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Public library

• materials in print and various other formats
• digital content such as eBooks, eAudiobooks and databases such as online newspapers, magazines and music
• computers
• access to free wi-fi
• programs
• toy library
• meeting rooms

Branch Locations

Public library with four branches - see website for location and hours

• materials in print and other formats including ebooks and magazines, audiobooks, movies and movies
• public computers and free wi-fi
• programs
• meeting rooms

COVID19 -- open
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Borrowing library of over 36,000 books and DVDs

• free programs unless noted include storytime, book clubs, computer classes, some programs held virtually, visit website for informaiton

Computers for Beginners -- basics of computing, using the Internet, Email, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, PowerPoint, Instagram and Skype

• borrow a new iMac or bring your laptop
• instruction is one on one
• call to book appointment

Lending and reference collections for adults, children and youth

• focused collections include local history, multilingual, Native Peoples' and parenting
• services include computer centres, music practice room, fabrication studio, digital innovation hub, digital piano lab, wifi, study spaces, programs, printing, copying and room rentals

Community programs - classes, workshops and exhibits

• Adult Literacy -- see separate record
• citizenship test preparation
• employment support for foreign-trained professionals
• internet search skills training
• children's programs
• Digital Literacy Program
• Financial programs
• Job Search
• Newcomer Services
• seasonal income tax clinic

For more information visit website

Public library with 12 branches

• Library collection in print and digital format including eBooks and eAudiobooks
• multilingual collection
• public access Internet terminals
• computers equipped with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• library programs
• wireless Internet access
• meeting room
• photocopier, printing and wireless printing, scanning
• exam proctoring
• support service for homebound patrons
• book chat sets for adult, youth, children and ESL book clubs

Public library

• Books, audiobooks, magazines, DVDs, downloadable audiobooks, electronic books and downloadable magazines and downloadable newspapers
• Online databases
• Beyond books lending, items include Chromebooks, Culture Passes, Hotspots and Snowshoes
• Document scanning
• Free Wi-Fi
• Internet accessible workstations with Office software
• Local History collection
• Makerspace and recording studio
• Mobile printing
• Adult, children and youth programs

Public library with three branches - visit website for location and hours

• library collection in print and digital resources including research sources, ebooks, emagazines, movies and audio books
• community information
• internet access and free wi-fi
• adult, youth and children's programs
• class visits and outreach
• meeting rooms

Library services include

• regular lending services including internet facilities and books
• magazines, newspapers and DVDs
• reference materials are available
• inter-library loan network
• curbside pickup available

Public library services

• library collection in print and digital services including eBooks, eMagazines
• multilingual collections
• internet access and free Wi-Fi
• public computer workstations
• community information
• local history and genealogy
• programs
• visiting library service
• ESL Conversation Group
• study rooms
• business support
• photocopying and printing
• 3D printing
• accessible computer station with applicable software
• Creative Studio

Library services include

• print and digital collections
• children's services, adult and children's reference
• curbside pick up
• inter-library loan
• visiting library service
• personal computers for public use
• reading clubs, children's storytime and Babytalk
• internet training
• 3D printer
• income tax clinic

Outreach Worker from Region of Durham to help connect with variety of social services supports, including, but not limited to

• financial resources
• housing
• food security
• counselling
• children's services referrals
• assistance to replace government issued ID

Meeting Rooms available

• auditorium, capacity 100
• boardroom capacity 12

Business Information Area

• extensive collection to help those planning to start a small business
• tax and legal requirements
• marketing and demographic information about the Region
• internet access, workstations with Office Suite and wireless internet

Library website provides access to

• catalogue, reference and home-work related books and electronic archives
• check records, place books on hold and renew items
• borrow ebooks, download music

Adult reference and research library with materials in over 80 languages

• access to computers, Internet, printers
• information and programs for newcomers
• job search programs and materials for foreign-trained professionals
• language learning materials, audio lab
• arts, picture and video collections

Services for People with Disabilities -- equipment, collections, mobile library and sign language interpretation services for library programs

Digital Innovation Hub -- 3D printing, sound and video production, green screen technology

• electric pianos for public use
• self-publishing press

IntelliSearch 416-393-7241 -- customized bibliographic search service providing quick access to databases, fee

Book a Librarian -- service for personal assistance with information needs

Marilyn and Charles Baillie Special Collections Centre -- includes the Arthur Conan Doyle Collection and the Baldwin Collection of Canadiana

event rentals space

Lending, reference and research libraries

• materials in print and other various formats including multiple languages
• additional library services
• community programs

Branch Locations

Library Services -- bookmobile and home library services

• computers
• Internet access, including free Wi-Fi
• digital services
• online research
• special collections
• musical instrument lending library
• meeting rooms

Community Programs -- classes, workshops, outreach programs and exhibits

• English as a Second Language (ESL) classes
• literacy
• homework help
• seasonal income tax clinics
• Library Settlement Partnerships -- outreach program offering settlement information and referral

Seniors Tech Help -- call Answerline 416-397-5981 Monday-Friday 9 am-8 pm, Saturday 9 am-4:30pm

• staff provides quick answers over the phone to tech questions
• if longer help session required, contact local branch

Library services include

• regular lending services, internet facilities and books
• magazines, newspapers, digital material, videos and DVDs
• reference materials
• inter-library loan network
• curbside pickup available

