Upcoming Dates:
- Sat Apr 01
- Sat Apr 08
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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
Interactive History Map
Explore our vintage photos and history books by picking a neighbourhood.
Booklist
National Indigenous Languages Day
Let's learn more about revitalization and preservation of Indigenous languages.
Teens
Youth Hubs
A welcoming place for teens after school, with helpful staff, daily activities, tech and snacks!
Special Collections
History of Puss in Boots
Read our blog post about this classic fairy tale (tail?) that's over 450 years old.
Booklist
Ramadan Books for Kids
Celebrate and learn more with these titles recommended by our children's librarians.
Online Services
Do-It-Yourself
Discover how to repair automobiles and electronics, self-publish a book, or complete legal forms.
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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An Accidental Book Reviewer
Thu Mar 30, 2023 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Lillian H. SmithJoin the Osborne Collection of Early Children's Books for our 19th Annual Albert and Clara Lahmer Memorial Lecture: An Accidental Book Reviewer, by Bernie Goedhart....
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Facilitated Self-Filing Tax Workshop
Thu Mar 30, 2023 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: RiverdaleLearn how to file your taxes online in this free, two-hour group workshop! Staff from North York Community House (NYCH) will support you as you file your 2022 tax return using software provided during this session....
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LOL - Improv for Wellness & Belonging
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Location: Northern DistrictLaughter is beneficial to the soul! This is for you if you already adore improv or if you've always wanted to but have been intimidated. Exploring the significance of presence, acceptance, teamwork, and humour is possible thr...
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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.
UNESCO recognizes Anderson Ruffin Abbott archive
Our archive for the first Canadian-born Black physician has been added to UNESCO’s Canada Memory of the World Register.
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.