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Services:
- books, audio books, DVDs, console video games, Chromebooks, iPads and wireless hotspots available to borrow with a library card
- loaner laptops and Chromebooks for in-library use
- downloadable eBooks, audiobooks and magazines
- online access to free, legal music downloads, movies and television series
- online courses in business, technology and creative skills via LinkedIn Learning
- Creativity Centre for scanning, editing, and converting photos and videos, and makerspace with hardware and software for creative photo, audio and video projects
- 3D Printer
- light therapy lamp available
- delivery of library material to qualified residents through Home Library Service
- winter and summer reading clubs
- children's programs for ages 6 months and up
- access to the library catalogue from the library web site
- free use of Internet workstations
- free wifi
- study rooms
- business, employment and newcomer services in partnership with other community groups
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
Services:
- books, CDs, audio books, CD-ROMs, DVDs, console video games, iPads and wireless hotspots available to borrow with a library card
- loaner laptops and Chromebooks for in-library use
- digital titles: downloadable eBooks, audiobooks and magazines
- online access to free, legal music downloads, movies and television series
- online courses in business, technology and creative skills via Lynda.com
- light therapy lamp available
- delivery of library material to qualified residents through Home Library Service
- winter and summer reading club
- children's programs for ages 6 months and up
- PA Day movies
- access to the library catalogue from the library web site
- free use of Internet workstations with word processing
- free wireless
- study rooms
- business, employment and newcomer services in partnership with other community groups
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
- After hours study space available at some branches
- Visiting Library Service for those unable to visit a branch
Adult Child Interactive Programs -- free program for all parents/caregivers with children birth-6 years, parent/caregiver required to attend with child
Educational sessions -- for various ages covering topics such as career, current technology such as 3-D printing, computer skills, book discussions, interest circles
Settlement services in partnership with community agencies -- Library Settlement Partnership Program, career and training sessions, commissioner of oaths, English conversation circles
Library services include:
- website
- information services
- lending of books, large print materials, video games and DVDs, government documents, audiobooks, energy meters, Conservation Halton Park passes and Ontario Parks Seasonal day-use permits
- lending of Cognitive Care Kits for individuals living with a cognitive impairment like dementia; contain up to ten unique, dementia-friendly activities such as games, workbooks, puzzles, and various prepared activities (appointment required)
- sports equipment lending
- downloadable digital audiobooks and e-books
- online electronic databases of full-text journals
- programs for adults, teens, and children from age 6 months and up
- public computers with Internet access and office applications
- free wireless connectivity
- Book Clubs for adults and teens
- business workshops offered in partnership with the Region of Halton
- information on regional, provincial and federal subjects which include: health and social services, housing registries, treatment centres, and government services and programs
- Region of Halton water testing drop-off site
The library catalogue is available on the web. Patrons can search, place and cancel holds, renew borrowed items and view their personal accounts. Check website for details
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
- information sessions requiring registration on a variety of topics introducing newcomers to life in Canada
- Commissioner of Oaths by appointment to take affidavits, certify true copies of original documents
- resource centre access to printed resources, telephone, computers, fax, printer, scanners and Internet
- settlement workers can help individually with filling forms or documents, preparing for citizenship tests or applications
For information on the Accelerating Career Advancement program for internationally trained individuals CLICK HERE
Services provided at itinerant sites in partner agencies and libraries across Peel Region
Office: 905-457-4747
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- information sessions requiring registration on a variety of topics introducing newcomers to life in Canada
- Commissioner of Oaths by appointment to take affidavits, certify true copies of original documents
- resource centre access to printed resources, telephone, computers, fax, printer, scanners and Internet
- settlement workers can help individually with filling forms or documents, preparing for citizenship tests or applications
For information on the Accelerating Career Advancement program for internationally trained individuals CLICK HERE
Services provided at itinerant sites in partner agencies and libraries across Peel Region
Check website or call before you go there.
This listing describes where to find free public access to computers, wireless Internet, scanners, fax, etc. in Milton.
FREE COMPUTER USE, FAX, SCANNER, etc.
