Books, Magazines and DVDs in many languages
 

Now Open in Durham Region!

Welcome Centre Immigrant Services is now open with two locations in Durham Region.  The Centres offer a variety of services for newcomers and immigrants, including: settlement services, English language classes, employment supports, accreditation information and much more!
 

Computers for English as a Second Language

Please note: this course is only available to people with English as a second language. Registration is required and begins September 6, 2011. Please register at the Reference Desk; by calling the Reference Department at 905-668-6531, ext. 2020 or online.

Mondays from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
February 6th to April 2nd, 2012
Whitby Central Library

A second course will run from
April 23rd to June 18th, 2012

Citizenship Preparation Course

This course prepares immigrants to become Canadian citizens.  Information about Canada's history, geography and government are some of the topics discussed.  This program is offered in partnership with the Durham Catholic District School Board.  To register, please contact the Continuing Education department at 905-683-7713.

Mondays from 6:15-8:45 p.m.
Whitby Central Library
Starting April 23rd, 2012 for 4 weeks

Settlement Workers at Central Library

Are you new to Canada? Do you have questions about: Employment, Housing, Health, Ontario School System, Fun activities & other resources in Durham Region? Settlement Workers from the Community Development Council of Durham are available to help you access programs and services in your new community. No registration needed.

Ongoing Mondays from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Whitby Central Library Lobby

English Conversation Circles

Do you want to practice your English language skills?  We can help! Drop by the Whitby Central Library Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.

For more information call Bozena 905 686-2661 or email: bstobinska@cdcd.org.  The Conversation Circle is run by Settlement Services of Community Development Council Durham.

Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Whitby Central Library

New Photo ID Card Available
 

You can now apply for a new government-issued photo identification card. If you are 16 and over and do not drive you will be able to use this card for travel, open a bank account, and any other activities that require official ID. 

Learning Express

Learning Express is a collection of online tutorials and practice tests, accessible 24/7 online through the library website.  It includes practice tests for a wide range of academic and career-oriented exams (including TOEFL, the GED and the Canadian Citizenship exam) as well as lessons for basic skills in reading, writing, and math and tutorials on a wide variety of software.

Learning Express is part of our collection of Career and Education databases available through the research and database section of our website.  Check it out!

 Whitby Public Library has many services for newcomers and for multicultural groups

English as a Second Language (ESL) Readers and materials to help improve your English