Explore the issues you are dealing with everyday - your body, your friends, and your life.
10 Great Questions to Ask a Body Art Artist
Thinking about getting a tattoo? Check out the 10 questions you should ask a body art artist before they begin in the Teen Health and Wellness: Real Life, Real Answers database.
Just type in "10 great questions to ask a body art artist" in the search box on the main page of the database.
And after that, explore it a bit because you may find answers to other health-related questions you have! Go to the Teen Health and Wellness database.
Librarian-recommended Reads
Staff Picks - We Recommend: When a Parent is Mentally Ill: Information Books
Staff Picks - We Recommend: When a Parent is Mentally Ill: Fiction
At the Library
Teen Health and Wellness
A comprehensive database for researching health-related issues important to your well-being.
In My Community
Hope's Garden
An Eating Disorders Support and Resource Centre. For people who suffer from eating disorders and for their families and friends.
Websites
Acne Resource Center
Information on the emotional and psychological effects of acne on self-image and strategies to help fight those dreaded spots.
Ask the Dietitian
A link to health and nutritional information.
Association of Cancer Online Resources
This site features a comprehensive list of cancer types and treatment options, announcements concerning clinical trials, discussion groups, and mailing lists.
gURL.com
"A different approach to the experience of being a teenage girl". Includes information about health, sex, dating, emotions, body image, fashion, and more.
Health Canada
Provides reliable information on drugs, health-related issues, consumer safety, and much more.
Fitness Online
Links to exercise, nutrition, and health.
National Eating Disorder Information Centre
Canadian treatment referrals and information on eating disorders.
Public Health Agency of Canada
Health information for every body!
TeensHealth
Tons of topics including body piercing, tattooing, finding the right bra, taking care of your skin, and much more. Filled with personal stories.
Teen Health and Wellness
Real life questions with real life answers.
At the Library
Teen Health and Wellness
A comprehensive database for researching health-related issues important to your well-being.

In My Community
Addiction Services of Thames Valley
Services for youth who are affected by substance abuse or gambling problems.
Kids Help Phone
Call 1-800-668-6868 or (locally) 519-663-7232. National helpline available 24 hours a day for youth up to the age of nineteen.
Websites
Above the Influence
Information about marijuana, crystal meth, ecstasy, alcohol, and other drugs. Listen to podcasts of teens talking about their strategies for resisting peer pressure. Also has an advice section where you can read other's questions and send in your own.
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
CAMH is Canada's leading addiction and mental health teaching hospital.
The Cool Spot
The young teen’s place for information on alcohol and resisting peer pressure. Created by the U.S. National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.
MADD Youth
A site that supports youth who want to contribute to ending alcohol and drug-related crashes.
National Institute on Drug Abuse for Teens
The science behind drug abuse. Contains facts about how drugs affect the brain and body so that teens will be armed with better information to make healthy decisions.
Stupid.ca
Rant, rave, and chat about smoking.
Virtual Party
Get ready to get real about alcohol. What would you do in this situation? Find out.
At the Library

Books with advice about dating
Books and DVDs about being in an abusive relationship
In My Community
Assaulted Women's Helpline
Call 1-866-863-0511. Confidential 24 hour crisis line for women.
Big Brothers/Big Sisters of London
For boys 7-12 who are from father-absent homes and for girls
6-16 who need volunteer friendships.
Boys & Girls Club of London
"The Zone" provides a teen drop-in and recreation centre for 13-21 year olds.
Crouch Neighbourhood Resource Centre
Multiservice resource and community centre for all ages.
Glen Cairn Community Resource Centre
Counselling services, youth council, and "Vibe" recreation programs.
Kids Help Phone
Whether you need an answer or are just feeling curious, Info Booth is your place to get information on topics of interest to you. Within each section you’ll find basic definitions as well as scenarios that might be true for you. If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, feel free to give us a call at 1-800-668-6868.
London Abused Women's Centre
For women 16 and over who are experiencing violence in their relationships.
Sexual Assault Centre London
Call 1-800-529-2272 or 519-438-2272. A 24 hour crisis line for women.
St Leonard's Community Services
A community agency dedicated to promoting positive change in all persons who are or could be in conflict with the law.
Western Area Youth Services
Group homes for teens who are attending school or a day program.
Youth Opportunities Unlimited
Information for transient, at-risk, and street youth.
Websites
Ask Nina Now
Dating and relationship questions and answers.
AskHeartBeat.com
Dating, love, sex, and relationship advice.
Been Dumped
Site to share the hurt from broken relationships. Talk to and share advice with other people in similar situations.