Milton Public Library
For hours and locations see here
Both branches offer free use of computers with:
- Internet
- web-based e-mail
- Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- USB drive/flashdrive/memory stick ports
- printing and photocopying($0.20 per page black and white, $0.40 colour), free scanning of documents
- wireless Internet access and printing available at all 3 locations
Centre for Skills Development and Training (The), Ontario Employment Services, 550 Ontario Street South, Suite 208. For details see here
Free use of computers to those using for job search, training and education research, services include:
- computers with Internet
- web-based e-mail
- Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- CD/DVD drives
- USB drive/flashdrive/memory stick ports
- fax (sending only)
- free printing and photocopying (max. 20 sheets per day)
- scanner (scanned documents cannot be edited)
- use of phone (local and long-distance)
FEE-BASED COMPUTER USE, FAX, SCANNER, etc.
- many Canada Post postal outlets offer fax services
- most commercial office services stores offer internet use, word processing, etc. on a fee-for-use basis, and may have scanner and fax services
- most printing shops can print from a USB drive
- see Yellow Pages under "Copying and Duplicating Service"
FREE WIRELESS INTERNET (using own laptop/device)
- most of the city's arenas, city hall and recreation and community centres have free wireless access
- numerous commercial locations also offer free wireless to customers
Library services include:
- website
- information services
- lending of books, large print materials, video games and DVDs, government documents, audiobooks, energy meters, Conservation Halton Park passes and Ontario Parks Seasonal day-use permits
- lending of Cognitive Care Kits for individuals living with a cognitive impairment like dementia; contain up to ten unique, dementia-friendly activities such as games, workbooks, puzzles, and various prepared activities (appointment required)
- sports equipment lending
- downloadable digital audiobooks and e-books
- online electronic databases of full-text journals
- programs for adults, teens, and children from age 6 months and up
- public computers with Internet access and office applications
- free wireless connectivity
- Book Clubs for adults and teens
- information on regional, provincial and federal subjects which include: health and social services, housing registries, treatment centres, government services and programs
- exam proctoring
- Community Fridge: Library has partnered with 'Food for Life' to offer a community fridge at Beaty Branch location. Stocked with 'Good Food bags' from Food for Life, this community fridge aims to increase everyday access to good, nutritious food for our patrons, neighbours, and community members. Find the details here
The library catalogue is available online. Patrons can search, place and cancel holds, renew borrowed items and view their personal accounts. Check website for details.
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
Library services include:
- website
- information services
- lending of books, videos and DVDs, government documents, audiobooks, sports equipment
- downloadable digital audiobooks and e-books
- online electronic databases of full-text journals
- programs for adults, teens, and children from ages six months and up
- public computers with Internet access and office applications
- free wireless connectivity
- Book Clubs
- business workshops offered in partnership with the Region of Halton
- information on regional, provincial and federal subjects which include: health and social services, housing registries, treatment centres, and government services and programs
The library catalogue is available online. Patrons can search, place and cancel holds, renew borrowed items and view their personal accounts. Check website for details
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
Seniors:
Adult Day Programs for frail seniors and those with cognitive impairments (wheelchair accessible transportation available); nutritious meals and snacks ; social and recreational health and wellness programs ; seniors information directory.
The day program is open Mon-Thu for in-person visits maintaining physical distancing, wearing a mask, frequent hand washing/sanitization and daily COVID screener conducted. Telephone reassurance checks and zoom/virtual appointments provided.
Food Support:
food assistance for families experiencing a crisis; hampers of food and toys distributed at Christmas
COVID Update: All hampers will be delivered to recipient's porch.
Youth Programs:
In person (must be scheduled and adhere to social distancing, hand washing/sanitization and must wear a mask); telephone, text and zoom sessions also available during COVID.
New To You Store: sells gently-used clothing and small toys; open Mon-Sat.
BookEnds: sells gently read books (no magazines); open Tue-Sat.
