eResources

Chilton Library--vehicle repair on all makes and models

Chilton Library represents the most authoritative automotive repair information available to car owners. There are thousands of year, make and model combinations covering the most popular vehicles of the past 30 years plus additional coverage of specialty models.
Login with your 14-digit physical library card or online card number.

Consumer Reports--ratings and reviews 

Consumer Reports offers non-biased reviews, ratings, and recommendations on thousands of items - from cars to household appliances. Includes articles, videos and more.  
Login with your 14-digit physical library card or online card number.

Freegal® Music--Free and legal music to download and stream including 9,000 eBooks

Three downloads per week per patron.

Freegal® Music is an ad-free music downloading service. Simply log in using your 14-digit library card number and your PIN to access today’s hits, and a readily available collection of over 1 million albums consisting of 15+ million songs and over 40 000 music videos from more than 200 genres that originate in over 100 countries, and 9,000 eBooks. There is no software to download and no digital rights management (DRM) restrictions; just download your files and go! 

Every patron has access to three song downloads per week. Songs are yours to keep. Use Freegal's wishlist feature to keep track of songs and artists you are interested in! Your account also allows you to stream three hours of music per day. Music videos and audiobooks are also available through Freegal® Music.

Access Freegal® Music now. Download directly to your computer or use the Freegal® Music app for your Apple device or Android device. Download the instruction booklet to get started. 

Gale eBooks--eBooks appealing to non-fiction readers

Gale eBooks offer patrons an award-winning, hassle-free eBook experience—anytime, anywhere, and on any device. 

Choose from the following non-fiction Gale eBook collections: Arts, Biography, Business, Education, Environment, General Reference, History, Information and Publishing, Law, Literature, Medicine, Multicultural Studies, Nation and World, Religion, Science, Social Science, and Technology.

hoopla--eAudioBooks, eBooks, comics, music, movies, documentaries

hoopla will be offering Bonus Borrows for the month of February. Patrons can choose from hundreds of titles from the Bonus Borrow collection, and still retain their five borrows per month.

Borrow, listen, read, and enjoy on hoopla. Includes a selection of movies, television shows, educational/instructional videos, documentaries, music, audiobooks, eBooks, and comics via your browser, smartphone, or tablet (via iOS (Apple) devices and select Android devices). 

Hoopla has released TV apps for AppleTV, AndroidTV, Roku, and Amazon FireTV 3rd Generation as well as the Chromecast Ultra device. Patrons can download a hoopla app to view content on their televisions. hoopla is not compatible with Kobo eReaders since they currently only support viewing in ePub, Adobe PDF, plain text, and HTML. The device must be able to download the hoopla digital app for it to be a compatible device as well as it has to run one of our supported operating systems. hoopla works on most devices running Android 4.4 and above and then all devices that run iOS 11.4 and above. 

Need to know how to set up hoopla on your TV, please read the hoopla FAQ page.

No waiting lists. No holds. No late fees. Instant availability. Borrow (download or stream) 5 items per month.
Get started enjoying hoopla.

Kids Mode: open the hoopla app on your device, select "settings", and flip the toggle to put hoopla into Kids Mode. Doing so only affects the device and not your account. Need to turn off Kids Mode? Simply go back to settings and flip the toggle back to off.

hoopla also supports Amazon Alexa devices including support for the Echo, Dot, Spot, and Show.

NoveList K-8® Plus and Novelist® Plus--find your next author or title

NoveList K-8® Plus books are searchable through an easy-to-use interface with a single search bar that makes finding books and other content quick and simple. NoveList® K-8 Plus is designed to help you find your next great book (for kindergarten to Grade 8). This database contains information on over 70,000 fiction titles. 
Login with your 14-digit physical library card or online card number.

NoveList® Plus helps you find your next great read. With well over 200,000 fiction and readable nonfiction titles included plus featured content of award-winning book lists, Book Discussion Guides, BookTalks, Recommended Reads and more.  
Login with your 14-digit physical library card or online card number.

OverDrive--eBooks and eAudiobooks

Get started with OverDrive.

Important Notice:  Since September 1, 2020, the OverDrive app and OverDrive websites have displayed messaging on devices currently using TLS 1.0 and 1.1 to alert affected users of the updated system requirements, with a link to this help article. Now that this change is complete, affected users will no longer be able to access your OverDrive service from devices using TLS 1.0 or 1.1.

