Recent additions to the collection

(view more new additions)

Insatiable hunger by Joseph W. Graham
JAJ by Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas,
Odagahodhes by Gae Ho Hwako Norma Jacobs,
The song that called them home by David Robertson, (1977-)
Spirit Bear--honouring memories, planting dreams by Cindy Blackstock
Aboriginal by Jennifer Adese
Namwayut, we are all one by Robert Joseph, (1939-)
Indigenous continent by Pekka Hamalainen, (1967-)
The journey forward, a novella on reconciliation
The Canadian business owner's guide to reconciliation by Alison Tedford,
Speaking of indigenous politics by J. Kēhaulani Kauanui, (1968-)
Killing the Wittigo by Suzanne Methot, (1968-)
Unbroken by Angela Sterritt,
The gatherings by Shirley N. Hager, (1952-)
Together we drum, our hearts beat as one by Willie Poll
indigenous portal

Indigenous Portal

Engage with KFPL's Indigenous programming, collections and community partnerships!

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

Register on Beanstack for the Truth and Reconciliation Reading Challenge.

The Isabel Turner Branch will be temporarily closed starting Fall 2024 for renovations. During this time, we’ll be temporarily moving to the Cataraqui Centre.  Get updates here.

Illustration of a child with paint on their hands and an older adult man holding a bouquet of flowers. The text reads Portraits by Primary Schoolers

Upcoming Programs and Events

Portraits by Primary Schoolers

Registration is open for Protraits by Primary Schoolers! Sign up to have your portrait painted by a local primary school student. You'll chat, connect and help inspire young artists in this special intergenerational program.

Find out more

Enhance your library access — register for Extended Hours at the Pittsburgh Branch.

Library Kiosk

Library Kiosk at kingston secondary school

Enjoy expanded service in the Kingscourt neighbourhood with the Library Kiosk at Kingston Secondary School.

llustration of a pond with a frog on a rock, a backpack with a park pass and a signpost pointing to Rock Dunder and Rideau Valley. The text reads Nature Discovery Backpack Launch event.

Indigenous Heritage

Explore the Outdoors with Our New Nature Discovery Backpacks!

Join us for the launch of our Nature Discovery Backpacks, in partnership with Watersheds Canada. To celebrate, Watersheds Canada will be on site offering engaging demonstrations and nature-themed activities. Each backpack is packed with tools for hands-on exploration—from field guides and collection jars to water quality test kits and a park pass to a Rideau Valley Conservation Authority site or Rock Dunder. 

Find out more

Illustration of a brown owl flying with swirling wind and green leaves, promoting storytelling and nature crafts event with Indigenous artist Laura Moses on July 11 at Calvin Park Branch.

Upcoming Programs and Events

Wisdom in the Wind

Ages 6 and up are invited to a nature-themed art workshop with local Indigenous artist Laura Moses. Children will enjoy a read-aloud and create their own dandelion painting and stick owl craft.

Find out more

Illustration of a red background with white maple leaves. The text reads Great Canadian Reads.

May We Suggest

Great Canadian Reads

Celebrate Canada with stories that explore our history, culture and identity. This curated collection offers something for every age and interest, from picture books to powerful non-fiction.

Read the List