A to Z list of all eResources

Agriculture Collection provides a comprehensive view of agriculture and related fields. The database provides access to current and authoritative content that spans the industry -- from practical aspects of farming to cutting edge scientific research in horticulture.

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The Canadian Encyclopedia plays an essential role in providing Canadians and others with accurate, updated information about our people and country. Today, the number of articles in the Encyclopedia is more than 35,000 in English and French. The list of more than 4,400 contributors includes David Suzuki, Margaret Atwood, Piers Handling and Daniel Latouche.

Chilton Library contains repair and maintenance information for most makes and models of domestic and imported vehicles. Simply select the year, make and model to see a wealth of information on your car.

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Prepare for the Canadian Citizenship Test with the Canadian Citizenship Course. Practice questions are based on the official study guide “Discover Canada”. Learn about Canada’s history and geography, economy, symbols, justice system, governing system, and the rights and responsibilities of being a Canadian. Access to the course will not expire and does not reqiure any subscription. 

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The Computer School.net is an online computer and technology-based training centre.  It provides one of the largest, most diverse and user-friendly, technology training directories available anywhere.  Offering engaging and detailed tutorials covering many of today’s most commonly used computer and technology-based programs, apps and devices, the Computer School’s lessons will improve your computer skills.  Enter password: Bradford2017.

Consumer Health Complete is a database for patients that offers indexes, reference sources, reports, drug information sheets, pamphlets and periodicals. It also features medical images, diagrams, videos and animations with audio narration.

Culinary Arts Collection provides access to academic journals and magazines on all aspects of cooking and nutrition. The database includes thousands of searchable recipes, restaurant reviews, and industry information.

EBSCO Research Databases offer an excellent starting point for researchers. Features Canadian reference Centre (magazines, newspapersm reference books and images), Science Reference Centre (biology, chemistry, physics and more) and more.

Environmental Studies and Policy Collection answers environmentally-related inquiries, issues and policies, including diverse perspectives from the scientific community, governmental policy makers as well as corporate interests.

Garden, Landscape & Horticulture Collection offers more than 100 magazines and journals related to gardening.

General Science Collection gathers together over 200 journals that cover the latest in particle physics, advanced math, nanotechnology, geology and more.

Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center features “how to” instructions and creative project ideas pulled from nearly 1000 books and magazines. Provides full text from leading magazines and hundreds of videos on everything hobby related from collecting and model building to scrapbooking and needlework.

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Information Science and Library Issues Collection is collection comprised of content from more than 100 leading industry journals, provides current and accurate information for this fast-moving field. Information professionals and other knowledge workers - from the research specialist to the information architect - will find appropriate and useful information in their areas of expertise, including such topics as information infrastructure, data processing techniques, metadata architectures and more.

Learning Express Library is your place to find video tutorials for a variety of computer programs and operating systems. Courses include: Microsft Office programs (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Publisher, etc), Adobe Flash, Illustrator and Photoshop, Windows XP and Vista as well as the Mac Leopard Operating System. 

 LinkedIn Learning provides the same access as Lynda.com with more!  Access over 16,000 courses in 7 languages, an updated easier-to-use interface and all of your course history from Lynda.com. Courses cover a variety of topics (including business, design, web development and multimedia skills) and software (Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and open source applications) that can help you pursue personal and professional goals. These courses are delivered by expert instructors and feature searchable transcripts that make it easy to find quick answers to questions. They also feature Certificates of Completion that can be uploaded to a LinkedIn profile.

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National Geographic Magazine 1888-1994. As generations of researchers and fans will attest, this iconic monthly publication provides unparalleled, in-depth coverage of cultures, nature, science, technology and more -- making it an essential resource for educators and students, as well as other readers. Thanks to advanced digital technology, BWG Library can now offer unlimited access to the magazine to the mid-1990s -- every article from every issue, each fully searchable through an intuitive interface.

National Geographic: People, Animals and the World provides unlimited access to digital content that attracts, engages and informs students, educators, researchers and readers in general.This database provides full-text books on travel, science and technology, history, environment, animals, photography, as well as peoples and cultures. Readers will also find videos, full-color maps and hundreds of National Geographic images.

PressReader offers users access to thousands of newspapers and magazines written in over 60 languages. Both current issues and back issues are available as well, so you never have to miss out.

With PressReader, you have the option to translate multilingual publications into up to 18 different languages, bookmark favourite articles, and even share stories with friends and family. You can also download articles that pique your interest so that you can keep them permanently on your device. Best of all, you can access PressReader on your smartphone, tablet, laptop, or desktop from anywhere with an Internet connection.

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Salem Health is an excellent reference source for all things health related. Use the first 8 digits of your library card number as the password for this resource.

Salem Encyclopedia of Mathematics and Society presents over 490 articles showing the math behind our daily lives, explaining to students how and why math works, and allowing readers to better understand how disciplines such as algebra, geometry, calculus and others affect what we do every day.

Salem History is a source for biographies on famous people from the 18th and 19th Centuries. Use the first 8 digits of your library card number as the password for this resource.