We understand the inconvenience this may cause for your patrons on affected devices. This change was necessary to uphold our standards of security and patron privacy, and our commitment to delivering a quality experience to all OverDrive users.

As a reminder, TLS (Transport Layer Security) is the technology that keeps data private when it is sent over a secure (https) internet connection. TLS versions 1.0 and 1.1 date back to 1999 and 2006, respectively, and have since been replaced on most devices by TLS 1.2, which addresses weaknesses and vulnerabilities in the earlier versions. At OverDrive, TLS protects the privacy of patron data, including library card information.

User impact

This update most affects users with older Android devices that cannot upgrade to at least Android version 5, including early Kindle Fires, early Samsung Galaxy tablets, and Kobo Arc devices (all of which were released in 2014 or earlier). Based on our analytics, usage of these devices has been consistently declining and currently accounts for less than 1% of users across all OverDrive libraries. Most devices that don't support TLS 1.2 are also no longer supported by their manufacturers, cannot access other modern apps and websites, and currently offer a substandard experience with many apps and websites.

To keep using the OverDrive app and OverDrive websites, affected patrons need to either update their device's operating system (if possible) to a version that supports TLS 1.2 or switch to a device that supports TLS 1.2.

Libby users on Android devices should not be affected by this change, as Libby’s minimum system requirements were already raised to Android 5 in June 2020.

First time OverDrive users, read the instructions on how to get started. Users may prefer using the Libby app (for Android and Apple). You can use Libby in place of, or in addition to, the OverDrive app. Of course, you can also continue to use the OverDrive app exclusively if you'd rather not try Libby at this time.  Need help? OverDrive now offers Front Line Tech Support. Email Ruth, eServices Library Technician, for any tech issues you are encountering.

Want to see the current, popular titles? What others are checking out? Check out our OverDrive Dashboard.

What if I need more help with Libby?

Libby help is available at https://help.libbyapp.com and via the Tips & Secrets option in the app's menu. You can also stop by any of our locations and ask for assistance.

OverDrive eBooks for Kids

Important Notice: Since September 1, 2020, the OverDrive app and OverDrive websites have displayed messaging on devices currently using TLS 1.0 and 1.1 to alert affected users of the updated system requirements, with a link to this help article. Now that this change is complete, affected users will no longer be able to access your OverDrive service from devices using TLS 1.0 or 1.1.

We understand the inconvenience this may cause for your patrons on affected devices. This change was necessary to uphold our standards of security and patron privacy, and our commitment to delivering a quality experience to all OverDrive users.

As a reminder, TLS (Transport Layer Security) is the technology that keeps data private when it is sent over a secure (https) internet connection. TLS versions 1.0 and 1.1 date back to 1999 and 2006, respectively, and have since been replaced on most devices by TLS 1.2, which addresses weaknesses and vulnerabilities in the earlier versions. At OverDrive, TLS protects the privacy of patron data, including library card information.

User impact

This update most affects users with older Android devices that cannot upgrade to at least Android version 5, including early Kindle Fires, early Samsung Galaxy tablets, and Kobo Arc devices (all of which were released in 2014 or earlier). Based on our analytics, usage of these devices has been consistently declining and currently accounts for less than 1% of users across all OverDrive libraries. Most devices that don't support TLS 1.2 are also no longer supported by their manufacturers, cannot access other modern apps and websites, and currently offer a substandard experience with many apps and websites.

To keep using the OverDrive app and OverDrive websites, affected patrons need to either update their device's operating system (if possible) to a version that supports TLS 1.2 or switch to a device that supports TLS 1.2.

Libby users on Android devices should not be affected by this change, as Libby’s minimum system requirements were already raised to Android 5 in June 2020.

OverDrive offers a collection of fiction and non-fiction eBooks, eAudiobooks, and more. 

Users may also download the new OverDrive app called Libby (for Android and Apple). You can use Libby in place of, or in addition to, the OverDrive app. Of course, you can also continue to use the OverDrive app exclusively if you'd rather not try Libby at this time. Want to see the current, popular titles? What others are checking out? Check out our OverDrive Dashboard.

