Powell River Public Library

06/20/2026

2026 Wildlife Photo Competition Submissions and Winners
https://youtu.be/_zBdWc5gYZE
All participants in the 2026 Wildlife Photo Competition submissions and the winners are shown in this virtual display. The photos were all taken by local photographers in the qathet region of British Columbia Canada. The photo competition was organized by the Powell River Public Library.

All participants in the 2026 Wildlife Photo Competition submissions...

06/19/2026

New to PRPL - CBC Corner!

A free digital platform that brings CBC’s audio, video, news and resources together in one place for a more streamlined experience.

You’ll find something for everyone with trusted news, local stories and radio shows, entertaining TV shows, educational kids content, award-winning podcasts, latest sports headlines, a free language learning app, and much more.

To explore CBC Corner visit https://prpl.ca/databases/complete-list/

06/19/2026

Is it hot where you are? ☀️

Here are some tips to help you stay cool and safe:

Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated ✔️

Limit strenuous activity. If possible, do errands early or late in the day when it’s cooler ✔️

NEVER leave children and pets in parked cars ❌

Use sunscreen and wear UV-protective eyewear and lightweight clothing ✔️

Seek cooler indoor and outdoor spaces ✔️

Check in on loved ones to make sure they have a cool space ✔️

Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat

Alt text: Park scene with a bench and trees, alongside a thermometer with hot weather temperatures.

06/17/2026

Powell River Transit is seeking feedback to better understand how residents use transit, awareness of available fare products and policies, and how transit information and rider education can be improved to support a positive transit experience for everyone. The survey

06/16/2026

Connect with other English learners! Join our new ESL/EAL Book Club starting July 7th, 2026 at 6pm in the library. Connect with others in the community, practice your English skills, and discuss a good book!

July's book is short story collection How to Pronounce Knife by Souvankham Thammavongsa. For more information contact Emily McKee [email protected]

Lift Literacy Programs LIFT Immigrant Welcome Centre

06/13/2026

As we head into the long days of summer don't forget to catch the library's NEW July & August 2026 Program Guide.

The guide is full of information about FREE summer programming at PRPL including Summer Reading Club, Teen Programming, a screening of David Attenborough's Ocean, 3D Printing Summer Drop-in sessions for ages 10+, a talk about Wildfire Resilience, and more.

Pick up the July & August 2026 program guide at the library service desk or check it out online at prpl.ca/library-information/program-guide

06/11/2026

June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to recognize and honour the histories, cultures, voices, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples across Canada.

To support learning and reflection, we invite you to explore the collection of books by Indigenous authors for readers of all ages at PRPL. Explore fiction, nonfiction, memoirs, poetry, and children's books and more

Browse the Indigenous Collection in the library catalogue or ask library staff for recommendations.

https://tinyurl.com/muernd24

Image includes photos of book covers for:
Written as I remember it : teachings from the life of a Sliammon elder by Dr. Elsie Paul

Truth Telling: Some Conversations about Indigenous Life in Canada by Michelle Good

Talk Treaty to Me: Understanding the Basics of Treaties and Land in Canada by Crystal Gail Fraser and Sara Komarnisky

Following the Good River: The Life and Times of Wa'xaid by Briony Penn

Making a Chaputs: The Teachings and Responsibilities of a Canoe Maker by Joe Martin and Alan Hoover

A Two-Spirit Journey: The Autobiography of a Le***an Ojibwa-Cree Elder by Ma-Nee Chacaby

REDress : art, action, and the power of presence edited by Jaime Black-Morsette

Medicine Wheel for the Planet: A Journey Towards Personal and Ecological Healing by Dr. Jennifer Grenz

Red Paint: The Ancestral Autobiography of a Coast Salish Punk by Sasha taqʷšəblu LaPointe

06/09/2026

Need help covering rent or bills after losing work or being unable to work? This one-hour virtual workshop will explore income support options available to young adults.

We will cover what each program provides, who may qualify, when to apply, and how to get started. This session is designed for youth — and those supporting youth — who want to better understand financial support programs and be prepared for challenging times, whether support is needed now or in the future.

Register via the free Foundry BC app here: https://foundrybc.ca/foundry-virtual-bc/

06/09/2026

Happy Pride Month at PRPL! To learn more visit prpl.ca and explore information resources available online for all library users, including youth, allies, parents and guardians or visit the library to explore our collection or drop into the NFB Pride Films screening room at the library later this month.

2SLGBTQIA+ is an acronym for Two-Spirit, Le***an, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Q***r or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, and additional sexual orientations and gender identities including non-binary. To learn more visit prpl.ca

🌈 Did you know?

Pride Month is a celebration of LGBTQ+ communities, history, and progress.
Learning about the past helps us better understand the present—and the work that still lies ahead.

Happy Pride Month! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

06/04/2026

A reminder that the Powell River Public Library will be closed this Sunday, June 7th due to a planned BC Hydro power outage...
..so don't forget to stock at the qathet Friends of the Library book + art sale happening Saturday, June 6th at PRPL from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm!

We hope to see you there!