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The VLC is much more than an "online library." It provides Information Literacy, Digital Literacy, Media Literacy, and Digital Citizenship resources, as well as technical help, and reliable information for student research and work.

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Gr. 9-12: Teacher Resources

Special Recognition Days

Calendrier de ressources thématiques

ADHD Awareness Month

October is ADHD Awareness Month

ADHD is a medical neurobiological disorder, included in the field of mental health. For more information about ADHD, please visit the ADHD Info page provided by the Centre for ADHD Awareness, Canada (CADDAC).

Our Safe and Accepting Schools LibGuide provides resources for teachers regarding various learning disabilities.

Media Literacy Week

( French translation available on website)

Events & Activities

Media Literacy Week Teacher’s Hub

 co-hosted by MediaSmarts and the Canadian Teachers’ Federation.

Two trees with autumn leaves, a squirrel at the base of the left tree and pumpkins at the base of the right tree, text October Octobre in the center between the trees

Canadian Library Month

Orange Shirt Day - Commemorate this day with Us!

Every Child Matters on an orange shirt in a light blue circle and an orange square. Logo from the Orange Shirt Society.

ORANGE SHIRT DAY MONDAY 30 SEPTEMBER 2024

The VLC offers many resources focused on Orange Shirt Day and Residential Schools.

For more information click on the orange shirt  to access the Guide.

Please join in to show your support

Women's History Month

October is Women's History Month

Why is Women's History Month important? 

Canadian women weren't considered to be "persons" in the eyes of the law until October 18, 1929

  Photographs of women in many roles - logger, carpenter, computer programmer, welder, public speaker, engineer, mechanic

Women at Work: Economic Growth Past, Present and Future

  Courtesy of the Status of Women Canada website.

It is important that we remember the women who have shaped us and recognize those who make positive change today. Check out this timeline of Women in Canadian History 

International Day of the Girl Child - October 11

Person's Day - October 18

Learn about some incredible women in the SORA Women's History Collection.

Celebrate Women's History Month with videos from the National Film Board of Canada

Islamic History Month

Multicultural Flavours of Muslim Cuisine is the theme for Islamic History Month 2022. Gold font on red background depicting a star and a crescent moon.

 

Watch 14 & Muslim on CBC! (Grades 7-12)

Download the Teachers Resource Guide: (scroll to bottom of page)

Sora, eBooks and Audiobooks

Check Sora regularly for new additions and featured themed collections

For access to even MORE eBooks & audiobooks - go to the VLC Games & Databases page - eBooks!  

Introduction to the VLC

K-6 Database Search

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Educational Events & Contests

EDUCATIONAL EVENTS AND CONTESTS

 

The above link is your source for information on educational events and contests sponsored by reputable Canadian organizations. Many of the contests can be worked into the curriculum.  New items are added on a regular basis. This is the perfect chance for students and educators to shine.

Chinese Traditional Festivals

UCDSB Virtual Art Gallery

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MS Readathon

MS Read-a-Thon inspires kids to read as much as they can, all for an incredible cause. The rules are simple. Read whatever you like, as much as you can, from October 14th to November 15th.

Children can register with their school (teachers, you can register your class) or individually. Best of all, by joining our quest, not only will you awaken a love of reading, you will also be helping people who live with multiple sclerosis (MS) in your community. REGISTER

Thanksgiving

Clipart of Happy Thanksgiving on wooden boards with autumn maple leaves and a pumpkin

October 14, 2024

Halloween

31 October