Need help? OverDrive now offers Front Line Tech Support. Email Ruth, eServices Library Technician, for any tech issues you are encountering.

Pressreader--7,000 magazines and newspapers

Pressreader offers 7,000 magazines and newspapers in 60 different languages. Read instantly, or download for later. Access on a mobile device or desktop. Unlimited downloads with free access with your library card/PIN. Pressreader app is available in App Store and Google Play Store. Click Sign In, and choose "Library or Group", search and select "Georgina Public Library (Offsite)", and login with your 14-digit library card number (no spaces) and your PIN and start reading. Tip: If you see the green coffee cup in the top left corner of the screen, you have successfully logged in.

Introducing Pressreader Accessibility:

• On pressreader.com, hit Tab on your keyboard to switch to Accessibility Mode
• Or click the 3-dot menu in the top right corner and select Accessibility Mode
• Voila! You're in. Choose your favorite title and try out all the features

Get the Pressreader Quick Start Guide.

RBdigital Comics--digital comics and graphic novels

RBdigital Comics offers top comics and graphic novels from Marvel and other major brands. Read comics how you want--single issues or a volume. Read on RBdigital apps or online through your browser. Sign-up is easy. Create a username and password, and then sign in. Or if you have already created an RBdigital account to access our other RBdigital products, login in using that account.

RBdigital offers eAudioBooks and eBooks for download to your device. All of the RBdigital titles have unlimited user access, so there is no holds list! Read the instructions on how to get started. First time users will need to register with a user name and password on the RBdigital site. Mobile Devices: Download the RBdigital app. Apps are available from the App Store Google Play, and for the Kindle Fire. Download the instruction sheet to get started.

The RBDigital app:

• combines the RBdigital eAudiobook app with the RBdigital Magazines app to access eAudiobooks and in one app
• features improved navigation and native search
• allows in app preview and checkout of titles
• imports previously checked out items, but you will need to re-download them to view them

RBdigital Magazines--popular online magazines

RBDigital Magazines offers full digital copies of your favourite magazines on a computer, tablet, or mobile device. 
Browse our library's collection of popular titles, with no holds, no checkout periods, and no limit to the number of magazines that you can download.  Once you check out a magazine, it is yours to keep forever: there is no expiry date. The latest issues are released simultaneously with the print edition.

Mobile Devices: Download the RBdigital app from App Store, Google Play, and for the Kindle Fire. Download the instruction sheet to get started.

Tumblebook Library--children's eBooks for Kindergarten to Grade 6

TumbleBook Library has over 1100 titles for Grades Kindergarten to Grade 6, and includes unique animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, National Geographic videos, non-fiction books, playlists, as well as books in Spanish and French. Plus, the collection features Graphic Novels and includes storybooks, read alongs, comics, math, puzzles, and games. It’s a great resource for tech-savvy kids, and teaches them the joy of reading in a format they’ll love.

Gale Business: Entrepreneurship--information to help you with your small business

Gale Business: Entrepreneurship is a comprehensive database covering all major areas of starting, operating, and maintaining a small business including financing, management, marketing, accounting, taxes, and more.

Lynda.com--online learning tutorials on business, software, technology, and creative skills

Lynda.com features hundreds of training tutorials on a wide variety of business, software, technology, and
creative skills, with new courses added all the time. 
Login to Lynda.com with your full 14-digit library card number and your PIN. If you don’t know your PIN, 
please contact us. Once logged in, create your profile. My Profile will help you track your progress in a chosen course, create playlists, and receive recommended Learning Paths based on your interests.

Get your Lynda.com instruction guide. For more details, please visit our Lynda.com page.

Canada in Context--Canada's history, authors, and First Nations

Canada in Context was created especially for researchers and educators studying Canada, its people, and its history. Canada in Context integrates many Gale resources -- like Worldmark Encyclopedia of Canadian provinces, Discovering Authors Canadian Edition, Native North American Almanac and more -- with media-rich options.

Canadian Points of View Reference Centre--Canadian issues

Canadian Points of View Reference Centre is a guide to debating, developing arguments, writing position papers, and development of critical thinking skills. Each Points of View essay includes a series of questions and additional material to generate further thought. Also included are thousands of supporting articles from the world's top political and societal publications.

