Accessible Library Services

Markham Public Library’s vision is to be the place where Markham’s diverse communities come together to imagine, create, learn and grow. To this end, Markham Public Library is committed to providing service in a way that respects the dignity and independence of individuals with disabilities, fosters inclusion, and strives to identify, prevent and remove barriers to access and participation.

Learn how MPL is actively removing barriers and advancing accessibility for our staff and customers with needs.

Accessibility Services

One-on-One Tutorial


In-person or virtual individual tutorials are customized to the learning needs and outcomes of each customer.

 

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TextTTY


Provides hearing impaired customers with the opportunity to communicate with MPL staff from their homes.

 

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AskMPL


Live chat service offering information services via text or email to facilitate communication through written communication.

 

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Homebound Delivery


Customers who are homebound can get library items delivered to their homes. Please reach out to your preferred branch to learn more about which option works best for you.

 

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Work Experience Program


A volunteer opportunity specifically designed to provide work experience to youth with a disability.

 

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Assistive Equipment

Victor Reader Stratus 

Magnifier

Kurzweil 3000 Software

Large print keyboard

Accessibility Collections

Online Resources

Online Resources

CELA

The Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) is Canada's largest collection of alternative format books and online resources.

OverDrive

Enjoy our vast collection of audiobooks, eBooks and video.

NNELS

National Network for Equitable Library Service (NNELS) is an online public library of downloadable ebooks and audiobooks

Higlighted Collections

Featured Spaces

eBooks & eAudiobooks

Use your Library card to borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks for kids, teens and adults.

Dementia Care Kit

Dementia Care Kits are designed to stimulate the brain for those with dementia. Each kit comes with activities such as books, games, DVDs...

Learning Toys

The Toy Library contains educational toys appropriate for young children that support Building, STEM, Science & Math and more.

New Arrivals - eBooks

eBooks

New Arrivals - eAudiobooks

eAudiobooks

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