The Library Board, appointed by the City of Calgary, represents the communities the Library serves. The board is chaired by Avnish Mehta with an additional nine members; committees of the Board including Audit & Finance, Governance, and Strategy & Community.
Read more about "Library Board"There are free programs, services, and resources for newcomers to help you get settled in Calgary. There are lots of ways to use the Library for free, including improving your English language skills and accessing Settlement Services.
Read more about "New to Canada"The use of Calgary Public Library space is governed by a principle of free and open access to the public, detailed in the Room Use Guidelines.
Read more about "Room Use Guidelines"Free supportive health service for pregnant individuals experiencing barriers such as living on a low income, language, cultural, or social barriers, mental health/addiction, or are under 19 years old. Connect with resources, get confidential 1:1 support from nurses, dietitians, and more. Childcare available. Call AHS to register at 403-228-8221.
Read more about "Best Beginning"Birds of the World is a comprehensive and authoritative database from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Identify the birds in your backyard (and beyond) with images, video and audio recordings then learn more about their habitats, habits and behaviour. Free with your Calgary Public Library card.
Read more about "Birds of the World"Research a wide variety of health subjects from specific diseases to your overall health. Topics include fitness, nutrition, diabetes, aging, women's health, children's health and more. You will also find Clinical Reference Systems reports, in both English and Spanish, and Merriam-Webster's Medical Desk Dictionary. Free with your Calgary Public Library card.
Read more about "Health Source: Consumer Edition"Access free mental health and addictions support, health information, and referral to services by calling or texting with a mental health professional from the Wellness Desk.
Read more about "Wellness Desk"These tips and resources will help parents and caregivers through meaningful and age-appropriate conversations about complicated or upsetting topics like residential schools, racism, injustice, or changes in your family.
Read more about "How to Use Children’s Books to Talk to Your Kids About Tough Topics"