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Ancestry Library Edition
Ancestry Library Edition provides access to billions of historical documents, millions of historical documents, and over 30,000 databases from the 1500s to the 2000s. Please note: Ancestry Library Edition can only be accessed from the Library with library computers or using the library’s Wi-Fi.
Beanstack
Beanstack is a platform for reading challenges and book recommendations. Join one of the Library’s reading challenges to win prizes or use Beanstack to track and meet your reading goals.
Canadian Reference Centre
Canadian Reference Centre has content from Canadian and international magazines, journals, and newspapers. It also has full text biographies, more than 2 million photos, and maps.
Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports provides trusted ratings, reviews, recommendations, and buying advice for thousands of products and services. The online database makes finding current, relevant information easy.
Explora Canada
Explora Canada contains articles from magazines, reference books, news articles, and associated press videos in an easy-to-use format. Search by keyword or browse by popular subject. Explora is an interface that allows access to MasterFile and Primary Search.
Explora Primary
Explora Primary contains articles from magazines and reference books tailored to assist children primary school. Search by keyword or browse by popular subject. Advance search options to filter results by Lexile Reading Level is also available.
Fiero Code
Fiero Code is a self-paced learn-to-code software for kids ages 8-18. Including hundreds of coding tutorials and dozens of real-world projects, this high-impact educational e-resource prepares youth for future jobs. This program provides meaningful life skills such as critical thinking and problem solving.
Libby by OverDrive
Libby is a free app where you can borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, and magazines from your public library. You can stream titles with Wi-Fi or mobile data, or download them for offline use and read anytime, anywhere.
Readers: Visit OverDrive to get instructions for your eReader.
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LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning has over 16,000 courses. Courses cover topics from project management to photography. Log in with your library card to see everything LinkedIn Learning has to offer. For those using the LinkedIn Learning app, to login to the app you will require the Library ID that is listed below.
Download the app for your smartphone or tablet:
Library ID: bracebridgelibrary
Mango Languages
Mango Languages has lessons for over 70 languages. Create an account to track your progress as you learn a new language, test your accent, and more.
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NoveList K-8 Plus
NoveList K-8 Plus is a great resource for young readers, parents, and teachers. Find books and authors that young readers will love. Browse by title, author, genre, grade, and even Lexile range.
NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus connects readers to their next book. Look up your favourite book, author, or genre to find similar reads. Find professional book reviews, discussion guides, and more!
ProQuest Historical Newspapers
ProQuest Historical Newspapers has searchable editions of The Globe and Mail (1844-2018) and Toronto Star (1894 – 2019). Search by date or by keyword.
Small Engine Repair Reference Center
Small Engine Repair Reference Center contains repair guides. Learn to repair: ATVs, boats, chainsaws, lawnmowers, snowblowers, and more!