Island residents can now visit French service libraries more often with new extended hours this summer. The PEI Public Library Service is extending operating hours at all three French service libraries effective July 9, 2024. These new hours will impact Bibliothèque publique d...
When a library member’s behaviour threatens the health and/or safety of library staff or other members of the public, or if the member’s behaviour violates any of the library’s rules and/or policies, access and use of the library’s facilities and services may be suspended...
Island children looking for their next summer reading list can head to their local library and take part in the TD Summer Reading Club. As Canada’s biggest bilingual summer reading program, the TD Summer Reading Club has helped connect young people with reading opportunities for...
Have you ever wondered where your ancestors came from? Do you know when, why, and how they came to Prince Edward Island? Are you interested in learning more about your family history but don’t know where to start? This guide offers some basic tips to help you get started and...
This guide outlines some useful resources for researching an historic home or building in Prince Edward Island. Each source has been annotated providing geographical areas, dates of material, and the type of information included. It includes printed materials on the styles and...
The Public Archives and Records Office has a large collection of genealogical material including primary sources, finding aids, and indexes. Some of the major resources are listed below. If you are new to genealogy, Tracing Your Family History in PEI has tips to help you get...
The nominees for the 2024 PEI Book Awards highlight the Island’s best published writings, and demonstrate excellence in fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and children's literature. The nominees represent a diverse group of talented writers, editors, and creators whose work has made a...
The province is asking for feedback from Islanders on public library services, programs, and resources across the province to help enhance the library experience for people. An online survey running throughout the months of March and April, seeks input from both library users and...
The PEI Public Library Service has partnered with SaltWire Network to give library patrons free access to SaltWire's online news content at all 25 library locations. Visitors to any PEI Public Library branch can enjoy free access to the diverse range of local news articles...
As we approach Family Literacy Day on January 27, PEI Public Libraries are gearing up with a week of literary events encouraging families to come together and discover the joy of reading in fun and interactive ways. Libraries across the province will host a variety of family...