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Notice: The book return at St. John's Library will be unavailable until further notice. Please return material at West Kildonan Library's book return during the closure. / Le guichet de retour de la Bibliothèque de St. John's ne sera pas disponible jusqu' à nouvel ordre. Veuillez retourner vos articles à la Biliothèque de Kildonan-Ouest pendant la fermeture.

Notice: Face masks are strongly recommended / Les masques sont fortement recommandés.

Winnipeg Public Library

Newcomers/EAL

Welcome to Winnipeg Public Library!

At the Library, you and your family can:

  • Borrow books, magazines, movies, music, and more! Did you know that you can find books in over 30 languages? And dual (bilingual) children's books too. See the World Languages at Your Library guide.
  • Read or study. You can find a place to study, or just to relax with a newspaper. Bring your family and read together!
  • Come to a program. Register for story times for children and families, concerts, computer workshops, and more. We have programs for children, teens, and adults. There are many choices and they are all free.
  • Use a computer. You can use computers with internet and MS Office. Or, bring your own device and use our free wireless internet.
  • Take an online course. There are courses that can help you with speaking English, writing in English, and other skills. Find a list of EAL courses on our Info Guides site.
  • Ask questions. Library staff will help you find the answers.

Please see our Newcomer and EAL Info Guide for library information in several languages, classroom activities, citizenship information, and more.

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Last update: November 3, 2022

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