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Program
Asian Heritage Month
Explore the diversity of Asian cultures with author talks, live performances, art workshops and more.
Program
Jewish Heritage Month
Explore the richness of Jewish culture with events, programs and curated reading lists.
Online Services
Ace the test
Prepare for your citizenship, English language or graduate school test with resources from Learning Express Library.
Booklist
Red Dress Day: MMIWG2S
Learn about the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and Two-Spirit people in Canada.
Teens
20 before 20
Read these 20 timeless and cult classics before you hit 20. Your challenge starts now.
Special Collections
Chinese Canadian Archive
Learn about our award-winning archive which reflects the Chinese Canadian community in the GTA.
Kids
After School Clubs
Learn, play and get creative! Find crafts, experiments and lots more activities at a branch near you.
Booklist
The buzziest books out in May
Fill up your to be read list with the hot and new mysteries, romance and more.
Books
Reading Challenge: a book by a neurodivergent author
Find recommendations for this category from library staff and Reading Challenge participants.
Upcoming programs
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Grow like a pro
Whether you’ve got a backyard or a balcony, Toronto Master Gardeners are here to help with expert horticultural advice—from soil to seedlings. Learn how to grow native plants, pollinator-friendly flowers and homegrown vegetables to support local ecosystems and enjoy a thriving garden. Find a gardening program near you.
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Madeleine Thien: The Book of Records
Mon May 05, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Toronto Reference LibraryJoin Madeleine Thien, the beloved author of the Governor General's Literary Award winning, Booker Prize shortlisted bestseller Do Not Say We Have Nothing to discuss her sublime, long awaited new novel, The Book of Records....
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Digital Privacy 101
Mon May 05, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location: Woodside SquareAre you interested in learning how to maintain your online privacy and how to secure your online accounts and devices? If so, this is the class for you. Come and join us in this introductory session that is filled with hands-...
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Brain Health with Alzheimer Society of Toronto
Mon May 05, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: HillcrestThis interactive presentation presented by Alzheimer Society of Toronto discusses the risk factors of dementia and how healthy lifestyle changes can help improve and maintain the health of the brain. Learning Objec...
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News
City Librarian’s Report: April 2025
Vickery Bowles summarizes TPL's key activities from the past month.
Collective agreement ratified
The Toronto Public Library Board and Toronto Public Library Workers Union Local 4948 have ratified a new collective agreement.
Supporting newcomer entrepreneurs
We’re offering free programs, workshops and seminars to help newcomers start and grow their businesses in Canada.
New exhibit of postcards from Toronto's past
See over 100 vintage postcards from our collections at our new exhibit Wish You Were Here at Toronto Reference Library.
Expanding library hours and youth services
The City of Toronto has approved TPL’s 2025 budget. Learn how this will increase access to services citywide.
Digital Archive Ontario
Explore digital collections and library content for all Ontario residents.
Financial support from the Ontario government is gratefully acknowledged.
Support Youth Programs
During the TPL Foundation’s Spring Campaign, donations made by June 13 will be doubled thanks to generous matching donors.
Funds raised help amplify and accelerate the exceptional work that TPL does.
Land Acknowledgement Statement
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.