Programs

Volunteers will help prepare current year's income tax returns as part of the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) for low-income individuals & families, seniors, students, and newcomers. 

By appointment only.  FULLY BOOKED.

Friday April 5, 12, 19, 26, 9:30am - 4:00pm

Mon April 15, 22, 29, 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Sat Apr 13 & 20, 9:30am - 4:00pm

Please visit in person or call the branch at 416-393-7706 to confirm your eligibility and book your 40-minute appointment or for more information. 

Do you need help with your tax return?

If you have a low or modest income and a simple tax situation, volunteers at a free tax clinic may be able to complete your tax return for you.  Registration is required. To register, please call 416-396-8890. Please note that volunteer capacity is limited.

The clinic will be held on:

Mondays, April 29 - 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.

Volunteers may provide English and Chinese services.

This program is in partnership with the Canada Revenue Agency's Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.

For eligibility and document requirements, please call the branch at (416) 396-8975 or visit Steeles Library for more information.

Registration required.  Please register at 416-396-8975.  Walk-ins are welcome, subject to program availability, on a first come, first served basis.

Join John Stapleton of Open Policy Ontario at the Riverdale branch for a five-part program series on low-income retirement planning.

In Part 5, you’ll learn about other tax credits and benefits for seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers, including the disability tax credit, the Canada caregiver credit, and the home accessibility tax credit.

Registration is recommended; registered attendees will receive reminders about the program(s) and will be notified of any changes. Drop-ins are also welcome. For more information, please visit the Riverdale branch or call 416-393-7720.

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This program series is part of Toronto Public Library's Financial Empowerment initiative.

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If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

Learn about what it takes to qualify for a business loan including credit rating/credit score, credit cards, loans, lines of credit and Government loans & where to apply.

Please note, this program will be delivered in Spanish. If you require an English translator at the event, or need more information, please contact Claudia Montoya at cmontoya@culturelink.ca

In partnership with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, CultureLink & Toronto Public Library.

Toronto Public Library is committed to accessibility. Please call or email us if you are Deaf or have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to participate in this program. Please let us know as far in advance as possible and we will do our best to meet your request. At least three weeks' notice is preferred. Phone (416) 393-7099 or email accessibleservices@tpl.ca

How to effectively plan for the kind of retirement you desire.

A representative from CPA will discuss the following:

• The government payments are not enough to fund retirement
• How to become proactive and start retirement planning early
• The benefits of:
  • using government tax deferral/saving opportunities
  • participating in company pension plans
  • non-registered investments
• Q&A session

Register in person or by telephone at 416 - 396 – 8979.

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

and in French:

La Bibliothèque publique de Toronto s'est engagée à assurer l'accessibilité. Veuillez nous appeler ou nous envoyer un courriel si vous êtes sourd(e) ou avez un handicap et souhaitez demander des mesures d'adaptation pour participer à ce programme. Veuillez nous en informer le plus tôt possible et nous ferons de notre mieux pour répondre à votre demande. Un préavis d'au moins trois semaines est préférable. Composez 416-393-7099 ou contactez-nous par courriel accessibleservices@tpl.ca.

Scholarships are accessible to more students than what is commonly believed. And here is the most important thing: scholarships can be a game changer for a student’s career, their financial well-being, and their or their family’s bank account. Scholarships, grants, and bursaries are available for high school, college, and university students, and you don’t need perfect grades! This presentation will help empower attendees with information to find and win money for postsecondary education. 

Drop in, no registration required.

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

Do you ever wonder where your money is going? In this introduction to money management, Karen from WoodGreen Community Services will give you her tips for making and sticking to a budget. From tracking your income and expenses to planning for the future, you’ll learn skills that can help you take control of your finances.

This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. For more information,
please visit the branch or call 416-393-7720.

This program is part of Toronto Public Library's Financial Empowerment initiative.

If you identify as a person with a disability and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.

Owning a business is a dream for many people. Every new business starts with an idea. This interactive presentation will give an overview of how to make it happen and the opportunity to ask questions related to your business.

An advisor from Toronto Small Business Enterprise Centre (TSBEC) will present an overview of information related to the business planning process, evaluating a business idea, financing, marketing planning, business structures, regulatory requirements, and more.

Toronto Small Business Enterprise Centre (TSBEC) is a City of Toronto service that provides a one-stop source to start and grow your small business.

Registration required. To register, please call 416-394-5240.

Toronto Public Library is committed to accessibility. Please call or email us if you are Deaf or have a disability and would like to request accommodation to participate in this program. Please let us know as far in advance as possible and we will do our best to meet your request. At least three weeks' notice is preferred. Phone 416-393-7099 or email accessibleservices@tpl.ca.