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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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Upcoming Programs and Events

Empowering Educators in the Classroom and at Home

Caregivers are invited to register for a hands-on information night with Queen's Connections to discover educational resources that support your child’s success. Join us at the Central Branch on Monday, Sept. 29, to learn practical ways to integrate technology into teaching with tools you can use at home and in the classroom.

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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.

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Books to Read in Honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Sept. 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a time to honour the children who never returned home from residential schools, Survivors, their families and their communities. It is also a day for reflection, learning and action. This booklist offers stories and resources that deepen our understanding of Canada’s colonial history, celebrate Indigenous voices and knowledge and encourage us all to engage with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action.

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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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Kids Events

Read for Fun with Queen's

Queen's University tutors will work one-on-one with children ages 6-12 to increase their literacy and numeracy skills in community reading circles. These circles will be available at the Calvin Park, Pittsburgh and Isabel Turner Branches.

For more information on Queen's Students for Literacy and Read for Fun or to access the learner registration form, please visit qsliteracy.org.

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Indigenous Heritage

Immerse yourself in Indigenous music

In a world where music transcends boundaries and cultures, Turtle Island Indigenous Music Throughout the Ages promises to be an exciting experience for anyone interested in Indigenous instruments. Learn from David Finkle on September 28 at 6 p.m via Zoom. 

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Célébrez avec ces auteurs

Explore this collection that reflects the diverse and captivating stories emerging from French Canadian authors. 

Don't miss Franco-Ontarian Day, September 25, an opportunity to recognize the province's cultural, historical, social, economic and political contributions of francophones. 

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