According to a 2014 study called Preceived life stress, 23 percent of Canadians report high levels of stress in their daily lives. Stress is caused by many factors, including workplace, family or health. This can be especially true for newcomers as they try to adapt to a new country and culture. It is common for many […]
Kem Cho everyone! Did you know that according to the 2011 Census 28, 240 people in Toronto speak Gujarati, one of the many languages spoken in India? Here at the library, we have 12 different branches that house Gujarati materials for those speakers. The collection size and selection varies between the branches but the largest […]
I remember the first day of school like it happened yesterday. My mom waving and smiling as I walked through the doors. Me with my hands clenching the lunch box tightly, while thinking how afraid I was of this strange place. I didn't know anyone and I couldn't understand what they were saying to me. […]
Olá! Did you know that 113,000 people in Toronto speak Portuguese according to the 2006 Census? If you didn't know, don't worry! Just visit any one of our eight branches to find Portuguese materials to help accelerate your knowledge of Portuguese language and culture! From books, magazines, music to the latest movies, you can find […]
Are you looking to get the latest copy of Weekly akhar-e-jehan Karachi or Khawateen? Or maybe you want to settle down for a good read from Ibne Safi? Visit one of the 17 branches listed below, which carry Urdu materials including books, CDs, DVDs and magazines. Library Branches with Urdu Items Large: 1500 or more items […]
Dark, gloomy and cold. These are some of the words used to describe winter in Toronto. But it doesn't have to be gloomy even if it's cold! Why not take advantage of the cold weather to do some fun outdoor activities? Every winter, I look forward to one of my favourite winter sports – ice […]
Deutsch anyone? If you read or speak German, then this is the place for you! There are four branches with German collections for you to find your next great read! Visit Toronto Reference Library, North York Central Library, Don Mills and Runnymede for a selection of adult and children's materials. Take a moment to explore […]
You may have noticed the list of "100 Reasons to Check out the TPL" on our website. But if you haven’t, take a look and see what TPL has to offer, especially reason 63! Did you know that we offer materials in over 40 languages? That’s like having the Italian collection right at your doorstep – […]
Join Toronto Public Library as we partner with the Roma Community Centre at the Opre Roma – Rise up Roma Festival in this week-long celebration featuring Romani arts, musical performances by the Robi Botos Trio and meeting with well-known author Hedina Sijercic. The Library will also be hosting storytelling programs for families at three branches: […]
(By Brendon with contributions from Chantel) During the Chinese Lunar New Year, many people give and receive “lucky money” in a red pocket. If you read or speak any of the Chinese languages or dialects, your library card is also “lucky” because it gives you access to a world of material at the library in […]