Toronto Star Pages of the Past is an online collection of Toronto Star newspaper archives from 1894 to 2016. Also includes the Canadian Business and Current Affairs collection. Use your library card number and password to access.

Vocations and Careers Collection assists career seekers.  Finding the right career can be a daunting and high stakes task: finding an appropriate institution of learning, job searching, and maintaining a career are all topics covered by this collection. Offering content from nearly 400 journals, this collection provides content from general career guides to highly specialized industry journals.

Discover your unique family history with Ancestry Library Edition! This resource includes billions of records from around the world, including from U.S., U.K., and Canadian census and vital records, immigration and passport records, periodicals and books, photos, and more.

Business Collection: provides coverage of all business disciplines, including accounting, economics, finance, marketing, management and strategy, as well as business theory and practice. Users will understand the activities of companies and industries worldwide through business and trade publications, complemented by a selection of international, U.S., and regional news publications.

Canadian Points of View Reference Centre provides students with a series of essays that present multiple sides of a current issue. The database provides information on 100 key topics that relate to the secondary school curriculum, each with an overview (objective background/description), point (argument), counterpoint (opposing argument), and critical thinking guide.

CPI.Q. Canadian Periodicals provides the most-requested Canadian reference information available. Includes The Globe and Mail, Maclean’s weekly magazine, and Canadian News Facts. Bilingual interface (English and French).

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Cypress Resume is the online resume builder that lets you create professional-quality resumes in three quick and simple steps.

Drive Tests provides a variety of practice tests and information on obtaining a variety of types of driving licenses in Ontario. This free database offers tests, simulators and a 'frequently asked questions' section.

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Educator's Reference Complete: Gain insight on issues in administration, funding, and policy. Best for educators, administrators, and education students.

Flipster is a next-generation digital magazine solution that makes it easy for you to read your favorite magazines on your computer or mobile device.

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General OneFile shares full text newspaper and newswires, including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times and Christian Science Monitor. Some magazines and peer reviewed academic journals such as: National Public Radio (NPR) audio files & transcripts,all Fodors travel guides from 2006-2007 and more. 

Gender Studies Collection provides balanced coverage of this significant aspect of culture and society. The database offers access to scholarly journals and magazines covering topics including gender studies, family and marital issues and more.

Home Improvement Reference Center is a group of articles and videos on a variety of common household chores and repairs.

Kanopy's mission is to provide thoughtful entertainment. With a catalog of thousands of titles including festival favorites and popular picks chosen for their insight into other cultures, perspectives and beliefs. New titles are added every month, and Kanopy also offers children’s programming with Kanopy Kids. You get 10 Play Tokens per month.

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Did you know that the Library has thousands of ebooks and audiobooks? You can borrow them, instantly, for free, using just the device in your hand through Libby. Click here to access Libby now.

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Literature Resource Center is uniquely relevant to today’s curriculum.  The resource’s rich critical, biographical and contextual materials support interdisciplinary approaches, information literacy, and the development of critical thinking skills. Researchers will find the information they need on authors and their works, from all time periods and from around the world.

LOTE Online for Kids provides access more than 1,000 digital books for kids in 35+ languages! Support your child in learning a new language, listen to stories in your own language, and celebrate cultural and literary diversity with no holds or waitlists.

MasterFILE Premier is a database that provides full text for magazines, reference books and primary source documents. It also includes an extensive image collection containing photos, maps and flags. MasterFILE Premier covers a wide-range of subject areas including business, health, education, general science and multicultural issues. PDF backfiles are available as far back as 1922 for key publications including American Libraries, Foreign Affairs, History Today, Library Journal, National Review, Saturday Evening Post and more. 

Engage young students and broaden their horizons with reputable, authoritative, age-appropriate digital content that brings them the world in a way they’ve never seen before. National Geographic Kids will take them on amazing adventures in science, nature, culture, archaeology and space.

National Geographic Kids includes the complete run of the magazine from 2009 to the present, as well as books, videos and images. High-quality informational texts are available for primary, upper elementary and middle school English language, arts, social studies and science classrooms.

Nursing and Allied Health Collection provides access to academic journals and other reference content covering all aspects of the nursing profession, from direct patient care to health care administration. The database offers current and authoritative content for professionals already working in the field as well as students pursuing a nursing-focused curriculum.

Psychology Collection explores what makes people “tick” from childhood to death. This collection gives individuals a basic understanding of the study of the mind, emotions and how the human mind develops — and diminishes — over time.

Science Reference Center offers a comprehensive research database that provides easy access to a multitude of full-text, science-oriented content. Science Reference Center contains full text for hundreds of science encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals and other sources. Topics covered include biology, chemistry, earth and space science, environmental science, health and medicine, history of science, life science, physics, science and society, science as inquiry, scientists, technology and wildlife.

TumbleBook Library is a collection of animated, talking picture books, reading comprehension quizzes, educational games, and teacher resources. Kids can follow along in the text while hearing their favourite stories read- aloud.

