Did you know April is Stress Awareness Month? We live in such a fast-paced and high-stress society that, often, we are not aware of our heightened stress levels. It’s important to take care of our health—not just in April, but every day of the year! Here are 3 ways to help reduce stress. Practice…
Freshen Up Your Space with DIY Projects from Our Makerspaces
Freshen Up Your Space with DIY Projects from Our Makerspaces Spring is here, so let’s freshen up your space with new decorations that will not break the bank. In fact, you can make these decorations yourself for a low-cost and hands-on experience at Markham Public Library! Whether you are a beginner crafter or an expert…
Job and Employment Fraud Prevention Tips
Did you know March is Fraud Prevention Month? There are so many frauds and scams in this digital age, especially now that many transactions and interactions take place online. In addition to financial fraud, we also need to be cautious of job and employment scams! Read this blog to learn what they are, how to…
Refresh Your Résumé with the Library’s Resources
Looking for a new job? It is time to get your resume brushed up and ready to go. Oftentimes, it feels overwhelming to write a new resume and cover letter. Not only can it be daunting to be in the job-search market, but many things can be affected depending on whether you land the job…
Start Your 2026 Vision Board With Books, Goals, and Great Prizes
Start your 2026 vision board with books and reading challenges! What better way to ring in the new year than with great reads. It doesn’t matter if you can’t remember the last time you picked up a book or if you’re an avid reader—our reading challenges are for readers of all stages. This blog breaks…
Bullying Awareness Week: Resources for Every Age and Stage
Bullying is more than just playground teasing—it can affect people of all ages, in classrooms, online spaces, and even workplaces. This Bullying Awareness Week, let’s take time to recognize the signs, talk openly about the impact, and explore resources that help us respond with empathy and action. Whether you’re a student, parent, educator, or professional…
Getting Out of Debt Without Losing Your Mind: 3 Practical Ways
Learn 3 practical ways to manage and pay off debt in Canada, with tips, tools, and trusted Canadian resources.
Discover Skilled Trades Opportunities: Library and Community Resources in York Region
Did you know that there are more than 300 designated skilled trades to choose from in Canada? According to the Government of Canada, more than 222,000 Real Seal certified skilled trades workers are needed over the next four years to meet national demand. The top five most in-demand skilled trades in Ontario are carpenter, cook…
Celebrate Canadian Islamic History Month with Markham Library!
October is the start of Canadian Islamic History Month! Since 2007, our Canadian federal government has declared October as a time to celebrate and spotlight the remarkable contributions of Muslim people in Canada. Whether in the fields of art, sports, school, science, writing, and beyond, many Muslim Canadians have made groundbreaking contributions that enrich our…
9 Ways to Use the Library for Your Business
Why Entrepreneurs Should Use the Library for Market Research With AI-powered search engines and Google at our fingertips, it’s easy to assume that the internet alone can meet all our research needs. But here’s the catch: online search results are heavily influenced by personalized algorithms. While that’s useful for showing you targeted ads, it doesn’t…
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