Library News

Every June, Canada celebrates National Indigenous History Month. This is an opportunity to honour the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences and histories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people...

National Youth Week takes place from May 1 – 7, dedicated to celebrating youth and their active participation in their community - whether through sports, dance, civic engagement, volunteering, and more.

This May, BPL is bringing you our first ever Tea Festival! Check out our fun and exciting programs offered all month long...

Looking to build your tech, creative or business skills for work? Maybe you’re switching career paths or wanting to take on a new side hustle or hobby - you can do it all with LinkedIn Learning! Free with your library card.

This year's National Volunteer Week theme is The Value of One, The Power of Many. We're celebrating the value of one person sharing their passions and giving their time to the Barrie Public Library, and the power of many volunteers promoting inclusion, education and literacy to an entire community.