On Civil Society

We are in the midst of tremendous political upheaval around the world. The rise of extremism and nationalist rhetoric presents a serious test to the democratic values that open societies stand on. On Civil Society explores these complex issues through the lenses of democracy, the media, wellness, urbanism, equality, security and more.

Upcoming Events

• Borrow-an-Issue: Gun Violence in Toronto

  Wed Feb 26, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  Location: Eatonville

  Toronto is a complex city with equally complex issues. It can be hard to know where to start when you're trying to understand it all. Borrow-an-Issue is a new program from the Toronto Public Library to help library users bett...

• Critical Thinking for Challenging Times

  Wed Feb 26, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  Location: Malvern

  Trump's rise to the American presidency has contributed greatly to our challenging times. This interactive presentation explores the need for critical thinking and media literacy. Join presenter Angelo Bolotta, aut...

• Shout! Artwear: Social and civic engagement through art and design

  Thu Feb 27, 2020 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
  Location: Woodview Park

  Tackle social and civic issues through the lens of an artist. Channel your creative energy and passions through art and design in this 1 hour drop-in session.

• Borrow-an-Issue: Precarious Housing in Toronto

  Thu Feb 27, 2020 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
  Location: Cedarbrae

  Finding safe, affordable housing in Toronto is getting harder than ever. Why is this happening? Who is working on it? And is there anything that residents can do to help address it? Join us and community partners f...

• Borrow-an-Issue: Gun Violence in Toronto

  Thu Feb 27, 2020 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  Location: S. Walter Stewart

  Toronto is a complex city with equally complex issues. It can be hard to know where to start when you're trying to understand it all. 'Borrow-an-Issue' is a new program from the Toronto Public Library to help library users be...

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  Letter from City Librarian Vickery Bowles

  On Civil Society: How libraries play a central role in the life of a city and a nation.