CPI.Q--Canadian magazines, newspapers, and journals

CPI.Q (Canadian Periodical Index Quarterly) is useful to libraries, professionals, researchers, government institutions and organizations. CPI.Q contains a wealth of Canadian and international periodicals, including: Canada's national newspaper, The Globe and Mail; Maclean's weekly magazine; Canadian News Facts; and encyclopedic reference materials, such as the Canadian Parliamentary Guide and Canadian Newsmakers.

EBSCO eBooks Canadian Subscription Collection

EBSCO eBooks Canadian Subscription Collection offers researchers thousands of e-books from top Canadian publishers and authors. This e-book collection covers a diverse range of subjects including topics pertaining to Canada, Canadian history, native culture, politics and current events. 

Freegal® Music--Free and legal music to download and stream--Canadian artists included

Three downloads per week per patron.

Freegal® Music is an ad-free music downloading service. Simply log in using your 14-digit library card number and your PIN to access today’s hits, and a readily available collection of over 1 million albums consisting of 15+ million songs and over 40 000 music videos from more than 200 genres that originate in over 100 countries. There is no software to download and no digital rights management (DRM) restrictions; just download your files and go! 

Every patron has access to three song downloads per week. Songs are yours to keep. Use Freegal's wishlist feature to keep track of songs and artists you are interested in! Your account also allows you to stream three hours of music per day. Music videos and audiobooks are also available through Freegal® Music.

Access Freegal® Music now. Download directly to your computer or use the Freegal® Music app for your Apple device or Android device. Download the instruction booklet to get started. 

Career Cruising--career guidance and planning tools

Career Cruising is a self-exploration and planning program that helps people of all ages achieve their potential in school, career and life.

The program enables patrons to complete personal assessments, explore career and school options, and build a portfolio of their interests, experiences, and skills. The result is a customized plan aligned to the user’s inputs, and reflective of their unique personality and attributes. With a robust career and school database, an embedded resume builder, and age appropriate exploratory activities, CareerCruising can be used by students for their post-secondary planning, or by job seekers to discover best-suited career options. 

Lynda.com--online learning tutorials on business, software, technology, and creative skills

Lynda.com features hundreds of training tutorials on a wide variety of business, software, technology, and
creative skills, with new courses added all the time. 
Login to Lynda.com with your full 14-digit library card number and your PIN. If you don’t know your PIN, 
please contact us. Once logged in, create your profile. My Profile will help you track your progress in a chosen course, create playlists, and receive recommended Learning Paths based on your interests.

For more details, please visit our Lynda.com page.

RBdigital Comics offers top comics and graphic novels from Marvel and other major brands. Read comics how you want--single issues or a volume. Read on RBdigital apps or online through your browser. Sign-up is easy. Create a username and password, and then sign in. Or if you have already created an RBdigital account to access our other RBdigital products, login in using that account.

hoopla will be offering Bonus Borrows for the month of February. Patrons can choose from hundreds of titles from the Bonus Borrow collection, and still retain their five borrows per month.

Borrow, listen, read, and enjoy on hoopla. Includes a selection of movies, television shows, educational/instructional videos, documentaries, music, audiobooks, eBooks, and comics via your browser, smartphone, or tablet (via iOS (Apple) devices and select Android devices). 

hoopla has released TV apps for AppleTV, AndroidTV, Roku, and Amazon FireTV 3rd Generation as well as the Chromecast Ultra device. Patrons can download a hoopla app to view content on their televisions. hoopla is not compatible with Kobo eReaders since they currently only support viewing in ePub, Adobe PDF, plain text, and HTML. The device must be able to download the hoopla digital app for it to be a compatible device as well as it has to run one of our supported operating systems. hoopla works on most devices running Android 4.4 and above and then all devices that run iOS 11.4 and above. 

Need to know how to set up hoopla on your TV, please read the hoopla FAQ page.

No waiting lists. No holds. No late fees. Instant availability. Borrow (download or stream) 5 items per month.
Get started enjoying hoopla.

Kids Mode: open the hoopla app on your device, select "settings", and flip the toggle to put hoopla into Kids Mode. Doing so only affects the device and not your account. Need to turn off Kids Mode? Simply go back to settings and flip the toggle back to off.

hoopla also supports Amazon Alexa devices including support for the Echo, Dot, Spot, and Show.

hoopla will be offering Bonus Borrows for the month of February. Patrons can choose from hundreds of titles from the Bonus Borrow collection, and still retain their five borrows per month.

