Online databases are available to those with a Grand Valley Public Library card. Click on the link to each database and enter membership card number (Patron ID) when prompted to do so.
- Create an account and log your reading. Keep a list of all the books you have read. Record your daily reading/pages read or record your book when completed. Participate in the Library's reading challenges. Challenges now available. App available in your Apple or Play Store.Overdrive (Ontario Library Service Download Centre) or use the Libby App for eBook or eAudio for your phone, tablet or computer
Grand Valley Public Library Catalogue
Tutorial: How to log in, search and place a hold in the library catalogue
Flipster Magazines - subscription magazines available for your phone, tablet or computer
Pressreader - Access to more than 7,000 of the world's top newspapers & magazines. Enter your membership card number and PIN (library account password).
Overdrive (Ontario Library Service Download Centre) or use the Libby App for magazines for your phone, tablet or computer
Pressreader - Access to more than 7,000 of the world's top newspapers & magazines. Enter your membership card number and PIN (library account password).
CBC Corner -Discover the best Canadian Shows, stories & more. This digital portal allows you to discover trusted news, entertaining TV and radio shows, educational kids content, news in foreign languages and much more!
Novelist K-8 Plus - suggested read-a-likes and authors for kids and teens
Novelist Plus - suggested authors, read-a-likes, character styles and more
Fantastic Fiction - author lists and book lists
GoodReads - listed good reads, authors and new releases
Forest of Reading Selections - Canadian authors, illustrators and publishers selected releases for children
CELA - Centre for Equitable Library Access
Ancestry Library Edition - Family Searching in the Library. This database is only available for use in the library.
Museum of Dufferin - Born as Dufferin Museum, Reimagined as Museum of Dufferin
Our Ontario - discover local digital material
Local Tweedsmuir History Book - online searchable
Creativebug- thousands of award-winning art & craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists.
World Book Activity Centre - thousands of low-cost crafts & activities for all levels of crafting from basic beginners to advance
Driver Training - G1 and M1 Practice Tests, G1 and M1 Test Simulator, Frequently Asked MTO questions
Transparent Language Online - Learn over 110 Languages, including English. Sign up and create a password.
A fun way to learn English or French through Mauril, the CBC Corner's new platform
LOTE4Kids - All children can now enjoy books and learn language through the magic of storytelling!. "Download the LOTE4Kids App today!"
Community Story Time Reads -- Follow along as a prominent community member or business owner/staff read a story aloud to you. Ages 0-5 but parents, grandparents, older siblings and caregivers may also enjoy listening!
Coffee, Conversations & Books --Collaboration with Dufferin County Libraries; Orangeville Public Library, Shelburne Public Library, and Grand Valley Public Library for conversation with local authors.
Freegal Music Downloads - download 5 songs and stream 3 hours each week
MasterFile Premier - Research database for magazines, journals, reference books a, primary source documents, images and videos
Primary Search - Full text for more than 70 popular magazines for elementary school research.
CBC Corner - Discover the best Canadian Shows, stories & more for kids
Gale in Context: Elementary - Excellent online project helper. Fully digitized copies of books, magazines and newspapers.
Gale Literature Resource Center
Gale OneFile: CPI.Q - comprehensive list of Canadian & International journals: digitalize copies and citable.
Gale OneFile Research Databases by Topic
All Tutorials and Online Videos - all available tutorials (pinterest, social media and more) All the GVPL programs videos
Database Tutorials - database help and tutorials
Microsoft Tutorials - Microsoft Office, Outlook and Excel
Google Tutorials - Google Docs, Forms, Drive, Photos, Slides and Sheets
Chilton's Manuals - full automotive repair manuals available for download and print
Small Engine Repair Reference Center
Global Road Warrior - Maps and cultural information
A to Z World Food - Recipes and food culture from around the world.
Global Road Warrior - Maps and cultural information
A to Z Maps Online - Wonderful site for every type of map needed for school, travel or fun.
A to Z World Travel - Travel the world from the comfort of your home.
Grand Valley Public Library
4 Amaranth St. East,
Grand Valley, ON L9W 5L2
Phone: 519-928-5622
Fax: 519-928-2586
Library Hours
Monday 10am-6pm
Tuesday 10am-8pm
Wednesday 10am-8pm
Thursday 10am-8pm
Friday 10am-6pm
Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 12pm-4pm (closed July & August)
Closed on all Holiday Weekends
GVPL Staff
Joanne Stevenson - CEO
Sarah McTaggart - Program Coordinator
Front Desk -Interlibrary loans, general inquiries and front desk
Please contact us with any reference question, book requests, program questions or any concerns you may have.
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