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A Reading with Royalty performer and a Calgary family share what this program means to them
Read more about "Summer Cadence's Library Story"'\n ', 'Research your genealogy and construct your family tree using census and voter lists, vital records, church histories, school records, immigration records, military records, and more.', 'Access to Ancestry Library Edition is only available to users onsite at a library location.', 'Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial in Niche Academy:\xa0', 'Ancestry Library Edition tutorial', '\n '
Read more about "'Discover your family’s story'"On September 30 we honour those who tell their stories.
Read more about "Orange Shirt Day 2023"Deciding to apply for citizenship in a new country is a big decision, but it’s also exciting. If your goal is to become a Canadian citizen, you can start preparing for your citizenship test right now from home.Use your free Library card to access these resources from the Digital Library. They make studying simple and stress free!Don’t have a Library card? You can sign up for free online and start using it immediately.Learn about your rightsFind out all you need to know about the rights and responsibilities of Canadian citizens by downloading the official study guide for the citizenship test. This guide is provided by the Government of Canada and contains information about the history of Canada, how our government works, symbols of Canada and its regions, and more.BrainFuseConnect with tutors online to get answers to your questions as you prepare for the Canadian Citizenship Test. Tutors are available from 2 pm to 11 pm every day. BrainFuse also has an adult learning centre that includes Canadian Citizenship practice tests and resources to help you excel. Canadian EncyclopediaUse this resource to learn more about Canada’s history and culture through images, maps, videos, timelines, and other media. The Canadian Encyclopedia also provides classroom resources, quizzes, and study guides.Road to IELTSNewcomers to Canada can expand their verbal and written communication skills with this resource. Road to IELTS can help you prepare for the International English Language Testing System exam with Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing courses. You can also use a personalized study planner to stay on track.
Read more about "Stories Preparing for the Canadian Citizenship Test from Home"MEDIA RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 28, 2020Calgary, AB – Thousands of young children and their families living in northwest Calgary now have access to a new early learning space that provides enriching resources and learning opportunities. Today, the Calgary Public Library celebrated the opening of the Co-op Community Early Learning Centre at Nose Hill Library (1530 Northmount Dr NW).“Nose Hill Library has been a cornerstone of the community since 1988, and is one of our most loved and well used locations in the city,” says Mark Asberg, CEO of the Calgary Public Library. “Thanks to Co-op Community Spaces, we are delighted to open our newest play-based learning space, which helps prepare children for lifelong learning and success.”With more than 90,000 kids under the age of five in Calgary, the demographics of the city demand a significant investment in high quality early learning. The Co-op Community Early Learning Centre at Nose Hill Library was guided by the idea that we are all connected to each other and the earth, and like all of the Library’s Early Learning Centres, is interactive, flexible and open-ended to support play and active learning."We’re proud to partner with the Calgary Public Library to create this play-based learning space at Nose Hill Library," says Lindsay Arnott, Social Responsibility Supervisor at Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL). "On behalf of local co-ops across Western Canada, Co-op Community Spaces helps create spaces for Western Canadians to come together and build social connections. We’re so glad that we can support the families and children that live in the communities around Nose Hill Library."Early Learning Centres are one piece of the Calgary Public Library’s Early Learning Strategy. The Library has a long-term goal to create these vibrant and innovative spaces in all 21 libraries in Calgary. Philanthropic support from individuals, organizations, and all levels of government have made our other Early Learning Centres possible.- 30 -Calgary Public LibraryCalgary Public Library, with 740,000 members and 21 locations, has been inspiring the life stories of Calgarians for more than 100 years. It is currently the second largest library system in Canada and the sixth largest municipal library system in North America, with Calgarians borrowing more than 15 million physical and digital items and with over 7 million in-person visits last year.Calgary Public Library FoundationThe Calgary Public Library Foundation empowers people to make a difference in their community. All donations received through the Library Foundation cultivate innovation and bring the Library to those who need it most. Our 21,500 donors are helping to build a stronger Calgary.Federated Co-operatives Limited and the Co-operative Retailing SystemFederated Co-operatives Limited (FCL), based in Saskatoon, is the 58th largest company in Canada and the largest non-financial co-operative in Canada. FCL is a unique multi-billion dollar wholesaling, manufacturing, marketing and administrative co-operative owned by more than 170 autonomous retail co-operatives across Western Canada. Together FCL and those local retail co-operatives form the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS).The CRS serves our members and communities with products and services that help build, feed and fuel individuals and communities from Vancouver Island to northwestern Ontario. Our total workforce of 25,000 employees serve 1.9 million active individual members and many more non-member customers at 1,500 retail locations in more than 580 communities. We are a different kind of business – we are locally invested, community-minded and offer lifetime membership benefits including patronage refunds, quality products, quality service and fair prices. More information is available at fcl.crs.FCL administers the Co-op Community Spaces program on behalf of more than 170 independent local co-ops across Western Canada that form the Co-operative Retailing System.Media Contacts:Mary KapustaDirector, CommunicationsCalgary Public Library403.774.7256mary.kapusta@calgarylibrary.caRachael TernerCommunications ManagerCalgary Public Library Foundation403-774-2543rachael@libraryfoundation.caCameron ZimmerCommunications and Public Relations Manager Federated Co-operatives Limited306-244-1614cam.zimmer@fcl.crs
Read more about "Stories Calgary Public Library Opens Its 13th Early Learning Centre with Support from Co-op Community Spaces"Celebrate what makes your child incredible by checking out these stories about self-acceptance.
Read more about "Incredible Me"Explore works by Jewish Calgarians and Canadians, including fiction, history, memoir, and stories for younger readers, all month long.
Read more about "Celebrate Canadian Jewish Heritage Month"Recommended reads from 2024 Historian in Residence, Tess McNaughton In this thoughtfully selected booklist, you will be immersed in 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous, and BIPOC stories and poetry. From moments in history to modern-day stories, Tess’ booklist highlights experiences of underrepresented communities. See the list
Read more about "Recommended reads from 2024 Historian in Residence, Tess McNaughton"Settle down, baby, it's time for bed! Learn songs and rhymes for bedtime routines and getting ready to sleep.
Read more about "Bath, Book, and Bed"Spring is a great time get outside and enjoy the joys of nature. Here are some great books to help you explore!
Read more about "All Things Spring!"Settle down, baby, it's time for bed! Learn songs and rhymes for bedtime routines and getting ready to sleep.
Read more about "Bath, Book, and Bed"War Stories Society presents four authors reading from the recently published Canadian military anthology, A Mile in Their Boots. Stories share insights into military life...
Read more about "A Mile in Their Boots - Public Reading"Students in grade K – 6 can join Elder Alice Kaquitts to learn about the importance of oral storytelling and sharing stories as a family.
Read more about "Caretakers of the Land: Afternoon Session"Indigenous cultures share stories in many ways
Read more about "Listen and Reflect"Experience the true story of a tiny dog on a big adventure!
Read more about "Finding Gobi: Reading and Signing"