Borrow, listen, read, and enjoy on hoopla. Includes a selection of movies, television shows, educational/instructional videos, documentaries, music, audiobooks, eBooks, and comics via your browser, smartphone, or tablet (via iOS (Apple) devices and select Android devices). 

hoopla has released TV apps for AppleTV, AndroidTV, Roku, and Amazon FireTV 3rd Generation as well as the Chromecast Ultra device. Patrons can download a hoopla app to view content on their televisions. hoopla is not compatible with Kobo eReaders since they currently only support viewing in ePub, Adobe PDF, plain text, and HTML. The device must be able to download the hoopla digital app for it to be a compatible device as well as it has to run one of our supported operating systems. hoopla works on most devices running Android 4.4 and above and then all devices that run iOS 11.4 and above. 

Need to know how to set up hoopla on your TV, please read the hoopla FAQ page.

No waiting lists. No holds. No late fees. Instant availability. Borrow (download or stream) 5 items per month. Get started enjoying hoopla.

Kids Mode: open the hoopla app on your device, select "settings", and flip the toggle to put hoopla into Kids Mode. Doing so only affects the device and not your account. Need to turn off Kids Mode? Simply go back to settings and flip the toggle back to off.

hoopla also supports Amazon Alexa devices including support for the Echo, Dot, Spot, and Show.

Discover a world of entertainment with Kanopy. Watch over 30,000 Documentaries, Classic and Indie Films, and courses on Kanopy. Available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, and Chromecast.

• Roku: add the Roku channel to your account here or download from the streaming channel store on your television
• Chromecast: available through the iOS and Android app, as well as through a Chromecast browser
• Apple Airplay: cast from your iOS device to your Apple TV
• Apple TV (app available through app store)
• HDMI: connect your computer to your television via HDMI cable (or Mini DisplayPort to HDMI cable for Mac computers)

Ancestry Library Edition--search for your ancestors from home! 

Access Ancestry Library Edition from home until March 31, 2021.  Login in at home, and enter your 14-digit physical library card number or a 14-digit online card number (get an online card), and get started searching your ancestors. 

Discover your unique family history using Ancestry.ca! This resource includes billions of records from around the world, including from the United States, United Kingdom, and Canadian census and vital records, immigration and passport records, periodicals and books, photos, and more. 

Consumer Health Complete--health information you can trust

Consumer Health Complete is a comprehensive resource for consumer-oriented health content. It is designed to support the information needs of patients, and to foster an overall understanding of health-related topics.

Consumer Reports--ratings and reviews 

Consumer Reports contains the complete contents of Consumer Reports Magazine. Browse or search for product information on everything from cars to toasters.

Kanopy--classic and indie films, documentaries

Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides access to over 10,500 videos. They include the following subjects: social sciences, global studies & languages, K-12 education, design, fashion, music, literature, business, health, nursing, medicine, children's health, media studies, marketing, biology, mathematics, philosophy & religion, biology, computer science & IT, psychology, sociology, justice studies, law, technical training, and more. Discover a world of entertainment with Kanopy. Watch over 30,000 Documentaries, Classic and Indie Films, and courses on Kanopy. Available on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, and Chromecast. 

• Roku: add the Roku channel to your account here or download from the streaming channel store on your television
• Chromecast: available through the iOS and Android app, as well as through a Chromecast browser
• Apple Airplay: cast from your iOS device to your Apple TV
• Apple TV (app available through app store)
• HDMI: connect your computer to your television via HDMI cable (or Mini DisplayPort to HDMI cable for Mac computers)

Read the instruction sheet on how to signup.

Gale in Context Elementary--homework help 

Gale in Context Elementary (includes Kids InfoBits) has learning activities for primary school students, and includes indexed, searchable content with: 

• more than 16,600 images to visually enhance projects.
• over 1,700 charts and graphs for students to easily download and add to reports.
• more than 600 high-quality educational videos.
• over 1,050 topic pages for "one-stop-shop" learning.