Other services include:
- transportation services for eligible adults 16+ years of age
- free public internet access
- government forms and pamphlets
- fax, photocopying and laminating
- recreational information
- community outreach and support services
- access to other services and / or referrals including Canadian Mental Health Association, Rural Women's Support, Second Chance Employment, Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County, Immigration and Settlement Services, Probation and Parole Services
ServiceOntario Main Call Centre: 416-326-1234
ServiceOntario Main Call Centre: 1-800-267-8097
Health Cards: 1-888-376-5197
Driver and Vehicle: 1-800-387-3445
Visit Website
Driver and Vehicle
- vehicle permits and plates
- driver's licence renewals
- accessible parking permits
- copies of records
- product sales including information packages on specific used vehicles
- Ontario health card registration, renewal, replacement (lost, stolen or damaged) and change of name or address
- organ and tissue donor registration
- Ontario Photo Card provision, renewal or replacement
- fishing and hunting licences
- Outdoors Cards (ID cards which in most cases need to accompany licences)
- Outdoors Card Centre 1-800-387-7011
- commissioner of oaths
- authentication of documents
- birth, marriage and death certificates and registration searches
- information and forms for filings, payments
- library cards obtained through any branch
- all branches connected by online library catalogue
- Internet hotspots
- WiFi available
- electronic resources (research tools, eBooks, eAudiobooks)
Seniors:
Adult Day Programs for frail seniors and those with cognitive impairments (wheelchair accessible transportation available); nutritious meals and snacks ; social and recreational health and wellness programs ; seniors information directory.
The day program is open Mon-Thu for in-person visits maintaining physical distancing, wearing a mask, frequent hand washing/sanitization and daily COVID screener conducted. Telephone reassurance checks and zoom/virtual appointments provided.
Food Support:
food assistance for families experiencing a crisis; hampers of food and toys distributed at Christmas
COVID Update: All hampers will be delivered to recipient's porch.
Youth Programs:
In person (must be scheduled and adhere to social distancing, hand washing/sanitization and must wear a mask); telephone, text and zoom sessions also available during COVID.
New To You Store: sells gently-used clothing and small toys; open Mon-Sat.
BookEnds: sells gently read books (no magazines); open Tue-Sat.
Other services include:
- transportation services for eligible adults 16+ years of age
- free public internet access
- government forms and pamphlets
- fax, photocopying and laminating
- recreational information
- community outreach and support services
- access to other services and / or referrals including Canadian Mental Health Association, Rural Women's Support, Second Chance Employment, Legal Clinic of Guelph and Wellington County, Immigration and Settlement Services, Probation and Parole Services
- library cards obtained through any branch
- all branches connected by online library catalogue
- Internet hotspots
- WiFi available
- electronic resources (research tools, eBooks, eAudiobooks)
- information sessions requiring registration on a variety of topics introducing newcomers to life in Canada
- Commissioner of Oaths by appointment to take affidavits, certify true copies of original documents
- resource centre access to printed resources, telephone, computers, fax, printer, scanners and Internet
- settlement workers can help individually with filling forms or documents, preparing for citizenship tests or applications
- childminding available while using on-site services
For information on the Accelerating Career Advancement Program for internationally trained individuals CLICK HERE
Services provided at itinerant sites in partner agencies and libraries across Peel Region
Branch Locations
Educational sessions covering topics such as career, current technology such as 3-D printing
Homebound Services for those unable to visit a branch
Newcomer services -- career and training sessions, commissioner of oaths, interest circles for conversation
Office: 905-949-0049 ext 1266
Visit Website
- information sessions requiring registration on a variety of topics introducing newcomers to life in Canada
- Commissioner of Oaths by appointment to take affidavits, certify true copies of original documents
- resource centre access to printed resources, telephone, computers, fax, printer, scanners and Internet
- settlement workers can help individually with filling forms or documents, preparing for citizenship tests or applications
For information on the Accelerating Career Advancement Program for internationally trained individuals CLICK HERE
Services provided at itinerant sites in partner agencies and libraries across Peel Region
Community Support
- information and referral
- job search workshops, career counseling, public access computers
- EarlyON Child and Family Centre - see separate listing
- free walk-in legal clinic
- free dental clinics -- appointment required
- women's advocacy and supportive services
- form filling: help filling out citizenship or immigration sponsorship forms, social assistance and supportive housing applications or other documents
