Let the library help you learn from home! We have online resources aimed at our younger learners as well as those in older grades or high school.
You will need a library account to use these resources. Apply for a free card here.
If you are a new user of our online resources, take a look at our Digital Library or browse what we have below:
1. BrainFuse HelpNow: Your Personal Online Tutor (All Ages)
Best for: Students of all ages (K-Post-Secondary) and even adult learners
- Where to find: BrainFuse website | Mobile - App Store | Mobile - Google Play
- Why You'll love it: Get live one-on-one tutoring from experts, plus study resources and test prep.
- Getting Started: BrainFuse Getting Started Guide.
- Devices: Can be accessed from a web browser or the BrainFuse mobile app.
- Learn more about Brainfuse on our website.
2. PebbleGo: Fun Facts for Little Learners (JK- Grade 3)
Best for: Kids in early grades
- Where to find: PebbleGo website
- Why You'll love it: Discover animals, dinosaurs, science, biographies, and more through interactive test, audio, and videos.
- Getting Started: What is PebbleGo? | Parent Resources | Downloadable Activities | Indoor Reading Bingo Card
- Devices: Can be read in a web browser. Downloadable articles and activities.
- Learn more about PebbleGo.
3. Primary Search: Magazines & Easy Research
Best for: Projects and assignments in grade 4-8
- Where to find: Primary Search website
- Getting Started: About Primary Search
- Why You'll Love it: Access popular kid's magazines, encyclopedias, and images. All in one place!
- Devices: Can be read in a web browser. Articles can be downloaded and printed for offline use.
4. Gale eBooks – Kids - Homework-Ready eBooks
Best for: Elementary - Intermediate school research projects.
- Where to find: Gale eBooks - Kids website
- Why you'll love it: Use digital encyclopedias and reference books to back up assignments.
- Devices: Can be read in a web browser.
- Pro tip: Print or save chapters for quick study notes.
5. Canadian Points of View - Ace Your Debates & Essays
Best for: Intermediate School age - High School teens working on persuasive essays or current events projects.
- Where to find: Canadian Point of View website
- Why You'll love it: Explore both sides of hot topics with essays, news articles, and transcripts.
- Getting Started: About Canadian Points of View
- Devices: Can be read in a web browser. Articles can be downloaded and printed.
6. EBSCO Explora - All-in-One Research Hub
Best for: High School students and advanced projects
- Where to find: EBSCO Explora website
- Why You'll love it: Access articles from books, journals, news, and magazines. Plus lesson plans and curriculum links.
- Getting Started: About EBSCO Explora
- Devices: Can be read in a web browser. Articles can be downloaded and printed.
7. Curio - Watch, Listen, Learn
Best for: Visual and auditory learners
- Where to find: Curio website
- Why You'll love it: Stream documentaries, podcasts, and shows from CBC, BBC, Radio-Canada, and National Geographic.
- Getting Started: About Curio
- Devices: Can be used in a browser. Shows are not downloadable.
- Pro tip: Check out the teacher guides for extra learning support.