Dr. Sonia Aujla-Bhullar discusses the value of home languages in decolonizing literacy.
Read more about "Connecting with Home Languages"Acknowledging the importance of the land What is a land acknowledgment? On November 21, we launched new resources to help c hildren, caregivers, and educators learn the Treaty 7 land acknowledgment, including how to pronounce place and Nation names correctly. Learn the Treaty 7 Land Acknowledgment The Library Land Acknowledgement has changed. These videos will be updated in the near future to reflect the new wording.
Read more about "Acknowledging the importance of the land"Celebrate the single life.
Read more about "The Single Life Playlist"The best of film, television and tunes from our Digital Library These lists include staff favourites across a variety of Digital Library platforms and resources, hand-picked for your viewing and listening.
Read more about "The best of film, television and tunes from our Digital Library"Display posters for community events or activities at the Library.
Read more about "Third-Party Poster Display Criteria"Tace is from Waterhen Lake First Nation and Canoe Lake Cree Nation. She enjoys drawing and painting on canvas. She creates art because she likes being able to convey feelings and thoughts visually. She hopes to become an ophthalmologist.
Read more about " Tace Ens-Buchacher"Priorities Create Purpose Together The Library provides tools and spaces for those engaged with intellectual freedom and the exchange of ideas to receive insight and create connections to move forward. We help our community heal and grow stronger by providing opportunities for meaningful dialogue, shared understanding, and respectful collaboration. Champion a Sense of Belonging The Library is committed to listening to, learning from, and building relationships with local Indigenous communities in the spirit of Truth and Reconciliation. The Library is committed to building empathy, dignity, and understanding for all community members as we respect and celebrate the diversity of lived experiences and support everyone’s ability to participate and contribute to society. Energize Lifelong Learning The Library believes in the power of literacy and lifelong learning to help shape meaningful lives through personal agency and resiliency. The equitable development of foundational learning and life skills requires a needs-driven perspective to ensure everyone can realize their potential.
Read more about "Priorities"Aspiring entrepreneurs can find free resources and practical knowledge. In the Arthur J.E. Child Foundation Business Library, discover resources to enhance your business. Arthur J.E. Child was a voracious reader who acquired a substantial personal library collection. He was also an avid promoter of business education and competence. Book the Field Law Meeting Room , a free community space, for your next entrepreneurial meeting, building connections between Calgarians.
Read more about "Aspiring entrepreneurs can find free resources and practical knowledge."Historic Calgary maps from Calgary’s Story map collection.
Read more about "Historic Maps of Calgary and Alberta"Photographs depicting the construction, architecture, and development of Calgary from the late 1990s to present.
Read more about "Judith Umbach Collection"Take a trip back in time with recorded history programs Miss out on a program, or want to rewatch one you loved? Check out the free history programs on our YouTube channel to hear accounts from experts in local history, international archeology, and more. Select a program
Read more about "Take a trip back in time with recorded history programs"Help prepare your child for kindergarten by talking, singing, reading, writing, playing, and sharing these books with your child.
Read more about "Books to Get Ready for Kindergarten"Mental Health Resources Crisis Counselling Calgary Distress Centre 24-hour crisis counselling conducted over the phone. Eastside Mental Health Community Services (Urgent) Available to support families in crisis over the phone or in person. Hope for Wellness Hotline This resource offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada. For kids, teens, and parents Calgary ConnecTeen Phone, text, chat, or find mental health resources for teens and parents. Run by the Calgary Distress Centre. Equipped from CMHA Calgary EQUIPPED offers mental health courses and tools for young adults. It provides an online platform for learning through modules and workbooks. Kids Help Phone Canada Phone, text, chat, or find resources for children and teens looking for mental health support. General Wellness 211 Alberta Information and community resources including mental health and support with basic needs. Dial 2-1-1 to call. 811 Health Link Alberta Provides 24/7 advice from a Registered Nurse. Available in 200 languages. Dial 8-1-1 to call. Awo Taan Healing Lodge Local resource centre provides healing resources guided by the seven sacred teachings, and traditional knowledge. Community Education Service (CES) Provides parents/caregivers and other community members with opportunities to access free, public education sessions on child and youth emotional wellness and health topics. Run by Alberta Health Services Help in Tough Times Links to all support services and wellness resources provided by Alberta Health Services. Steps to Support Created by the United Way and Social Impact Lab, this toolkit is helpful for people who want to learn more about mental health, or support those in need of mental health assistance. General Mental Health Text4Hope A free Alberta Health Service program providing three months of daily Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) based text messages written by mental health therapists. Calgary Counselling Centre Offers counselling for individuals, couples, and families. Access Mental Health A non-urgent service providing information, consultation, and referrals for individuals with addiction and / or mental health concerns. Visit the website or call 403.943.1500. Canadian Mental Health Association Calgary Region Peer Support Speak to someone with lived experience of mental health or substance use concerns. Mental Health Wellness Videos A series of short (one to 2.5 minutes) videos on mental wellness by a doctor from Alberta Health Services on a variety of topics. MoreGoodDays Receive a daily dose of inspiration and advice, straight to your phone via text message. The project was started by a University of Alberta researcher to support mental health during the pandemic.
Read more about "Mental Health Resources Crisis Counselling For kids, teens, and parents General Wellness General Mental Health"Free, bookable meeting spaces are flexible for your group’s needs. The Millar Family Learning and Discovery Room includes everything small groups might need to explore and learn. Donor Terry Millar recognized that his sense of discovery, connection to nature, and love of history came from his ancestors, and this room is named to celebrate the Millar family legacy. The Terentiuk Space for Adult Learning is named for donor Robin Terentiuk and her late husband, Fred, who have been long-time supporters of literacy and education. This space recognizes the importance of learning throughout adulthood. Book a free meeting space.
Read more about "Free, bookable meeting spaces are flexible for your group’s needs."Snuggle up with these books to learn about interacting kindly.
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