Facebook
This is a site like MySpace, but users must have a valid email address from a college, high school, or supported organization or company. Many teens use it because it is more secure than MySpace.
Futures Without Violence
This site is devoted to fighting all forms of family violence.
GriefNet
An Internet community of persons dealing with grief, death, and major loss. GriefNet is supervised by Cendra Lynn, PhD., a clinical grief psychologist, death educator, and traumatologist.
MySpace
Cuz that's where all your friends are!
Love: the good, the bad, and the ugly
A guide to love, respect, and abuse in relationships.
At the Library

Teen Health and Wellness
A comprehensive database for researching health-related issues important to your well-being.
In My Community
Adventures in Sex City - The Game!
Become a part of an elite team of superheroes dedicated to keep the citizens of Sex City safe from STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections). This game is brought to you by the good citizens of the Middlesex-London Health Unit.
Aids Committee of London
The AIDS Committee of London brings people together in partnership to provide leadership in education, support, and advocacy to meet the challenge of HIV/AIDS. By respecting human dignity and diversity, the AIDS Committee of London creates an atmosphere of trust which enables people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS to make informed choices.
Sexual Assault Centre London
The Sexual Assault Centre London is a women-centered, feminist organization that provides supportive services to women 16 years of age and older that have experienced sexual violence at any point in their lives. They also work towards the eradication of sexual violence through public education and prevention initiatives.
Women's Health Care Centre
Located at London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Campus, this centre provides gynecological and obstetrical care, education, and support.
Websites
GLAAD: Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation
Dedicated to promoting and ensuring fair, accurate, and inclusive representation of people and events in the media as a means of eliminating homophobia and discrimination.
I Wanna Know
Answers to questions about teen sexual health and sexually transmitted diseases. From the American Social Health Association.
National Youth Advocacy Coalition
Excellent resources from this organization that advocates for and with youth who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or questioning (LGBTQ) in an effort to end discrimination against these youth, and to ensure their physical and emotional well-being.
Sex, etc.
A website on sexual health written by teens for teens.
sexualityandu.ca
Reliable, up-to-date information on sexual health and well-being from Canadian medical authorities. The multimedia section includes interactive quizzes, videos, online games, and vitual scenarios.
spiderbytes.ca
Responds to questions about sexual health and provides current information, referrals, and links. A service of the Teen Sex Information Program from Planned Parenthood of Toronto.
StayTeen.org
Check out this website for information about sex, love, and relationships. Created by The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy.
TeensHealth: Sexual Health
Answers your questions about body changes, sexually transmitted diseases, and birth control.
Youthline.ca
The Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youthline is a toll-free service provided by youth for youth. Offers support, information and referrals specific to your concerns.
Books Featured in our latest newsletter
Reading Recommendations by Librarians
We Recommend: Popular Books for Teens
We Recommend: Steampunk for Teens
We Recommend: Stephen King Read-Alikes
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Website Recommendations
HarperTEEN
Check out the latest and the greatest books for your reading pleasure!
Penguin Young Readers
Reviews, downloads and samplers of some of the hottest teen fiction out there.
Random House
A great place to read amazing new teen books, share reviews and ask your favorite authors questions.
reading matters
For children and teens who are interested in choosing their own books. Try "Bookchooser".
Simon & Schuster
Get access to fantastic teen books for free or watch some great new book trailers of all your favourite teen books.
Teen Ink
A site devoted entirely to teenage writing and art. Check out the lists of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and reviews, all written by teens.
Teenreads.com
Interesting teen reads are reviewed and information about the authors supplied.
At Your Library
Bookclubs
Check our program catalogue for information about our current Teen Book Clubs.Masonville's Mother/Daughter Teen Bookclub (11 +) runs every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7 pm during the school year. They not only share their ideas and opinions about books, they also do crafts, share information and...have an excellent book blog that you might like to read to find out what to read next! The Masonville Branch is located at 30 North Centre Rd. Check out the Masonville Mother/Daughter Teen Bookclub Blog here.
At the Library
Novels featuring dating violence
Novels featuring relationships
Authors with novels about relationships and romance
| Katherine Applegate | Nancy Garden |
| Judy Blume | Alex Sanchez |
| Meg Cabot | Jerry Spinelli |
| Sarah Dessen | Jacqueline Wilson |
Series books
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Websites
Teen Romance
Book reviews and discussions about new teen romance through YA Reads.
Best Teen Romance
From goodreads.com, this is a growing list based on reader votes.
