist
Semaine de la Francophonie
Voici une sélection d'œuvres francophones récentes pour souligner la Semaine de la Francophonie.
Books
Art & Culture
2023 Oscars Reading List
Read the books that inspired the movies nominated for the 95th Academy Awards.
Upcoming programs
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RETOLD: A Musical Performance Event - Livestream
Thu Mar 23, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: OnlineInspired by three acclaimed short stories by award winning Canadian author Mavis Gallant, Canada's most exciting musical minds have created an imaginative triptych of short original musicals premiering at Toronto Reference Li...
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Plato's Republic: An Overview
Thu Mar 23, 2023 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Toronto Reference LibraryThe Republic by Plato (375 BCE) is a series of discussions between Socrates and Plato?s two cousins. Over the course of the book, Socrates defines the just city under the rule of the just Philosopher Kings. He questions a wid...
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Networking Event for Entrepreneurs and Innovators
Thu Mar 23, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: North York Central LibraryGet ready to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and innovators. This is an opportunity to network, share experiences and ideas, and have a fun evening! Danny Brennan, Toronto Business Development Centre (TBDC), will...
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News
City Librarian's Report: March 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.
New Bookbag for Kids
Pick one up today at your local branch before they’re gone. Available at all our branches for $2 each.
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.
Support TPL’s highest priority needs
Big or small, every donation makes a difference and has an impact on the nearly 70% of Torontonians who rely on the Library.
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.