New to Canada
Explore materials, programs and services available to newcomers
Are you a newcomer to Canada living in Oakville? Oakville Public Library offers programs, resources, and services to help you settle into your new community. Each library branch is open to everyone and offers public access computers, Wi-Fi, and printing, scanning and photocopying services.
Library Card:
Register online or in-branch for access to borrowing borrow books, movies, music, and more, plus premium online resources.
Language Learning:
Improve English or explore new languages through various materials. To learn more, visit our Language Learning Resources page
Multilingual Collections
Browse and place holds on books, movies, music and digital content available in a variety of languages. To learn more, visit our Languages page
Citizenship Test Prep:
Access study guides and practice tests. To learn more, visit our Citizenship Test page.
Newcomer Programs:
Partnering with local organizations, OPL provides specialized programs and events. To learn more, visit our Upcoming Programs and Events page.
Explore Community Services
Information Oakville
A department of Oakville Public Library, Information Oakville provides residents of Oakville with up-to-date, quality information regarding supports and resources available to the community.
Halton Community Services Directory
An online directory with over 4000 listings of Community Information, Resources & Supports serving Halton. Powered by Halton Information Providers.
Halton Newcomer InfoPod
Information for newcomers to the communities of Oakville, Burlington, Milton, and Halton Hills that can assist with finding a place to live, finding a job, and providing all the information you need to make Halton your home.
Ontario 211
Free community information and referrals to community, social, non-clinical health and related government services. Dial 211 or visit the website.
Access Halton 311
A gateway to Halton Region's services including Public Health, Housing, Emergency Shelter, Waste Management, Low Income Assistance and Employment. Dial 311 or visit the website.
Settlement.org
Helps newcomers to Ontario with information about immigration and citizenship, housing, health, employment, education, community and recreation, and legal services. Funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada and the Government of Ontario.
Welcome to Canada
This guide offers an introduction to life in Canada. Learn how to get settled and find a place to live, get around your new city, work and go to school and connect with your community.