At the Library
Novels featuring Arthurian legends
Fantasy Authors
| Holly Black |
Tamora Pierce |
| Libba Bray |
Terry Pratchett |
| Garth Nix |
Philip Pullman |
Fantasy Series
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Great Tree of Avalon T.A. Barron |
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Sisters of Isis Lynne Ewing |
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Good Neighbors Holly Black |
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Ranger’s Apprentice John Flannigan |
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The Mortal Instruments Cassandra Clare |
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Chronicles of the Imaginarium Geographica James A. Owen |
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Monster Blood Tattoo D.M. Cornish |
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Inheritance Christopher Paolini |
Staff Picks
Science Fiction and Fantasy Children’s Page
Science Fiction and Fantasy Adult Page
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It's easy to get a card. If you're 16 and over, go to your local library with personal and address ID and tell us that you'd like a card. If you're 15 and under, your parent(s) should accompany you and use their address ID for your card.
Either way, it just takes a couple of minutes to get a card... not a lot of time to gain access to so much.
If you choose, you may print off one of the applications below, fill it in, and bring it to the Library to get your card.
Library Card Application - 16 years and over
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The Legal Stuff
Any person may use, on the premises, many of the materials and services of London Public Library without obtaining a Library card. Library cards are:
To qualify for borrowing privileges, a person must provide identification, both personal and address. Borrowing privileges are granted by the London Public Library Board to applicants who provide proper identification, sign the borrower's card, and thereby take on the responsibility of following the rules and regulations of the library system.
If the applicant is 15 and under, a parent’s address identification may be accepted. The parent/ legal guardian signs the library card to accept responsibility for items borrowed. Library cards may be obtained at any Library location.
At the Library
All graphic novels (newest first)
Japanese graphic novels
Science fiction graphic novels
Superhero graphic novels
Graphic Novel Series
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| | Elemental Gelade | ![]() | Runaways |
![]() | Fullmetal Alchemist | ![]() | Yu-Gi-Oh! |
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Websites
Anipike.com
This site brings together international resources on manga and anime.
Archie Comics
The latest comics, puzzles, and contests.
Cartoon Brew
A blog where you can view news and articles about a wide range of topics dealing with cartoon and animation.
Cartoon Factory
Search for your favourite cartoon at this fun site.
Comic Book Legal Defense Fund
Controversy in the comic world.
Comic Book Resources
Special sections with hundreds of links regarding Marvel, DC, Dark Horse, and independent and self published comics.
GoComics.com
More than 300 popular comic strips, panels, and editorial cartoons.
Dark Horse Comics
Provides news, information, artwork, and publishing for Dark Horse Comics, publisher of Star Wars, Aliens, and many more titles.
DC Comics
Download the latest cover images from DC comic books, watch QuickTime movies of some of your favourite characters, follow links to other sites where you can buy comic merchandise, and join a chat to discuss your love of comic books.
EX: The Online World of Anime and Manga
Dedicated to Japanese anime and manga.
Homemademech
Get reviews for anime, manga, games, and toys. There are lots of great articles too!
Karmatoons
Anyone interested in considering a career in animation will want to check out this site!
Marvel Comics
Home of Spiderman, the Hulk, Captian America, and other famous superheroes.
No flying, no tights
Graphic novel review site for teens.
At the Library
Staff Picks - Stephen King Read Alikes
Staff Picks - Stephenie Meyer Read Alikes
Horror Authors
| Amelia Atwater-Rhodes | Christopher Pike |
| Neil Gaiman | Darren Shan |
| Christopher Golden | R.L. Stine |
| Stephenie Meyer | Scott Westerfeld |
| Paul Zindel |
Horror Series
| Dark Secrets Elizabeth Chandler | ![]() | Circle of Three Isobel Bird |
![]() | Daughters of the Moon Lynne Ewing | ![]() | Sweep Cate Tiernan |
![]() | Fingerprints Melinda Metz | ![]() | Demonata Darren Shan |
![]() | Buffy the Vampire Slayer | ![]() | Changeling Steve Feasey |
| | Cirque Du Freak : The Saga of Darren Shan |
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Websites
DCPL’s Teen Horror Booklist
Booklist of nineteen YA horror novels. One of fourteen award-winning Booklists for Teens, created by librarians at DC Public Library in Washington, DC.
Novels about death and grieving
Novels about emotional struggles
Novels about experiencing racism
Novels about living in foster care
Novels about living with a disability
Novels about living with an eating disorder
Novels about sexual identity and homosexuality
Teen Health and Wellness
Teen Health and Wellness: Real Life, Real Answers is a comprehensive database for researching health-related issues important to your well-being.
