Teens' community hub
City Library has an extensive collection of teen titles and a dedicated space for teens to gather and study with friends or game together. Teen programming throughout the school year includes book club meetings, writing contests, creative expression and lots more.
Librarians are also available to help teens find resources for a school project or research question. Email info@nvcl.ca for help getting started.
Quick links

Teen summer writing contest
The teen summer writing contest 2025 is now closed. Thanks to all who participated! Register for the awards ceremony on Oct. 18 at Lynn Valley Library.

Teen Reads book ranking survey
Teens in our “Teen Verified” program are starting a podcast where they go to bat for the books they love and love to hate. They've nominated five books they think all teens should read this year. Read along with them and then rank the books. All these titles are available in the library’s Teen Book Club collection on the 2nd floor of the library. Please submit the form only once. Voting closes Sept. 30.

Teen zine, Spring 2025 edition
Our Spring 2025 teen zine is now out, presented as a website. Brought to you by NVCL's Teen Advisory Council, the zine features interviews, photography, book reviews, short fiction, and more!

Get involved
Fall volunteer registration is now closed. Winter volunteer registration will open Thursday, Dec. 11, at 5 p.m.
Listen and read online
Upcoming events and programs for teens
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.