At Central Library, you can visit the Newcomers Desk without an appointment to meet with Immigrant Services Calgary, who can provide information on immigration, citizenship, housing, employment, English language learning, healthcare, childcare, transportation, recreation, education, and more.
Read more about "Get settled at the Newcomer Desk"Search Canadian history from the 16th century to 20th century through monographs (books), serials (newspapers, annuals and periodicals), and government publications. Find information on major historical events, the development of institutions, genealogy, Canadian literature and politics, trades and tariffs, and more. In English and French.
Read more about "Research Canadian history with heritage sources and scholarly journals"Engage with Canadian history and culture with over 30,000 multimedia items, including articles, videos, images, maps, and games. Educators and Students can delve deeper into topics with education guides, curated exhibits, timelines, classroom resources, quizzes and study guides.In English and French.
Read more about "Discover the diverse history and culture of Canada"Find practice tests for occupations such as firefighting, law enforcement including RCMP, Canadian armed forces, cosmetology, nursing, and real estate. Prepare and practice for GED.Newcomers can find Canadian citizenship tests and English language proficiency tests, such as IELTS, TOEIC and TOEFL. Students in Grades 4 and up can also practice their reading and math skills.Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial on Niche Academy: Learning Express Tutorial.
Read more about "Practice tests and tutorials for careers, newcomers, and students in Grades 4 and up"Volunteer Qualifications Fluent in English Human resources and/or career planning background preferred Strong facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively with diverse populations Volunteer Responsibilities Attend an orientation and training session Help participants with career development Participate in the program for a minimum of one year
Read more about "Volunteer Qualifications Volunteer Responsibilities"Volunteer Qualifications High School students Ages 15 to17 Strong reading and speaking skills in English Positive attitude, reliable, patient, able to stay on task Volunteer Responsibilities Attend volunteer orientation and training session Provide support to participants as directed by staff lead Be a positive role model
Read more about "Volunteer Qualifications Volunteer Responsibilities"Volunteer Qualifications Fluent in English Strong facilitation skills Active listening skills Good interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively with people from all backgrounds and all skill levels Volunteer Responsibilities Attend an orientation and training session Commit to all dates of the program Create a supportive, fun, and rewarding environment
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Read more about "Exploring Identity, Love, and Being Black in America in Fiction Writing: A Conversation with Award-Winning Author Jason Mott"Use this resource to find maps of Canada, information about the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, a glossary of Indigenous terms, contemporary and historical photography, and more.Created by The Royal Canadian Geographical Society in conjunction with the Assembly of First Nations, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, the Métis Nation, the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, and Indspire. This resource was created for Grades 5 and up.In English and French.
Read more about "Indigenous perspectives shared through maps, artwork, history, and culture."'\n ', 'Find course lessons, reviews, and practice tests for students in grades 3 to 12. From science and math to social studies and English, Solaro follows the Alberta curriculum and provides online access to the same information found in ', 'The Key', '\xa0', 'study guides.', '\n '
Read more about "'The Alberta Study Guides Online'"'\n ', 'Search Canadian history from the 16th century to 20th century through monographs (books), serials (newspapers, annuals and periodicals), and government publications. Find information on major historical events, the development of institutions, genealogy, Canadian literature and politics, trades and tariffs, and more.\xa0', 'In English and French.', '\n '
Read more about "'Research Canadian history with heritage sources and scholarly journals'"Discover the joys of reading as a family The Family Reading Kits for 2023 are four different titles for children ages 6-17 and one picture book for younger readers. The kits are a booklet with discussion questions to spark lively conversation, related activities, and more staff-recommended titles to read aloud as a family or in your classroom. Family Reading Kits are self-led, so your family can read as many as they like! Download your booklet to the end of December 2023 and happy reading!
Read more about "Discover the joys of reading as a family"Volunteer Qualifications Able to work independently Fluent in the English language Strong public speaking skills Outgoing and friendly personality Enjoys learning new things and sharing their knowledge Enjoys interacting with all types of people Able to move around the building for the duration of their shift Architecture enthusiasts or professionals in the field are encouraged to apply Volunteer Responsibilities Attend an orientation and training session Lead tours, following the guidelines and using the content information provided by Library staff Engage patrons and share knowledge both to small groups or one-on-one Interact with stakeholders in a friendly and respectful manner Abide by the Volunteer Standards of Conduct
Read more about "Volunteer Qualifications Volunteer Responsibilities"'\n ', "Research a wide variety of health subjects from specific diseases to your overall health. Topics include fitness, nutrition, diabetes, aging, women's health, children's health and more.", 'You will also find\xa0', 'Clinical Reference Systems', "\xa0reports,\xa0in both English and Spanish, and\xa0Merriam-Webster's ", 'Medical Desk Dictionary', '.', 'Not sure how to start? Watch the tutorial in Niche Academy: ', 'Health Source tutorial', '\n '
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