Public library

• materials in print and various other formats
• e-resources including magazines, ebooks, audiobooks, streaming movies and music downloads
• computers with internet access and free wi-fi
• children, teen, and adult programs
• makerspace with 3D printers
• meeting rooms

Homebound Service - provides book delivery and pickup service, by volunteers, for those unable to attend the library

Public library

• Regular lending services for books, books on tape, large print books, magazines
• materials in other languages, language learning tapes, compact discs, DVDs and games, eBooks, audiobooks
• other services include holds on materials, inter-library loan, newspapers
• wireless internet access, public use computers, in-house photocopier, library tours
• virtual programs

Automated telephone service - call to renew material and get cardholder information 905-686-2472

Main branch of Ajax Public Library

• regular lending services for books, books on CD, large print books, Daisy books, magazines, materials in other languages, language learning books and CDs, compact discs, DVDs, blu-Ray, video games
• downloadable ebooks, audiobooks, movies, and music
• holds on materials, interlibrary loan
• public internet access, public computers with Microsoft Office Suite
• library tours, programs for children, teens, adults and seniors, including virtual programs
• study space, in-house photocopier and printing, meeting facilities
• online databases available from library website
• free wireless internet access
• seasonal Income Tax Clinic

Public library

• Regular lending services for books, books on tape, large print books, magazines
• materials in other languages, language learning tapes, compact discs, DVDs and games, eBooks, audiobooks
• other services include holds on materials, inter-library loan, newspapers
• wireless internet access, public use computers, in-house photocopier, library tours
• virtual programs

Automated telephone service * call to renew material and get cardholder information 905-686-2472

Public library

• Informational and recreational materials, including books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, music CDs, electronic databases, audio books, ebooks, and digital services for magazines, music, and films Public computers with Internet access and MS Office wireless access
• photocopying and fax
• free book exchange at Civic Centre, located near Mayor and Council offices
• book return at East Gwillimbury Sports Complex

Library services include:

• print and magazine collections
• movies, videogames, CD-ROMs, BluRay
• large print books, audiobooks
• multilingual materials and childrens' materials
• online catalogue and magazine databases
• programs for preschool and school-aged children
• teen programs
• adult programs
• visiting library service
• inter-library loan system
• public internet workstations are available, Wireless HotSpot
• 3D printer
• information and reference services for adults and children, including community information, government publications
• express checkout
• game stations for kids
• room rentals are available
• Whitby Archives are available at this location
• historical images available at www.ourontario.ca/whitby
• cafe is available on site
• seasonal tax preparation assistance through Community Volunteer Income Tax Program

Reference askreference@whitbylibrary.ca * Children's and Adult Fiction askcaf@whitbylibrary.ca

Public library with 7 branches and one drop off location

• library collection includes books, magazines, movies and other materials, multilingual materials, digital content such as eBooks, eAudiobooks and databases such as online newspapers, magazines, music and language learning
• access to free WiFi and computers
• adult, teen and children's programs
• Visiting Library Service for those unable to visit a branch

Branch Locations

Public library

• books, magazines, newspapers, books on tape, movies and reference materials
• inter-library loans
• children's department has computers, reading room and story times
• downloadable audio books and e-books
• one room available to rent for meetings
• computer lab

Library offering a community gathering place providing access to knowledge, ideas, and cultural experiences.

The library provides:

• Material and assistance, informational, cultural and recreational materials and programs, and engages in resource sharing with other libraries through cooperative agreements. The Local History collection includes historical newspapers and an archives database
• Collection of books, DVDs, video games and WiFi hotspots for borrowers with a library card
• Special Collection of audio books and audio book readers for print disabled library borrowers
• Free WiFi, computers and printing and scanning
• Other services include a housebound service for seniors and others unable to come to the library
• Children's programs include storytime, craft, and reading programs with special programs for March Break and Summer
• Teen programs include Teen Advisory Group, craft group and book discussions
• Adult and Senior programs include computer tech, board games, book club and drop-in cafe
• Other programs include Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) free for low-income individuals, Seedy Saturday, Chess, Jazz Festival, Family Saturdays, and one-on-one computer help

For a complete list of programs offered, visit Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library

Extreme Cold Warming Centre

On days when the temperature dips to -15° Celsius or below and/or a weather advisory is released, the library will be available as a warming centre during regular operating hours

Cooling Centre

On days when a Heat Alert is issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada, the library will be available as a cooling centre during regular operating hours

Library Branch

• large print collection, multi-lingual collection, talking books, CDs, DVDs, blu-rays, video games, electronic resources, eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, streaming services, Kobo tablets, Lenovo tablets, Wi-Fi hotspots, iPads for in-library use, inter-library loans
• free Wi-Fi access in-library
• computer and internet access available for up to 120-minute periods per day per person
• online services include renewals, holds, inter-library loans, email reference questions
• seasonal tax-clinics
• visiting library services available, nursing homes, hospitals, seniors' centres
• adaptive technology terminal, as well as CCTV magnifier available for people with visual impairments
• genealogy and local history resources, microfilm readers
• children's area
• silent study rooms
• MakerSpace technologies, using a variety of low and high tech activities to learn, experiment, share and create
• seasonal tax preparation assistance through Community Volunteer Income Tax Program

Auditorium available for rent with capacity of 140 persons

• grand piano
• audio/visual systems available
• kitchen available