Toronto Public Library, Toronto Reference Library

Toronto Public Library

Service: Toronto Reference Library

Record #: MET0658

Last Full Update: 10 Jun 2024

Contact Information

Office Phone	416-395-5577 ; Answerline: 416-397-5981 ; TTY Relay Service: 7-1-1
Website	www.torontopubliclibrary.ca

Agency Information

Legal Status

(50) Non Profit

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)	Adult reference and research library with materials in over 80 languages access to computers, Internet, printers information and programs for newcomers job search programs and materials language learning materials arts, picture and video collections Services for People with Disabilities: equipment, collections Digital Innovation Hub: 3D printing, sound and video production, green screen technology self-publishing press IntelliSearch: 416-393-7241; customized bibliographic search service providing quick access to databases, fee Book a Librarian: service for personal assistance with information needs Marilyn and Charles Baillie Special Collections Centre: includes the Arthur Conan Doyle Collection and the Baldwin Collection of Canadiana Bram and Bluma Appel Salon: event rentals space
Hours	Mon-Fri 9 am-8:30 pm, Sat 9 am-5 pm, Sun 1:30 pm-5 pm (except holiday weekends)
Areas Served	Toronto
Eligibility	No restrictions
Application	Call or visit website for information
Languages	English, French
Fees	None

Site Information

Located In Community	Toronto
Address & Map	789 Yonge St Toronto, ON Canada M4W 2G8
Intersection	Yonge St and Bloor St E
Mailing Address	789 Yonge St Toronto, ON Canada M4W 2G8
Physical Access	Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms

Categories and Classification

HCSD Main Heading	Arts / Culture ; Community Programs ; Newcomers
HCSD Sub Heading	Computer and Internet Access ; Language Instruction ; Libraries ; Newcomer Settlement Services ; Public Libraries ; Refugees
Service Categories	3D Printing ; Braille Materials/Collections ; Graphic/Digital Design Services ; Job Search Resource Centres ; Language Instruction ; Makerspaces ; Newcomer Settlement Services ; Public Access Computers/Tools ; Public Internet Access Sites ; Public Libraries

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