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Homework Help
Need help with homework? Access the resources of the Ottawa Public Library in one the 33 Library branches or at home! You'll find the resources you need to answer all your questions.
From Home:
Access research databases to locate book reviews, journal articles, biographies and so much more. All you need is your library card to access these from home. Search the online catalogue Lirico! for books, journals, dvds, cds and cassettes on your topic of choice, and request that they be delivered to the branch closest to you. Questions? Send an email to one of the research specialists for assistance.
In the Library:
Use the materials and research databases in one of the 33 Library branches. Reserve some time on a library computer to help you with your research or to complete your assignments. Professional research staff is always available to help you find the information you need.
External Links
Youth Path (links to Canada's Libraries)
Greenpeace Canada
Culture Canada
Virtual Reference Library (VRL) (The best of the library and the Internet brought to you by librarians)
Researching Careers & Schools
The Ottawa Public Library can assist you in locating information about your post-secondary options. In the library, access their collection of university and college calendars to help you make the decisions you need. You also have access the Career Cruising database from in the library or from home to research post-secondary programs, take a career assessment and review career profiles. All you need is a library card. Don't have a computer at home? Reserve some time on a library computer to help you with your research. Questions? Contact a research specialist to assist you!
These links provide excellent resources to guide you through the process of figuring out your strengths and interests. You can explore various careers and get the scoop on "a day in the life of…" specific jobs.
Apprenticeships
Ministry of Education - Apprenticeships
Canadian Apprenticeship Forum
External Links
Ministry of Education - Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities
workinfonet.ca
Youth Path
University of Waterloo (Career Development eManual)
Government of Canada : Explore your personality with career and learning style quizzes. Gain insight into types of jobs and ways of learning that best suit you
Job Futures
Rankings:
Want up-to-date rankings of Canadian Colleges and Universities? Check out these links:
External Links
Directories:
Looking for a specific College or University? These links will help:
External Links
Scholarship Information:
External Links
- Scholarships Canada
- Canada Millenium Scholarship Foundation
- http://www.studentawards.com
- Canada Student Loans and Canadian Universities
Exchanges / Internships:
Interested in exploring alternative options such as exchanges, visits or internships? These sites should help get you started:
External Links
- Career Edge - Canada's Youth Internship Program
- SEVEC Youth Exchanges Canada
- Canadian Heritage - Exchanges Canada
- CHRC - Internships in the Cultural Sector
- Leaders Today
Finishing High School:
Considering going back to finish high school, but need financial assistance? Here's some information about eligibility for Ontario Works and other resources:
External Links
- Get your high school diploma with the Independent Learning Centre
- Youville Centre (for young pregnant teens)
- TAPP (The Anti-Poverty Project)