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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

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

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

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

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 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

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

• 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

• 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

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

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, information and resource centre:

• books
• periodicals
• DVDs, videos and CDs
• large print collection
• audio books
• Statistics Canada reference material
• local history reference material
• business directories
• photocopying
• inter-library loans
• public access computers, free internet access and wireless
• shut-in service available
• children's programming
• meeting space available with capacity for 30 with kitchen facilities

For a complete list of programs offered, visit New Tecumseh Public Library for more information

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

Assistance is available for residents to access transportation to and from warming centres in New Tecumseth

To access this assistance, please call CONTACT Community Services at 705-435-4900 ext 212 Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm or S.H.I.F.T. Outreach at 705-890-8173 on evenings or weekends

With library card borrow books, magazines, movies and other materials, digital content such as eBooks, eAudiobooks and consult databases such as online newspapers, magazines, music and language learning, use Google Chromebooks, access to free WiFi, free MakerSpace use

• After hours study space available at some branches
• Visiting Library Service for those unable to visit a branch

Branch Locations

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

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 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 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

Library card lets you borrow books, magazines, movies and other materials, digital content such as eBooks, eAudiobooks and databases such as online newspapers, magazines, music and language learning, access to free WiFi, meeting rooms

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

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, information and resource centre:

• books
• periodicals
• DVDs, videos and CDs
• large print collection
• audio books
• Statistics Canada reference material
• local history reference material
• business directories
• photocopying
• inter-library loans
• public access computers, free internet access and wireless
• shut-in service available
• children's programming
• meeting space available with capacity for 30 with kitchen facilities

For a complete list of programs offered, visit New Tecumseh Public Library for more information

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

Assistance is available for residents to access transportation to and from warming centres in New Tecumseth

To access this assistance, please call CONTACT Community Services at 705-435-4900 ext 212 Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm or S.H.I.F.T. Outreach at 705-890-8173 on evenings or weekends

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

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

Library is open to the public operating under a Browse, Borrow & Go model which means:

• In-person visits are welcome but should be kept to 30 minutes or less.
• Computers will be available for one 50 minute session per person, per day
• Curbside pickup is still available
• All patrons (except those who are exempt) must wear a mask when coming into the Library or picking up curbside materials

Offering:

• large collection of books, magazines, World Languages collection
• DVDs, Blurays, audio books, video games, internet terminals and wireless (wi-fi)
• computer training lab
• children's programs for 0-12 years of age
• adults and seniors programs
• lounge areas, quiet study and meeting rooms, room rentals
• performance space
• homebound services available
• creative tools and software available through hackLAB and digital mediaLAB
• seed library
• dog licenses
• parking passes
• photocopying/faxing

For a complete list of programs offered, visit Browse, Borrow & Go for more information

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

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