Black History Month Reads at the ORL
Black History Month invites readers to explore stories, histories, and voices that reflect the depth and diversity of Black experience. To mark the month, ORL librarians have curated several ORL…
Come On Down! (The Benefits of Just Being Here)
Screens are a constant part of daily life. They help us learn, work, and stay connected, but they also mean many of our interactions happen alone, even when others are…
Phyllis’ Story and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Each year on 30 September, Canadians mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day is both solemn and hopeful: it honours the children who never returned from residential…
Reflecting on Gender Equality Week 2025
Gender Equality Week 2025 takes place from September 21 to 27, offering Canadians an opportunity to celebrate progress in gender equity while reflecting on the barriers that remain. Since being…
Super Librarian Barbie: From Toy Bin to Tastemaker
Picture it: a dusty thrift store bin. A plastic action figure, mildly scuffed, moderately poseable, entirely overlooked. Then came a library card and a creative Maker Educator with a cool…
Why Emancipation Day Matters in Canada
August 1 marks Emancipation Day in Canada, the date the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect across the British Empire in 1834. Officially recognized by the House of…
Understanding Disability Pride
Every year in July, Disability Pride Month celebrates persons who experience disability, their identities and culture, and their positive contributions to society. The event aims to change the way people…
National Indigenous History Month: Celebrating Indigenous Diversity
June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada—a time to honour the rich cultures, enduring traditions, and diverse histories of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Indigenous communities have…