“We’re here because the people before us loved us so much.” -Tasha Hubbard to her son and nephew. In honour of Indigenous History Month and beyond, we share a collection of National Film Board of Canada films created and produced by Indigenous filmmakers.
“We’re here because the people before us loved us so much.” -Tasha Hubbard to her son and nephew
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KPop and the Physical Album Phenomenon
Written by Halifax Central Library staff member, Shelby | Curious about what makes buying a KPop album different than a regular CD? Unbox the secrets that lie inside, with Shelby's latest KPop blog.
Staff Stories: Kentron Beals – Craving Connection
The community connections forged by Kentron Beals and the team at Halifax North Memorial Public Library were only strengthened through facing the challenges of COVID-19 together, apart. From friendly check-in phone calls, to physically distanced 'hugs' at Curbside Pick-up, to seeking out emergency funding for a family in need; the role of Community Navigator is one that Kentron Beals lives wholeheartedly, every day.
English Language Learning Stories: María and Colleen
María Ojeda and Colleen Fraser met in English Language Learning Tutoring (ELL) at Alderney Gate Public Library in February 2020. The pair was just getting comfortable with the ins and outs of tutoring sessions when the pandemic hit.
Staff Stories: Ashlee Norton – Ask the Library
During COVID-19 related Library closures and beyond, at a time when reliable health and wellness information was critical, and a caring voice could mean the difference between uncertainty and security, there was no better place to turn than the Library.
Staff Stories: Yashika Sally – Welcome to the Team
When Yashika Sally joined the Library's People & Culture Team as a Human Resources Assistant in February 2020, she and the whole team did not expect to be thrown into the territory of onboarding staff from home. True to her ambitious and caring nature, Yashika quickly found a way to help the Library simplify and modernize its payroll processes-a behind-the-scenes feat that has had significant positive impact across the system.
Staff Stories: Cohen Poirier – Tech for Good
When the Library’s doors closed due to COVID-19, the Creative Studio doors remained open for Cohen’s innovation. Having been inspired by the heroism of medical and frontline workers, and encouraged by his Supervisor, Alison Froese-Stoddard; Cohen took it upon himself to take the 3D printer home and begin creating ear savers—clasps for masks that remove the pressure of bands from around the ears.
Staff Stories: Ella Leving – From a Distance
In 2020, while Libraries were closed, Community Librarian, Ella Leving, used her love for poetry, video creation, and Nova Scotia’s beautiful landscapes to deliver a soothing Poetry Afternoon video series to connect with her community from a distance.
Staff Stories: Digital Delivery During a Pandemic
Providing and increasing access to technology devices, online resources, and WiFi throughout the pandemic and Library closures ensured our community could access rapidly-changing health information, stay connected, and seek free entertainment.
Teen Book Review: They Both Die at the End
Written by Janey, Teen Volunteer | "I was recommended the book They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera, which I had heard was incredibly melancholy. I was just desperate to read a book that would capture my attention, and this book certainly achieved that."
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