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 Feb 07, 2017 (OPL Page)
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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Published on Dec 28, 2016 (Database)This bilingual online resource offers historical content about Canada from the first European settlers to the early 20th century.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.