Lynda.com--online learning tutorials on business, software, technology, and creative skills

Lynda.com features hundreds of training tutorials on a wide variety of business, software, technology, and
creative skills, with new courses added all the time. 
Login to Lynda.com with your full 14-digit library card number and your PIN. If you don’t know your PIN, 
please contact us. Once logged in, create your profile. My Profile will help you track your progress in a chosen course, create playlists, and receive recommended Learning Paths based on your interests.

Get your Lynda.com instruction guide.

For more details, please visit our Lynda.com page.

PebbleGo--Animals and Science

PebbleGo offers interactive content, reading supports, learning activities and educational games about animals and science.

SIRS Discoverer--homework and research help

TumbleBook Library

Consumer Health Complete--health information you can trust

Consumer Health Complete is a comprehensive resource for consumer-oriented health content. It is designed to support the information needs of patients, and to foster an overall understanding of health-related topics.

Consumer Health information French

Consumer Health Information French provides evidence-based health care information in French. Content is written by professional health care writers under the supervision of licensed health care professionals and information is updated on a regular basis. This eResource contains evidence-based health care information; covers two hundred of the most commonly asked health questions; provides medical illustrations; and content is written at a Grade 3 to Grade 7 reading level.

Teen Health & Wellness--health information for teens

Teen Health & Wellness: Real life, real answers: created for teens with their unique concerns and perspective in mind, but will also be useful for parents, teachers, and others who are part of a teen's life.

RBdigital LawDepot--Create and personalize legal documents

RBdigital LawDepot allows each patron to create their own legal personalized specific to their state/province and personal situation.

• Individual and Personalized -- create, modify, and save hundreds of every-day personal and business legal documents.
• Easy Patron Set Up and Use -- question and answer method to enter vital information once - and then LawDepot builds the form needed and puts patron-entered information into the proper locations within the document to eliminate redundant entry, keying errors, and form-confusion.
• Province Specific -- each form is built to provincial standards to assure you get the form ready for notary, filing and other local transactions. 

Access RBdigital Law Depot and create a username and password.

Three downloads per week per patron.

Freegal® Music is an ad-free music downloading service. Simply log in using your 14-digit library card number and your PIN to access today’s hits, and a readily available collection of over 1 million albums consisting of 15+ million songs and over 40 000 music videos from more than 200 genres that originate in over 100 countries, and 9,000 eBooks. There is no software to download and no digital rights management (DRM) restrictions; just download your files and go! 

Every patron has access to three song downloads per week. Songs are yours to keep. Use Freegal's wishlist feature to keep track of songs and artists you are interested in! Your account also allows you to stream three hours of music per day. Music videos and audiobooks are also available through Freegal® Music.

Access Freegal® Music now. Download directly to your computer or use the Freegal® Music app for your Apple device or Android device. Download the instruction booklet to get started. 

hoopla will be offering Bonus Borrows for the month of February. Patrons can choose from hundreds of titles from the Bonus Borrow collection, and still retain their five borrows per month.

Borrow, listen, read, and enjoy on hoopla. Includes a selection of movies, television shows, educational/instructional videos, documentaries, music, audiobooks, eBooks, and comics via your browser, smartphone, or tablet (via iOS (Apple) devices and select Android devices). 

Hoopla has released TV apps for AppleTV, AndroidTV, Roku, and Amazon FireTV 3rd Generation as well as the Chromecast Ultra device. Patrons can download a hoopla app to view content on their televisions. hoopla is not compatible with Kobo eReaders since they currently only support viewing in ePUB, Adobe PDF, plain text, and HTML. The device must be able to download the hoopla digital app for it to be a compatible device as well as it has to run one of our supported operating systems. hoopla works on most devices running Android 4.4 and above and then all devices that run iOS 11.4 and above. 

Need to know how to set up hoopla on your TV, please read the hoopla FAQ page.

No waiting lists. No holds. No late fees. Instant availability. Borrow (download or stream) 5 items per month. Get started enjoying hoopla.

Kids Mode: open the hoopla app on your device, select "settings", and flip the toggle to put hoopla into Kids Mode. Doing so only affects the device and not your account. Need to turn off Kids Mode? Simply go back to settings and flip the toggle back to off.

hoopla also supports Amazon Alexa devices including support for the Echo, Dot, Spot, and Show.

