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JAJ by Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas,
Killing the Wittigo by Suzanne Methot, (1968-)
Funeral songs for dying girls by Cherie Dimaline, (1975-)
My powerful hair by Carole Lindstrom, (1964-)
Speaking of indigenous politics by J. Kēhaulani Kauanui, (1968-)
Vérité et réconciliation by Simon Rose, (1961-)
Spirit Bear--honouring memories, planting dreams by Cindy Blackstock
Together we drum, our hearts beat as one by Willie Poll
Aboriginal by Jennifer Adese
Truth and indignation by Ronald Niezen
Project 562 by Matika Wilbur,
The Canadian business owner's guide to reconciliation by Alison Tedford,
Indigenous continent by Pekka Hamalainen, (1967-)
The journey forward, a novella on reconciliation
Où est ma fille? by Christy Jordan-Fenton
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Indigenous Portal

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

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

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Library Services

Love Books? Join the Summer Reading Challenge!

Readers of all ages are invited to join our Summer Reading Challenges! Explore books, complete fun activities and challenges and track your progress using Beanstack. By participating, you’ll earn chances to win exciting prizes throughout the summer! Everyone who completes their challenge will be entered to win one of our Grand Prizes, awarded to one participant in each age group. Sign up today on Beanstack and make this summer a celebration of stories, adventures and discovery. Thank you to the Friends of the Library for supporting summer reading programs at KFPL. 

The challenges start on Saturday, June 14, and run until Sunday, Aug. 24.

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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.

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Learn How to Navigate the Library's Website and Catalogue

Need help getting started with the Library's website or finding items in the catalogue? Join one of our small group sessions led by a Tech Tutor! These beginner-friendly sessions will walk you through the basics of using library resources online. Check out other upcoming dates here.

Prefer one-on-one support? Book a personalized appointment! Our Tech Tutors can help with a wide range of topics. Book your appointment today by visiting any KFPL branch or calling us at 613-549-8888.

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

Library Kiosk

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

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Upcoming Programs and Events

Black Histories and Futures Month

Celebrate Black Histories and Futures Month at KFPL with a range of events, including Family Storytime with Ruthy’s Reading Room, an inclusive art therapy workshop, kente cloth weaving, Carnival headpiece making and a documentary screening and discussion with Chichi Ayalogu.

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Library Services

Banned Books Reading Challenge

Freedom to Read Week is an annual event that invites Canadians to reflect on and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom. Running from Feb. 1 to Feb. 28, the Banned Books Reading Challenge encourages participants to read books that have been challenged or banned. The challenge offers an opportunity for readers of all ages to explore these important works, earn badges and enter giveaways—all while supporting the right to read freely.

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