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Ancestry Databases Magazines, Newspapers and Journals Library Card Required.

Ancestry® Library Edition delivers billions of records including census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more. It brings the world’s most popular consumer online genealogy resource to your library. It’s an unprecedented online collection of individuals from North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, and more.

 

*Ancestry discontinued remote access on December 31, 2021. Ancestry is available for in-library use only.*

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Auto Repair Databases Library Card Required.

Powered by the automotive experts at MOTOR, Auto Repair Source provides the most accurate, authoritative and up-to-date service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles.

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BrainFuse – JobNow Library Card Required.

Job search resources, including job coaching, resume critiques, interview practice, and local job postings. Live online job coaching is available daily from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

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Canadian Reference Centre Databases Library Card Required.

The largest collection of regional full-text content available to Canadian schools and libraries. The database includes leading Canadian and international periodicals, reference books and biographies, plus thousands of images from the Canadian Press.

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Consumer Reports Databases Magazines, Newspapers and Journals Library Card Required.

Consumer Reports is an independent, nonprofit member organization that works side by side with consumers for truth, transparency, and fairness in the marketplace. They publish reviews and comparisons of products and services based on reporting and results from their in-house testing laboratory and survey research centre. Check out Consumer Reports for helpful buying guides for various products and services! 

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creativebug Library Card Required.

Creativebug offers unlimited access to 1000+ online art and craft classes taught by expert instructors for all ages and skill levels. Topics include art & design, sewing, quilting, paper, fibre arts, jewellery, and food & home. New classes are released every day and Creativebug includes downloadable patterns, templates, and recipes.

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G1.ca

Free G1 Practice Tests, based on the official Ontario Driver’s Handbook. Ad-free, unlimited use, and no registration required. An app and the M1 Motorcycle Test also available.



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hoopla Audiobooks eBooks eComics Magazines, Newspapers and Journals Movies and TV Music Streaming Library Card Required.

hoopla gives you access to movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics, magazines, and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, TV or phone! Titles can be streamed immediately (no waitlists!), or downloaded to your phone or tablet for offline enjoyment. With thousands of titles to choose from, and more being added daily, hoopla is like having your public library at your fingertips. Anytime. Anywhere. All you need is your Pickering Public Library card to get started!

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Kids Speak

Kids Speak is a fun, interactive, easy-to-use language-learning program for young learners, ages 6+. Available languages include Chinese, English, French, German, Italian and Spanish. 


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Libby by OverDrive Audiobooks eBooks eComics Movies and TV Library Card Required.

A large collection of ebooks, audiobooks and videos with options for adults, teens and children. Easily access your next favourite book on your eReader, tablet or phone with Libby by OverDrive and your Pickering Public Library card. 

*On May 1st, 2023, the legacy OverDrive app was removed from all app stores. Libby is the primary supported app for devices. You can find more information about making the switch to Libby on the OverDrive website here. Please note, Kobo devices should not be impacted by the sunsetting of the OverDrive app as they rely on a different OverDrive integration.*

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MasterFILE Premier Databases Library Card Required.

Designed specifically for public libraries, this database provides full-text magazines, reference books and primary source documents. It also includes an extensive image collection containing photos, maps and flags.

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NoveList K-8 Plus Databases Library Card Required.

Created especially for children, NoveList K-8 Plus is the premier online database for reading recommendations, helping young readers find just the right book to read. This comprehensive source of popular and professional book information includes expert recommendations, reviews, articles, book lists and more.

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NoveList Plus Databases Library Card Required.

Created especially for people who love books, NoveList Plus is the premier online database for reading recommendations, helping readers of all ages find just the right book to read! This comprehensive source of popular and professional book information includes expert recommendations, reviews, articles, book lists and more.

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Primary Search Databases

Primary Search is a full-text database of carefully curated content for elementary school libraries. It includes full text for the most popular children's magazines, e-books, and easy-to-read encyclopedic entries written specifically for kids.

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Primary Search Reference eBook Collection Databases Library Card Required.

This eBook reference collection offers a rich selection of eBook titles covering a broad range of general reference subjects for primary school students. Topics include social studies, history, language arts, geography, culture, math, and science.

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