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Published on Oct 03, 2017 (Database)
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Published on Oct 03, 2017 (Database)
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Published on Oct 03, 2017 (Database)
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Published on Oct 03, 2017 (Database)
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Published on Oct 03, 2017 (Database)
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Published on Oct 10, 2023 (Branch)
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Published on Sep 13, 2017 (Database)
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Published on Sep 13, 2017 (Database)
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Published on Jun 30, 2017 (Bookmobile Location)
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Published on Jun 30, 2017 (Bookmobile Location)
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Published on Jun 30, 2017 (Bookmobile Location)
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Published on Jun 05, 2017 (OPL Page)
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Published on May 26, 2017 (OPL Page)
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Published on May 17, 2017 (OPL Page)1,2,3 on chante! is an educational YouTube resource created by the Ottawa Public Library. It features favourite French-language nursery rhymes, lullabies, and fingerplays for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. Subscribe to stay up to date with our latest videos.
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Published on Oct 10, 2023 (Branch)
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Published on Oct 10, 2023 (Branch)
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Published on May 04, 2017 (Database)Curio.ca offers access to thousands of commercial-free educational video and audio streams from CBC and Radio-Canada. Categories include Canadian history, health, business, children's programming, Indigenous studies and many others.
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Published on Apr 21, 2017 (Help Guide)
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Published on Apr 18, 2017 (Database)Understand the world. Navigate life. Access The New York Times here. Whether you’re managing finances, tackling tough parenting problems, or simply looking to make sense of this moment, rely on our original, quality journalism to lead the way. Enjoy access to The New York Times, compliments of...
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Published on Apr 04, 2017 (OPL Page)Video Message from the Chair and CEO Tim: Hello. I’m Tim Tierney, Chair of the OPL Board of the Ottawa Public Library and Councillor for Beacon Hill–Cyrville. Bonjour. Je suis Tim Tierney, président du Conseil d’administration de la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa. I’m pleased and proud of how the...
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Published on Apr 04, 2017 (OPL Page)36% of Ottawa’s population owns an active OPL card Website visits = 14,735,492 Items borrowed = 11,294,759 In-person visits = 4,509,400 Holds Placed = 3,624,995 Items in the collection = 1,935,106 Music = 123,202 Public computer sessions = 778,125 eBook downloads = 828,763 Streaming downloads = 624...
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Published on Apr 04, 2017 (OPL Page)The largest bilingual public library in North America, OPL serves the community across its 33 branches. It covers a vast territory that spans 2,700 square km from downtown in the Nation’s Capital out through suburbs and beyond to rural regions. Continually innovating its wide array of programs and...
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Published on Apr 04, 2017 (OPL Page)2016 was a year of innovation and accomplishment for the Ottawa Public Library. This annual report offers an overview, detailing our key achievements of the past year as well as outlining the progress we have made on long-term endeavours. The year saw the OPL’s current services improved and...
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Published on Apr 04, 2017 (OPL Page)VISION To build community and transform lives. MISSION To inspire learning, spark curiosity, and connect people. DIRECTIONS SERVICES that are customer centric Act as a catalyst for exploration and discovery Provide physical and digital collections that are responsive to customer demands and...
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Published on Apr 04, 2017 (OPL Page)OPL extends its appreciation to its many partners for providing resources, funding or in-kind, so that we can offer the best services and programs possible. Thanks to all the organizations (some listed below) for their significant support and contributions in 2016. Andrea Mein Memorial Fund Bank of...
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Published on Apr 04, 2017 (OPL Page)Message from the President, Chantal Cloutier The Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association (FOPLA) believes a strong and innovative public library system in Ottawa is vital to ensuring a vibrant, well-educated community. FOPLA’s mission is to lead a community of Friends in support of the...
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Published on Apr 04, 2017 (OPL Page)Revenues Revenues (In Dollars) 2015 2016 Provincial $ 1,611,166 $ 1,380,656 City of Ottawa $ 42,875,103 $ 41,942,584 OPL $ 2,190,473 $ 2,133,512 Total Revenues $ 46,676,742 $ 45,456,752 Expenditures Expenditures 2015 2016 Salaries & Benefits $ 33,241,039 $ 33,100,620 Pay Equity $ 1,630,666 $ -...
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Published on Apr 04, 2017 (OPL Page)SERVICES that are customer centric Act as a catalyst for exploration and discovery Customer Satisfaction At OPL, the customer experience is the focal point of our services. In 2016, we developed a new performance indicator to measure how we are responding to customer needs and expectations. We...
