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Indigiqueerness by Joshua Whitehead
Killing the Wittigo by Suzanne Methot, (1968-)
The journey forward, a novella on reconciliation
Indigenous continent by Pekka Hamalainen, (1967-)
Avec nos curs orange by Phyllis Webstad,
My powerful hair by Carole Lindstrom, (1964-)
Project 562 by Matika Wilbur,
Becoming kin by Patty Krawec
Heart berry bling by Jenny Kay Dupuis,
Odagahodhes by Gae Ho Hwako Norma Jacobs,
Funeral songs for dying girls by Cherie Dimaline, (1975-)
Insatiable hunger by Joseph W. Graham
The Canadian business owner's guide to reconciliation by Alison Tedford,
The song that called them home by David Robertson, (1977-)
Où est ma fille? by Christy Jordan-Fenton
indigenous portal

Indigenous Portal

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

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

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.

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. 

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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.

Illustration of bees and a beehive. The text reads Beeyond the Pages Literacy Fair .

Upcoming Programs and Events

Beeyond the Pages Literacy Fair

Join us for a fun-filled day of learning about bees and pollinators through crafts, games, hands-on activities and sustainable prizes. Enjoy face painting, a foam machine and make your own paper puppets at our DIY station! Families are encouraged to pick up a passport and collect a sticker from each station. Once completed, trade in the passport for a free seed packet. 

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Illustration of hands holding up plants and seed packets. The text reads Seedling Swap.

Upcoming Programs and Events

Seedling Swap

Bring your extra seeds, seedlings or houseplant cuttings to the Calvin Park and Cloyne branches and swap them for something new! This all-ages, drop-in event is a great chance to trade plants, share knowledge and connect with fellow plant lovers—no registration is required.

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