Newcomers & immigrants community hub
Welcome to the neighbourhood! City Library is here to help you find the resources and information you need to transition to Canada. Librarians can assist with finding multilingual books and ebooks, connect you with settlement resources or join a conversation circle to practice conversational English.
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Multilingual collections
The library has a growing collection of multilingual titles, reflective of the most-spoken languages on the North Shore. Browse our multilingual collections.
Listen and read online
Programs and events for immigrants and newcomers
Immigrants and newcomers
Canadian culture and language training: Basic
Monday, July 28, 2025, 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Immigrants and newcomers
Canadian culture and language training: Basic
Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Read, watch, listen
Specially curated selections from our librarians
Regularly updated lists of books, magazines and movies organized by theme. These include physical items you can borrow from the library and digital items you can enjoy on your devices at home or on the go. Click on a book to learn more or choose your preferred format.
Discover Canada
The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship : Study Guide
365 Tips for Newcomers
Your First Year in Canada
So You Want to Move to Canada, Eh?
Stuff to Know Before You Go
We Were Dreamers
An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story
You're Hired-- Now What?
An Immigrant's Guide to Success in the Canadian Workplace
Chop Suey Nation
The Legion Cafe and Other Stories From Canada's Chinese Restaurants
The 2-hour Job Search
Using Technology to Get the Right Job Faster
Learn to Drive Smart
Your Guide to Driving Safely
Dynamic Cover Letters
How to Write the Letter That Gets You the Job
Knock 'em Dead Cover Letters
Cover Letter Samples and Strategies You Need to Get the Job You Want
The B-Team
The Case of the Angry First Wife
