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Programs

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    White Cat Statue

    Celebrated annually in May, Asian Heritage Month commemorates the numerous ways that Asian Canadians have contributed to shaping Canada’s history. 

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    Established and emerging authors will draw you into their worlds as they read aloud from their written works and share their experiences.

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    A Vancouver Public Library worker reads a book to children and their caregivers in a park-like setting.

    The BiblioBike is an electric cargo trike that brings the Vancouver Public Library to you! Learn more about where we’re headed next!

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    A banner featuring a black-and-white photo taken in 1959 of Olympic athletes Valerie and Harry Jerome running together. The words “Black History Month” in white text appear on a red background to the right. Image from VPL Special Collections (Accession Number: 61387)

    February is Black History Month. Celebrate with us by learning more about the history and achievements of Black Canadians, participating in events, and more!

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    Illustrated books on a shelf

    What’s the only thing that’s better than reading fresh and engaging books? Chatting about them in one of the library’s lively English or Chinese book clubs!

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    Hands Making a Heart Shape

    VPL is collecting and delivering Caring Cards for isolated residents.

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    First Nations people in button blankets at Quatsino Sound

    At Connection to Kith and Kin Online, experts help Indigenous participants search online records for family documents.

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    Our classes and drop-ins will help you unleash your creativity and embark upon a new digital project in VPL’s Inspiration Lab or Bud Osborn Creation Space.

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    From the basics of internet searching to building your first website, we have a technology class for you!

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    Two adults reading to a group of children

    Our workshops focus on early language and literacy development and provide free professional development for Early Childhood Educators (ECE), childcare providers and adults working with children in Vancouver.