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COVID-19 Impacts
We're excited to welcome more people back with increased capacity limits at our branches. Branches are currently closed on Sundays.
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eLearning
Brainfuse
Live, online homework help for kids, resume-writing help for adults, writing labs, virtual study rooms, test prep, and much more - all free!
Booklist
TIFF 2021: A Reading List
The 2021 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) takes place from September 9 to September 18. If you like to read the book to see how it compares to the film, get your TIFF 2021 reads here!
Program
Dean Jobb
Dean Jobb talks about his fascinating book, The Case of the Murderous Dr. Cream: The Hunt for a Victorian Era Serial Killer. Sep 15 at 7 pm.
Program
Moon Festival
Chef and Professor Leo Chan and Councillor Sandra Yeung Racco share the stories, joy and traditions of the Moon Festival. Sep 21 at 7 pm.
Teens
The List: Great Reads for Youth 2021
If you have run out of books to read we have 100 suggestions for you! Watch video reviews and download these books at home.
Special Collections
Vintage Educational Books
Discover "hand-held alphabets" and other educational books for children over the centuries.
Kids
Back to School Books
Our children's librarians recommend picture books about the classroom experience.
Kids
Govern Like a Girl
Author Kate Graham and former Premier of Ontario Kathleen Wynne discusses the inspiration, challenges, and successes of governing like a girl. Sep 16 at 1:30 pm.
Program
Natasha Brown
Natasha Brown discusses her novel Assembly, a story about the stories we live within – those of race and class, safety and freedom, winners and losers. Sep 17 at 12 pm.
Program
Sarah Schulman
Author Sarah Schulman discusses her book, Let the Record Show, and the rich legacy of lessons ACT UP bequeathed to today’s activists. Sep 22 at 7 pm.
Booklist
Photo Books for Kids
Many babies and kids love looking at books with real pictures. Our children's librarians have curated a list of great kids' books illustrated with photographs.
Books
The Buzz...About Books
2021 Scotiabank Giller Prize Longlist Announced
The 2021 Scotiabank Giller Prize Longlist was announced recently. Read the nominees!
Featured
Mandatory Vaccinations for TPL Employees
Along with the City of Toronto and other City agencies, we have adopted a mandatory vaccination policy for our employees.
COVID-19 Cases Update
Current status of confirmed COVID-19 cases reported to TPL and exposure protocols.
Try our grab & go bags
Borrow a curated bag of books, DVDs and/or CDs. All ages, all interests. Available at most branches.
Arthur Conan Doyle Collection
This year is the 50th anniversary of our world-renowned research collection devoted to the creator of Sherlock Holmes.
Live & online programs
Kids
Storytime at Home
Get ready for reading and for school! Watch our storytime videos featuring great books about the alphabet, counting and making friends.
Appel Salon
Imani Perry: Looking for Lorraine
In conversation with Ravi Jain, Imani Perry discusses her powerful biography of Lorraine Hansberry – a life full of creation, tragically cut short. Recorded Apr 16, 2019.
Appel Salon
Laurie Halse Anderson: Shout
Laurie Halse Anderson appears in conversation with Léonicka Valcius to discuss her writing, advocacy, and her 2019 memoir-in-verse, Shout. Recorded Oct 16, 2019.
Want to see what's coming up? Visit our programs page.
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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