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Funeral songs for dying girls by Cherie Dimaline, (1975-)
Avec nos curs orange by Phyllis Webstad,
The journey forward, a novella on reconciliation
Killing the Wittigo by Suzanne Methot, (1968-)
The Canadian business owner's guide to reconciliation by Alison Tedford,
Spirit Bear--honouring memories, planting dreams by Cindy Blackstock
Insatiable hunger by Joseph W. Graham
Où est ma fille? by Christy Jordan-Fenton
Aboriginal by Jennifer Adese
Unbroken by Angela Sterritt,
Truth and indignation by Ronald Niezen
Namwayut, we are all one by Robert Joseph, (1939-)
Together we drum, our hearts beat as one by Willie Poll
My powerful hair by Carole Lindstrom, (1964-)
Project 562 by Matika Wilbur,
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Indigenous Portal

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

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations

Reminiscing Kits

Reminiscing Kits

Borrow a Reminiscing Kit with curated resources and a how-to resource guide to help you engage with loved ones experiencing dementia.

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 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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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.

An image of book covers with flames partly covering them. The text reads Read-a-Thon. A Freedom to Read Week event

Upcoming Programs and Events

Freedom to Read-a-Thon

Freedom to Read Week (Feb. 23 to March 1) is an annual event that encourages Canadians to think about and reaffirm their commitment to intellectual freedom. To mark this significant week, KFPL has teamed up with Queen’s University Libraries, St. Lawrence College Libraries, and Massey Library, Royal Military College of Canada/ Bibliothèque Massey, Collège militaire royal du Canada to host a Freedom to Read-a-Thon.

Join us at the Central Branch to hear community members, library staff and local leaders read excerpts from books that have been previously banned or challenged.

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An illustration of a footprint, the earth, a solar panel, windmills, and an electrical plug. The text reads Composting Part of the One Earth series.

Upcoming Programs and Events

One Earth: Composting

Join Dr. Laura Kroeker for an informative workshop on how to compost with worms! The workshop will explore the various types of compost, their pros and cons and why composting is a crucial step in protecting the environment. Participants will receive a take-home, easy-to-use, mini composting system.

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