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Special Collections
An early history of TPL
From 1 to 100 branches, we've come a long way in 140 years. Learn about the birth of free libraries in Toronto.
Booklist
New French books for kids
Discover a wide-range of new books in French for children of all ages.
Program
Discover Toronto's urban forests
Learn about the trees and plants in your own backyard with City of Toronto Urban Forestry.
Booklist
Griffin Poetry Prize
Discover the five books shortlisted for this year’s prestigious Canadian poetry prize.
Program
Spoken word workshops
Explore and develop your creative voice at Poetry Saved Our Lives, a drop-in poetry and spoken word program.
Special Collections
Polish and perfect your poetry
Elevate your poetry writing with practical, hands-on workshops led by our writer in residence.
Program
Raising Confident Kids
Learn how to talk to your child about climate change in this parenting workshop. April 24, 7 pm.
Online Services
Health sciences lectures and videos
Learn from international experts about the latest advancements in cancer, immunology and other scientific fields.
Books
Reading Challenge
A memoir by a Canadian author
Get recommended reads from staff for this Reading Challenge category.
Upcoming programs
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Find a program near you
Concerts, crafts, book clubs, newcomer programs, storytimes and so much more. Search programs, events and workshops by topic, location and age group.
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Digital Innovation Programs
Register for hands-on workshops and learn how to use creative software – from 3D design to video editing.
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Book Clubs
Meet with fellow bibliophiles in your community. Choose from traditional, genre-focused, author-specific and book lovers clubs.
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Child and Family Programs
Stories, songs, puppets, rhymes, crafts and more! Join us for engaging and interactive programs for kids ages 5 and under.
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News
City Librarian’s Report: April 2024
Vickery Bowles summarizes key activities that support priorities outlined in our strategic plan.
New exhibit serves up culinary curiosities
Explore early cookbooks, menus and more from our special collections at Toronto Reference Library.
Design-a-Bookmark Contest Winners
Check out 16 wonderful designs created by kids and visit a branch to collect them all.
Our commitment to intellectual freedom
Find out what we’re doing to protect your intellectual freedom across our collections, programs and spaces.
One eRead Canada
Join a cross-Canada book club and borrow Hotline as an ebook or audiobook with no waitlists during April.
Digital Archive Ontario
Explore digital collections and library content for all Ontario residents.
Financial support from the Ontario government is gratefully acknowledged.
Become a TPL donor
Donations help ensure everyone in Toronto has free and equitable access to TPL’s vital resources.
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Toronto Public Library is situated on Indigenous land and Dish with One Spoon territory. This is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, the Wendat, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Toronto Public Library gratefully acknowledges these Indigenous Nations for their guardianship of this land. More information.