Markham Public Library has many resources to help you feel at home! Check out our free programs, community services, and online resources.
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Borrow a Community Navigator from CCSYR at Your Local Library!
Connect with a diverse team of Community Navigators who speak multiple languages to discuss your settlement needs, including:
- Referrals to community resources and services such as employment, housing, and school registration.
- Information about government programs and applications including child tax benefits, OHIP, and immigration applications.
- Individualized Digital Skills Coaching sessions (DSC) to improve your knowledge of using new apps and platforms on your PC and phone.
- Information about upcoming events to connect with your community.
Discover Newcomer Services in Markham
If you are looking for help with settlement, employment, language assessment and more, check out the free services offered by these organizations.
Credit Counselling Society
Canoo
Youth Assisting Youth
The Housing Help Centre
Newcomer Guides
Great guides for newcomers in English, Chinese and other languages.
Meet Canoo: Offering Newcomers the Best of Canada for Free!
New to Canada? We have partnered with Canoo to thank newcomers for choosing Canada and welcome them with VIP benefits to 1400+ attractions and experiences around the country. If you received your permanent residency within the last five years or your citizenship within the last year, download the Canoo App for free here and activate your lifetime membership. Canoo gives eligible newcomers, and up to four of their children (under 18), free access to hundreds of attractions, experiences, and discounts with leading Canadian brands. Download the app, and start exploring today!
English Language Learning Support in Markham & York Region
Are you looking for English language learning support in Markham or York Region? There are many organizations that provide free classes to help you improve your English skills. Classes are available for all levels, including specialized training for internationally-trained professionals. Find out more about English Language Learning Resources [PDF], opens a new window.
Online Resources
Whether you are looking to learn English, prepare for your Canadian citizenship test, or read about what’s happening back home, we have it all! Checkout our online library resources to get started.
Learn Languages
Mango Languages
Little Pim (Grades Pre-K-1)
Learn Skills
Brainfuse
LearningExpress Library Canada
Udemy
Entertainment
PressReader
Kanopy
Qikan Chinese eMagazine
Blogs
Check out our blog to learn more about what’s available at the library and beyond.
Blogs
10 Useful Library Resources for Newcomers
Prepare for English Proficiency Tests with Your Library Card
How You Can Help Out a Newcomer This Welcoming Week
How You Can Learn English by Reading
Helpful Books
We have a book for each of your settlement questions! Learn about Canadian culture and history, set up your resume, or grab an ESL workbook. Check out our staffcurated list!
Helpful Books
Preparing for Canadian Citizenship, Eh?
Learning English
Helpful Books for Newcomers to Canada
Finding a Job in Canada
Newcomer Resources
There are many services available to help you settle in Canada. Check out these websites to get started.
Discover Canada
Settlement Information in 30 Languages
