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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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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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Truth and Reconciliation Reading Challenge

KFPL invites readers of all ages to take part in the Truth and Reconciliation Reading Challenge, launching Sept. 30. Explore books by Indigenous authors to learn about the histories, languages, cultures and lived experiences of Indigenous Peoples.

Track your reading in Beanstack to earn badges for activities, reviews and time milestones. Each badge is an entry into the grand prize draw for an orange shirt pin beading kit. The more you read, the more chances you have to win!

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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.

Books on blue and yellow background with text reading Governor General’s Literary Awards - Translated Works

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GGBooks: Translations/Traductions

The Governor General’s Literary Awards celebrate literature and inspire everyone to read books by creators from Canada, including works translated to and from English and French. Here’s a selection of the finalists! Winners will be announced on Nov. 16, 2022.

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Les Prix littéraires du Gouverneur général: Les finalistes

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LivresGG: Les finalistes

Les Prix littéraires du Gouverneur général célèbrent la littérature et incitent le grand public à lire des œuvres de créatrices et créateurs d’ici. Voici une sélection de finalistes francophones ! Les gagnants seront annoncés le 16 novembre 2022.

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