World Languages
For your first language, new language, and beyond
Languages in our Collection
Our catalogue includes items in Arabic, Chinese, French, Korean, Persian/Farsi, Spanish, and Ukrainian for adults and children.
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World Languages at Other Libraries
Find more languages at other library systems through the NewtoBC website, opens a new window. Items may be available through interlibrary loan, or you may be able to register for a library card at other library systems and borrow from them directly.
eResources with World Language Collections
Bibliothèque Numérique
French language eBooks and audiobooks, including popular genre fiction, bestsellers, non-fiction and more, for adults, teens, and children.
Kanopy
Films, documentaries, video courses and children's content.
Mauril
Improve your English or French listening comprehension skills using audio and video content from CBC and Radio-Canada.
PressReader
Digital newspapers and magazines from over 100 countries in multiple languages, including Canadian newspapers.