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World History Collection is a compilation of journals, providing robust and balanced coverage of this field, useful both to the novice historian as well as to the advanced academic researcher.  

Auto Repair Source provides the most accurate, authoritative and up-to-date service and repair information for thousands of domestic and imported vehicles. Includes step-by-step repair information, diagrams, maintenance schedules, parts and labor estimates, service bulletins and recalls, and more.

Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library Digital Archive provides historical records and photos from the local area of Bradford West Gwillimbury and Innisfil. You are able to search for essays, artifacts, vital records, and images from the past.

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The Canadian Reference Centre database includes leading Canadian periodicals and international periodicals in full text; full-text reference books; thousands of full-text biographies and an image collection for thousands of photos, maps and flags, including images from Canadian Press.

Communications and Mass Media Collection provides current and accurate information from more than 100 journals focused on all aspects of the communications field. For users from marketing professionals to students studying for advanced degrees in linguistic theory, key subjects covered include: advertising and public relations, literature and writing, linguistics and many more.

Criminal Justice Collection includes Canadian legal journals and law quarterlies. Perfect for researchers who are studying law or law enforcement, paralegal service, forensic science, going to court or writing sociological reports.

Diversity Studies Collection is a must-have for social science, history and liberal arts coursework, this collection explores cultural differences, contributions and influences in our global community. This set includes more than 150 journals.

Encyclopedia Britannica Online is the authoritative resource for basic information on any topic you can imagine. Includes a World Atlas, Dictionary and descriptive historical timelines.

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The Fine Arts and Music Collection provides access to scholarly journals and magazines that support research in areas including drama, music, art history and filmmaking. The database emphasizes full-text content for publications included in the Wilson Art Index and RILM bibliography.

General Reference Center Gold is a collection of magazines, newspaper articles, hundreds of children’s magazines, almanacs, encyclopedias, dictionaries, reference books, maps, historical images, podcasts, video files, and more than 15 acclaimed reference works such as Gale Encyclopedia of Science and Columbia Encyclopedia.

Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure Collection provides current and relevant content from over 500 industry journals. This collection provides well-rounded coverage of both the historical and current state of affairs in the hospitality and tourism field, while also allowing for focused study of specialized aspects of the industry - including cultural aspects of travel, leisure activities, economic aspects of tourism and more.

Insurance and Liability Collection is a collection of journals dedicated to the protection of assets, which is a concern for all: from the individual property owner to the multinational corporation, all have a vested interest in ensuring the retention of their assets, be it physical or intellectual. This collection of journals takes a broad view of this multimillion dollar industry, covering such topics as labor relations, mortgage banking, legal issues and more.

Kids InfoBits provides reference material and articles for students from Kindergarten – Grade 5.

Literary Reference Center is an excellent tool for students and avid readers to find author biographies, plot summaries, work overviews, and essays from reputable sources including literary reference works, books, magazines and journals. Users will also find poetry, short stories, classic texts and author interviews.

Mango Languages is the fast, easy, and most effective way to learn to speak a foreign language! Mango is an online language learning system that teaches real conversation skills for practical communication using fun and engaging interactive lessons.  

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Military & Intelligence Database is the place to find out about the socioeconomic effects of war, governmental policies, the structure of armed forces and much more.

National Geographic magazine brings the world of geography to life.  With comprehensive, timely articles and legendary photographs and maps, the magazine documents life on our planet and beyond, and interprets the world's sweeping changes through the lens of personal experience. 

Novelist Plus is the place to find your next great book, either fiction or non-fiction. Use this database to find lists of books in a series or similar authors to those you already enjoy. Find discussion guides for book clubs and recommended reads as well.

Novelist K-8 Plus is an easy to use database that will help students find books for school and leisure reading, including both fiction and non-fiction. Find award winning books, Grab and Go lists and recommended reads from teachers and librarians.

Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Collection provides access to academic journals and magazines covering the fields of fitness and sports. The database offers a wide spectrum of information, including proven treatment techniques, experimental research and more.

Pop Culture is all around us and influences our lives every day. This collection provides useful information for any researcher in a social science, history, art or liberal arts course. This collection is made up of more than 100 subject-appropriate full-text periodicals.

Religion & Philosophy is a database not only to study theological approaches to social issues, but also to learn about the impact that religion has had on culture throughout history, including literature, arts and language.

Salem Literature provides biographies on famous authors as well as plot summaries and critical analysis for famous works of literature here. Use the first 8 digits of your library card number as the password for this resource.

Small Business Collection is a compilation that provides insights, tips, strategies and success stories for business schools and entrepreneurs. Users will find more than 180 subject-appropriate full-text periodicals.

Small Engine Repair Center contains information on domestic and imported small engines. Includes ATVs, generators, boats, motorcycles, personal water craft, snow mobiles, tractors, lawn mowers and more.

U.S. History Collection provides access to scholarly journals and magazines useful to both novice historians as well as advanced academic researchers. The database offers balanced coverage of events in U.S. history and scholarly work being established in the field.