- settlement services
- translation/interpretation
- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry
- practical counselling to at-risk youth as well as other youth
- Homework Club for children in grades 1-8 tutored by supervised secondary school youth
- Clinical Youth Outreach Worker (CYOW) helps "hard-to-reach" youth and their families connect with services in Peel Region; one-on-one counselling and support services to youth, focusing on immediate needs and referring to long-term support services to improve the youth's mental health and well-being
- Youth Outreach Worker (YOW) helps "hard-to-reach" youth and their families connect with services in Malton; raises youth's awareness of available community services, engages them in community programs, and strengthens partnerships among organizations that serve youth
- activities include counseling for seniors who report being the victim of abuse
- elder abuse education and training with an ethno-cultural lens
Winter clothing items needed; to make a donation or for more information email Michael Raymond: mraymond@mnsinfo.org
ServiceOntario Main Call Centre: 1-800-267-8097
Health Cards: 1-888-376-5197
Driver and Vehicle: 1-800-387-3445
Visit Website
Driver and Vehicle
- vehicle permits and plates
- driver's licence renewals
- accessible parking permits
- copies of records
- product sales including information packages on specific used vehicles
- commissioner of oaths
- Ontario health card registration, renewal, replacement (lost, stolen or damaged) and change of name or address
- organ and tissue donor registration
- Ontario Photo Card provision, renewal or replacement
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Connection Kits (for residents 55+)
- Tablets
- OSMO
- Tinker Toys
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Connection Kits (for residents 55+)
- Tablets
- OSMO
- Tinker Toys
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
- library cards obtained through any branch
- all branches connected by online library catalogue
- Internet hotspots
- WiFi available
- electronic resources (research tools, eBooks, eAudiobooks)
Public library that offers:
Collections for borrowing:
- books including graphic novel, paperback and board book
- audiobooks
- movies and TV shows including DVD and Blu-ray disc
- music and sound including music CD and printed music
- video games
- magazines and newspapers
- accessible formats including large print, DAISY and braille
- for catalogue see here
Digital resources:
- eBooks and eAudiobooks
- movies, TV and music
- magazines and newspapers
- learning and research
- local history databases
- Halton Community Services Directory
- for more information see here or to see all online resources see here
Books and beyond to borrow or use in branch:
- tech lending collection
- kits including book clubs kits, birdwatching backpacks, sensory support and cognitive care
- community access pass to select cultural institutions, natural areas and gardens
- seed library
- accessibility aids and devices to use in the library and to borrow and take home
- for more information see here
Programs:
- free virtual (on Zoom) and in-person programs
- some events are drop-in, others require registration
- for a complete list of programs and events see here
Services:
- accessibility
- public computers
- printing (fee for use), scanning and faxing (fee for use - Central, New Appleby and Tansley Wood branches only)
- WiFi
- light therapy lamps
- for a complete list of services see here
Information Burlington
- free, confidential information & referral to range of government and community services
- for more information see separate listing here
Local History Services at Central Branch
- research assistance and access to the local history collection and archives
- for more information see here
MakerSpace at Central Branch
- a space with laser cutter, vinyl cutter, vinyl printer, 3D printing, large format photo printer and scanner, button maker and die cutter, and embroidery machine
- for more information see here
Meeting Room Rentals
- meeting rooms for organizations and non-profit groups
- for more information see separate listing here
New to Canada
- books, DVDs, newspapers, community resources and more
- for more information see here
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Connection Kits (for residents 55+)
- Tablets
- OSMO
- Tinker Toys
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
- community information and referrals
- counselling, anger management
- counselling for youth and young adults
- employment assistance including resume/cover letter preparation, job search
- social housing application assistance
- year round income tax clinic
- leadership skills development
- children's breakfast club (on and off site)
- outreach
- workshops for women and youth
- social and recreation activities, including children's book club and youth homework club
- pre-screening required, qualifying residents receive appointment to complete the application process
- Access centre for Ontario Electricity Support Program -- assistance with applications
- intake assessment required
- annual Christmas toy distribution application deadline October 15
- information and referrals, including immigration, employment and community services
- counselling
- some form filling assistance
- access to computers