 Consumer Reports--reviews and ratings 

Consumer Reports contains the complete contents of Consumer Reports Magazine. Browse or search for product information on everything from cars to toasters. 

 CPI.Q--Canadian newspapers and magazines

CPI.Q (Canadian Periodical Index Quarterly) is useful to libraries, professionals, researchers, government institutions, and organizations. CPI.Q contains a wealth of Canadian and international periodicals including The Globe and Mail; Maclean's; Canadian News Facts; and encyclopedic reference materials such as Canadian Parliamentary Guide and Canadian Newsmakers. 

 Gale PowerSearch--Search all Gale Infotrac databases

Gale PowerSearch searches all Gale Infotrac databases together from one search screen. One-stop-shopping for all research topics. 

 General OneFile--international newspapers and magazines

General OneFile includes more than 7,800 full-text titles and 3,600 refereed journals, and hundreds of newspapers; over 500 travel guides; and full-text of the New York Times from 1985 to the present. This database is updated daily  with nearly 30 years of coverage. 

Pressreader--7,000 magazines and newspapers in 60 languages

Pressreader offers 7,000 magazines and newspapers in 60 different languages. Read instantly, or download for later. Access on a mobile device or desktop. Unlimited downloads with free access with your library card/PIN. Pressreader app is available in App Store and Google Play Store. Click Sign In, and choose "Library or Group", search and select "Georgina Public Library (Offsite)", and login with your 14-digit library card number (no spaces) and your PIN and start reading. 

Introducing Pressreader Accessibility:

• On pressreader.com, hit Tab on your keyboard to switch to Accessibility Mode
• Or click the 3-dot menu in the top right corner and select Accessibility Mode
• Voila! You're in. Choose your favorite title and try out all the features

Get the Pressreader Quick Start Guide.

RBDigital Magazines--popular online magazines

RBDigital Magazines offers full digital copies of your favourite magazines on a computer, tablet, or mobile device. 
Read the instruction sheet on how to signup and enjoy! You can also watch a video tutorial. Browse our library's collection of popular titles, with no holds, no checkout periods, and no limit to the number of magazines that you can download.  Once you check out a magazine, it is yours to keep forever: there is no expiry date. The latest issues are released simultaneously with the print edition.

Downlad the RBdigital app on your mobile device. Apps are available from the App Store, Google Play, and for the Kindle Fire. When you install the RBdigital app, log in with your RBdigital credentials.

Canada in Context created especially for researchers and educators studying Canada, its people, and its history, Canada in Context integrates many Gale references -- like Worldmark Encyclopedia of Canadian Provinces, Discovering Authors Canadian Edition, Native North American Almanac and more -- with media-rich options.

Consumer Reports--reviews and ratings

Consumer Reports contains the complete contents of Consumer Reports Magazine. Browse or search for product information on everything from cars to toasters.

CPI.Q--Canadian magazines, newspapers and journals

CPI.Q (Canadian Periodical Index Quarterly) is useful to libraries, professionals, researchers, government institutions and organizations. CPI.Q contains a wealth of Canadian and international periodicals -- including The Globe and Mail; Maclean's weekly magazine; Canadian News Facts; and encyclopedic reference materials, such as the Canadian Parliamentary Guide and Canadian Newsmakers.

Canadian Points of View Reference Centre--Canadian issues

Canadian Points of View Reference Centre is a guide to debating, developing arguments, writing position papers, and development of critical thinking skills. Each Points of View essay includes a series of questions and additional material to generate further thought. Also included are thousands of supporting articles from the world's top political and societal publications.

eLibrary--homework help

Gale eBooks--appealing to non-fiction readers

Gale eBooks offer patrons an award-winning, hassle-free eBook experience—anytime, anywhere, and on any device. 

Choose from the following non-fiction Gale eBook collections: Arts, Biography, Business, Education, Environment, General Reference, History, Information and Publishing, Law, Literature, Medicine, Multicultural Studies, Nation and World, Religion, Science, Social Science, and Technology.

Gale PowerSearch--Search all Gale Infotrac databases

Gale PowerSearch searches all Gale Infotrac databases together from one search screen. One-stop-shopping for all research topics.

Gale Literature Resource Center--Authors, their works, and literary criticisms