Newcomers

Programs, Services & Resources

The New Tecumseth Public Library is pleased to provide resources and services that are inclusive and mindful of Simcoe County’s changing demographics.

Did you know that you can do many exciting things at a public library in Simcoe County? Public library staff are trained to assist you in connecting with service providers who will help you and your family to feel at home in your community. They can recommend programs, events, services, and resources. They can help you find materials that you might be interested in such as books, DVDs, magazines, audiobooks, and newspapers. Many of these items are available in multiple languages. Library staff can also tell you how to find services in your community such as applying or renewing your health card or getting a pass to a cultural attraction.

Ask staff to take a tour of the Library and help you register for a library membership card today!

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If you are new to the Library, to Simcoe County, or to Canada, your public library will help you feel welcome and at home.

If you live in Barrie, Innisfil, Midland, or Orillia the YMCA can help you to access employment, language, and settlement support services. More information is available here: https://ymcaofsimcoemuskoka.ca

The Welcome Centre Mobile Unit provides settlement to newcomers in all other communities throughout the County. Regular service delivery sites are located in Alliston, Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, and Orillia. However, if you live in another community, the Mobile Unit can meet you at a more convenient location.

If you are interested in information on having your international education, work experience and skills recognized by local employers, you may benefit from an appointment with the Mobile Unit’s Accreditation and Qualification Information Service. This service is available anywhere in Simcoe County. More information is available here: https://immigration.simcoe.ca/

If you are interested in learning English, French or another language, these resources can help you:

Transparent Languages Online empowers you to learn anywhere, anytime, for any language goal — in 100+ languages.

Simcoe Muskoka SkillForce –Skillforce enhances workforce and literacy services in our community by coordinating planning, research, and innovation among our partners.

Next Step Literacy Council of South Simcoe assigns you to experienced staff who will provide free literacy, numeracy, and computer training.

Barrie Literacy Council provides literacy, numeracy, and English as a Second Language (ESL) training.

YMCA of Simcoe-Muskoka provides employment, literacy, and newcomer services such as English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, assistance in completing forms, arranging for interpreters and translators, and information on community services.

Conversation Circles: If you would like to join one, speak with a member of the library staff.

This link will take you to the Immigration Simcoe site: http://immigration.simcoe.ca.

It is an online resource for newcomers in Simcoe County where you can learn about local community and immigration services; finding work and doing business; and how to make connections with local agencies.

Libraries in Simcoe County have Books, DVDs, Audiobooks, Tablets, Views, Magazines and Newspapers in the following languages:

تحتوي المكتبات في مقاطعة Simcoe على كتب وأقراص DVD وكتب مسموعة وأجهزة لوحية وآراء ومجلات وصحف بلغتك.
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Bibliotheken in Simcoe County hebben boeken, dvd’s, audioboeken, tablets, views, tijdschriften en kranten in de volgende talen.
Bibliotheken in Simcoe County bieten Bücher, DVDs, Hörbücher, Tablets, Ansichten, Zeitschriften und Zeitungen in den folgenden Sprachen an.
As bibliotecas no Condado de Simcoe têm livros, DVDs, audiolivros, tablets, visualizações, revistas e jornais nos seguintes idiomas.
В библиотеках округа Симко есть книги, DVD, аудиокниги, планшеты, обзоры, журналы и газеты на следующих языках.
Las bibliotecas del condado de Simcoe tienen libros, DVD, audiolibros, tabletas, vistas, revistas y periódicos en los siguientes idiomas.
Ang mga aklatan sa Simcoe County ay mayroong Mga Libro, DVD, Audiobook, Tablet, View, Magazines at Pahayagan sa mga sumusunod na wika.
سمکوئ کاؤنٹی میں کتب خانوں میں درج ذیل زبانوں میں
کتابیں ، DVDs ، آڈیو بُکس ، گولیاں ، مناظر ، رسالے اور اخبارات موجود ہیں۔
Các thư viện ở Simcoe County có Sách, DVD, Sách nói, Máy tính bảng, Chế độ xem, Tạp chí và Báo bằng các ngôn ngữ sau.

The material is available for both adults and children but not all languages are available in all formats. Ask a New Tecumseth Public Library staff member which formats are available.

Libby OverDrive, one of the two eBook and eAudiobook platforms available through NTPL, supports 10 languages. The list of supported languages can be found at: https://www.libbylife.com/2023-05-18-5-new-language-options-in-the-libby-app-how-to-adjust-your-settings. Instructions for changing the app language can be found at: https://help.libbyapp.com/en-us/6116.htm.

cloudLibrary, our second eBook and eAudiobook platform, also supports multiple languages.

PressReader provides online access to 7,000+ newspapers and magazines. Read instantly or download for later. Translation available into up to 60 languages.

Most of our online resources have built-in language support. Explore all of our resources at: https://ntpl.ca/online-resources/.

Ask a library staff member if you need assistance accessing any of our online resources from home.

The Settlement Worker in Schools (SWIS) program can provide service for new Canadian children and youth throughout all local schools in the County of Simcoe. The main objective of the program is to assist the child, youth and family to integrate into their school and community.

Visit: https://ymcaofsimcoemuskoka.ca/swis/.

Simcoe County District School Board, in partnership with the government of Ontario, provides English as a Second Language (ESL) training for adults (18+).

The ESL program serves learners at CLB (Canadian Level Benchmarks) Levels 1–6, from beginner to intermediate. Whether you are just starting to learn English or looking to strengthen your communication skills, SCDSB’s courses are designed to help you gain confidence in real-world situations.

Learn more at: www.thelearningcentres.com/programs/adult_esl.

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Newcomers

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