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7 Ways to Learn English at the Library

Learning English can be a challenge! Checkout our resources to explore how we can support all of your language-learning needs.
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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.

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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

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Mango Languages

An online language-learning system teaching actual conversation skills for a wide variety of languages.
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Toefl Course

Practice test for TOEFL iBT®
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Little Pim (Grades Pre-K-1)

An online resource to teach your child a foreign language(Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, etc)

Learn Skills

Brainfuse Teen
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Brainfuse

Get in that back-to-school mindset with Brainfuse’s vast array of resources to support students of all grade levels.
Teen learning
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LearningExpress Library Canada

For primary grade to adult learners, each Learning Center offers specialized practice tests, exercises, skill-building courses...
Learning Hub
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Learning Hub

The Learning HUB offers online skills upgrading courses that can improve reading, writing, math, and computer skills to help you prepare...

Entertainment

PressReader newspapers and magazines
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PressReader

Catch up on local, national and international news in the comfort of your home. Your library card gives you FREE access to PressReader.
Kanopy
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Kanopy

Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides instant access to 30,000+ critically acclaimed movies, documentaries and ...
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Qikan Chinese eMagazine

Access 1,500 full-text popular magazines published in mainland China. You can choose to read in traditional or simple characters.

Blogs

Check out our blog to learn more about what’s available at the library and beyond.

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CICS

The Centre for Immigrant and Community Services’ Immigrant Youth Centre is fully funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. We provide services to newcomer youth, ages 13 to 24, at no cost. Services include academic support, recreational programs, volunteer opportunities and pre-employment support.

Want to learn more about settling in York Region?

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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

Newcomer Resources

There are many services available to help you settle in Canada. Check out these websites to get started.

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