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How EPL Shaped my Story

Stories connect us. They offer glimpses into other lives and open doors to new experiences.

At the Edmonton Public Library, stories unfold every day. They’re found in conversations between staff and visitors, in programs that bring people together, and in quiet, transformative moments across our branches and communities.

Our new series, How EPL Shaped My Story, celebrates these experiences. Each week until the end of October, we will be posting stories that reflect the many ways libraries spark curiosity, inspire growth, and strengthen the bonds that tie our city together.

Follow the series, and if you’re inspired, share your story as well. Because at EPL, every story has the power to build a stronger, more connected community.

 

 

Libraries are the Heartbeat of Edmonton

For Dr. Sue Reid, the Library has always been a welcoming hub that fosters connection, belonging, and community.

Man sitting in a chair in the library reading a story from a book to his son who is laughing with delight

Finding Connection Through Library Programs

Learn how Jarret found community by taking his son to Sing, Sign, Laugh, and Learn

Cooking Up Connection

Learn how Indigenous cooks found connection and confidence while reclaiming traditional food knowledge at EPL’s Indigenous Cooking Classes.

Little Hoodies, Big Impact

In 2024, we launched a free program where Indigenous youth could express themselves, connect with their culture, and build community.

When Stories Spark Action

Learn how finding the right book at the right time inspired a child to speak out for what she believed in

Finding Community and Hope

For Oleksandr, learning English in Edmonton wasn’t just about vocabulary. It was about belonging.
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