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Published on Oct 10, 2023 (Branch)
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Published on Feb 16, 2017 (Help Guide)
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Published on Feb 16, 2017 (Database)A collection of popular English fiction and nonfiction eBooks and audiobooks with a seven day loan period.
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Published on Feb 07, 2017 (OPL Page)Once registered for an OPL card, your child can benefit from the following services: Borrow books, movies, music and games from our 33 branches and 2 bookmobiles Access online resources and databases - especially useful for homework school assignments Download eBooks, audio books and music files...
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Published on Jan 02, 2017 (Help Guide)Getting started with digital media New to the world of OPL's digital collection? Here are some guides. Magazines Get started with Overdrive – includes ebooks, audiobooks and magazines Ebooks and audiobooks Frequently Asked Questions Device guides You can download and read our collection of...
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Published on Dec 28, 2016 (Database)This bilingual online resource offers historical content about Canada from the first European settlers to the early 20th century. This includes digitized books, magazines and government documents and spans 21 languages.
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Published on Nov 30, 2016 (Database)Browse our catalogue for Music on CD.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Creation Lab)The following cutting edge equipment is available in the Imagine Space: 3D printing and modelling; Laser cutting; Photo, video and audio editing; Green screen and video gear; Hand tools and electronics; and a Wall-to-wall whiteboard
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Database)eBooks and downloadable audiobooks. Compatible with most devices. Includes Libby, the newer library reading app by OverDrive.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Arduino micro-controllers are small yet powerful micro-controllers can be programmed to run anything from robots to household automated devices. They’re fantastic for learning programming and electronics.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Inkscape is a 2D model drawing application used for creating and editing scalable vector graphics (SVG). Use it to create professional vector art for electronic and print illustrations. The software is useful when you want to use a laser cutter or to produce scalable and precise graphics.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Pro Tools is a professional level audio editing program. It’s typically used by audio professionals to edit sound for film scoring or for post production in films.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Makerware is a product that allows users to prepare and modify 3D models for printing on OPL’s Makerbot Replicator 5th Generation 3D printers. It’s also great for estimating the amount of build material an object will require and how long it will take to build.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Meshlab is a 3D modelling and correction program used for processing and editing 3D triangular meshes. The software has the ability to import files created in other 3D modelling programs and to convert them to Stereo Lithographic, or .STL, format.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)OpenSCAD is a program for creating solid 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) objects. OpenSCAD reads from instructions and creates a 3D model from it. It is useful for creating schematics and highly detailed designs, especially for industrial, automotive, and engineering applications.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Sketchup is an easy-to-use general purpose 3D design program. The software can be used in architecture, film video, game design, and civil and mechanical engineering. Its drawing tools are used by designers, architects, makers, builders, and engineers. Sketchup has an online warehouse full of...
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Adobe Premiere is a powerful digital editing suite most often used in video production. It allows users to edit video clips together, and to add sound effects and background music.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)David SLS-1 3D scanners are used to create digital versions of real life objects. The scanner works by rapidly firing patterns of structured light and capturing the images with a camera. Images from different angles can be stitched together to form a single 3D image fit for printing.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Arduino is used in conjunction with Arduino micro-controller boards. Small yet powerful, these boards are great for learning about programming and electronics and can be programmed to run anything from robots to household automated devices.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Blender is an artist-focused 3D design program. The software can be used to create 3D printed models, animated films, visual effects, visual art, interactive 3D applications and video games.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Green Screen is a tool for creating a special effect. By filming actors in front of a green screen, editors can superimpose the background image of their choice.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Gimp is a 2D graphics and photo manipulation program. As a graphics editor it is used to create and edit images for art, icons and graphical properties of web pages.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Adobe Creative Suite 6 is a high-end digital editing suite. It includes software for special effects, photo editing, website design, and graphic design.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)This tripod is compatible with the Imagine Space's DSLR and Sony Handycam.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Use the Sony Handycam to shoot full HD movies.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)The Canon EOS Rebel T6i Camera is an easy to use camera that lets you take high quality photographs. It comes with a 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens and an external flash.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Use the Home Studio Lighting Kit to light your video or photography project. This kit is compatible with the Imagine Space's DSLR and Sony Handycam.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)The Telescope is an Orion Starblast 4.5 Reflector Telescope – it is a fully functioning telescope, designed with the beginning astronomer in mind.
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Published on Nov 22, 2016 (Equipment)Netfabb is 3D modelling correction software. It handles 3D data for 3D printing and has the ability to repair incomplete files in order to make them printable.