We would be happy to support your organization or facility by visiting you to:
If you would like to arrange for any of these outreach services, please contact your local branch at 905-653-READ (7323).
Your organization or facility can arrange to have a selection of books and materials delivered to you. If you would like to know more about this service, please contact your local branch at 905-653-READ (7323).
Magnifiers that also serve as bookmarks and rulers can be purchased at the service desk for $1.
The following words may help you when searching for materials about older adults in the Library Catalogue:
Try adding an additional word or two to one of the above terms in order to specify your particular subject of interest. The order of the words does not matter in the Catalogue search box.
Some examples:
For additional help, please contact a library staff member at your local branch at 905-653-READ (7323) or via email by using the email librarian form.
Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility
Helping seniors and people with disabilities stay independent, active, and socially connected. We are also helping seniors stay safe and making Ontario more accessible for everyone and promoting the benefits of age-diverse, accessible workplaces and communities where everyone is able to participate.
Programs and Services for Seniors
Contains information for seniors including Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, Services for Veterans and more.
Business Development Bank of Canada
A national bank for Canadian business owners and entrepreneurs, offering loans and financing, investment advice, and consulting services. Works with entrepreneurs in all industries with a focus on small and medium sized enterprises.
Community Home Assistance to Seniors (CHATS)
CHATS is an organization dedicated to providing seniors' services in York Region, through relationships with clients, staff, volunteers and partners. Care and support are provided in assisting seniors with an independent lifestyle.
Complete information about York Region Transit's service for those unable to use conventional public transit.
myRide Travel Training is a transit support program that prepares people to make independent journeys using YRT/Viva services in York Region.
Experience the fun and community of a drum & percussion circle. No experience needed! Materials provided or bring your own. Aimed at older adults but all adults welcome! Register on Eventbrite or by calling 905-653-7323.
中文社交活动: 用中文聊天, 谈论书籍, 国家时事, 以及在加拿大的生活
Practice your French in good company! Through this program, you will learn useful and exciting French as well as practice with other learners. Register on Eventbrite.
Jan 29 - The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese
Feb 26 - In the Upper Country by Kai Thomas
January 6 - Ezra
January 13 - I Like Movies
January 20 - The Truffle Hunters
January 27 - The Fabulous Four
Jan 22 - One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware
Feb 19 - The Sicilian Inheritance by Jo Piazza
Jan 14 - How to End a Love Story by Yulin Kuang
Feb 11 - A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams
Jan 13 - Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel
Feb 10 - A Master of Djinn by P. Djèlí Clark
Jan 7 - Fire Weather: The Making of a Beast by John Valliant
Feb 4 - Black Boys Like Me: Confrontations with Race, Identity and Belonging by Matthew R. Morris
