In the Library
Search the catalogue for a large collection of non-fiction books and DVDs at the County of Brant Public Library.
Classical Literature
Find all the books you need for English class at the Library!
From Shakespeare to Plath, we have a great collection of books, eBooks, and audiobooks for you to borrow.
Research
You can access information from any of the following online resources using your library card number:
- Automate DIY Auto Repair lets you view, print, or download repair information for your vehicle.
- Consumer Reports is a collection of unbiased reviews and advice on a wide range of products.
- Explora Canada is a homework helper for students and teachers, which gives you access to articles and essays licensed from reputable publishers.
- General Research Collection contains a huge variety of Canadian and international information and news resources on current affairs, including:
- Academic journals
- Encyclopedias
- Entertainment & music databases
- Magazines and periodicals
- Newspapers
- Reference books
Not sure how to use our research databases?
If you've never used a library research database before, we recommend watching one of our short video tutorials:
- Watch the Consumer Reports video tutorial
- Watch the Ebsco General Research Collection video tutorial
- Watch the Explora Research video tutorial
Looking for genealogy or local history resources? Check out our History & Genealogy page.
Learn
Use your library card number and PIN to access the following free learning tools:
- Gale Online Courses offers free six-week courses in a wide range of topics, such as MS Excel, Website Design, Writing Children's Books, and more.
- Mango Languages is an online tool for learning a new language, including English as a Second Language.
- National Geographic offers full access to every issue published since 1888 of National Geographic, National Geographic: History, National Geographic: Kids, and National Geographic: Traveler.
- Niche Academy is a collection of helpful online tutorials about online tools and services. Watch and learn with Niche Academy.
- Tumblebooks lets you access an unlimited number of puzzles, games, read-along chapter books, graphic novels, educational videos, and audiobooks for elementary and middle school kids.