Authors with novels about life struggles
Series books
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Series 2000 |
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Magazines you can borrow from the Library
Websites
BAMboozled
The purpose of this e-zine is to change the impressions and perceptions of teens.
Broken Pencil
A magazine of zine culture and the independent arts.
Crud Magazine
Offering an irreverent look at the world of international indie rock and alternative music, featuring music downloads, music charts, interviews, events, and reviews.
Face Up
A magazine for teenagers, which features music, lifestyle, and advice.
J-14
Cool celebs, girl stuff, fun and games, quizzes, and star style.
Scene
London's entertainment, arts, and news site.
Seventeen
Look up information on fashion, health, beauty, and real life stuff.
Spank! Youth Culture Online
A worldwide, online community for 14 to 24 year olds, focusing on youth issues and interests.
Sports Illustrated
All the sports you love!
Teen People
People magazine for teens.
Thrasher Magazine
All about skateboarding.
YO!
Youth Outlook chronicles the world through the eyes and voice of young people between the ages of 14 and 25.
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Mystery Authors
| Lois Duncan | Jean Lowery Nixon |
| Norah McClintock | |
Mystery Series
| 1-800-where-r-u | Dead Is ... |
| Midnight Twins | Death by ... |
| Scarlet Wakefield | Forensic Mystery |
| Gemma Doyle | Gallagher Girls |
| Shelby Belgarden Mystery |
About the Red Maple™ AwardThe Red Maple™ Award reading program is offered by the Ontario Library Association for the enjoyment of students in Grades 7 and 8. The program, like the Association's Silver Birch® Awards reading program, gives students who have read a minimum number of nominated titles the opportunity to vote with a large group of their peers for thenominated title that they feel should win the Red Maple™ Award each year.
FICTION
At the Library
Novels featuring artificial intelligence
Novels featuring global warming
Novels featuring imaginary societies
Novels featuring post apocalyptic society
Novels featuring science experiments
Novels featuring space and time
Novels featuring virtual reality
Science Fiction Authors
| Douglas Adams | Nancy Farmer |
| Orson Scott Card | Neil Gaiman |
| Cassandra Clare | Kenneth Oppel |
| Suzanne Collins | Terry Pratchett |
| Cory Doctorow | Scott Westerfeld |
Science Fiction Series
Staff Picks
The White Pine™ Award 2012
Fiction Nominees
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| Ashes Ashes | Beat the Band | Blood Red Road |
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| Chance to Dance for you | Death Benefits | The Fifth Rule |
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Nonfiction Nominees
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On Saturday, August 27th nearly 100 teens gathered to eat pizza, play Wii, make buttons...and talk about their summer reading! Get Caught Reading participants across the city read 893, 618 pages this summer! Bravo! Following a concert by local teen indie band Igneous, participants, their friends and families waited in anticipation of the Awards Ceremony in the Wolf Performance Hall.
Congratulations to the Top Readers in the city:
Brittney at Glanworth Branch read 50, 572 pages.
Joanne at Central Branch read 37, 550 pages.
Alex at Crouch Branch read 31, 571 pages.
Prizes were also awarded to the top readers at each branch. Sherwood Branch had the overall highest total number of pages read: 145, 344 pages. Need some inspiration to keep reading once school starts? Check out the excellent book review blogs written by London teens on our Get Caught Reading blog. Congratulations again to all our readers!
See you next year.
Upcoming Shows
Loud Howls the Wolf - Sat 25 Feb 2012, 11 - 4
All shows are 7:30 - 8:00 pm in the Central Library cafe unless otherwise noted.
Photos from Recent Shows
Trash Alex
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Antoni Lueddeke - Lead Guitar; Lukasz Nowakowski - Key Boards & Guitar; Thomas Asthma - Bass Guitar; Clarke Elliot Estrada - Drums; Michael Theriault - Lead Vocals, Violin, Saxaphone LINK to band blog.
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Interested in a LOUD Gig?
What is LOUD?
LOUD is an indie music program featuring teen bands performing live... right in the Library! Performances have included a wide variety of genres, including classic rock, alternative rock and metal.
In summer months (weather permitting) shows take place in the Rotary Reading Garden at the Central Library. In the winter months, catch these hot gigs in the Annex cafe, by the Red Roaster coffee shop, Teen Annex, Central Library, 251 Dundas St.
LOUD in the News
LOUD in the Garden of Readin'
The third annual LOUD in the Garden of Readin' took place in the Central Library's Rotary Reading Garden on July 16, 2011. The lineup was awesome! Keep an eye out around London for these great bands playing near you:
Suburban Presence
Pandora's Sin
Igneous
Trash Alex
Watch Me Jumpstart
The Wired
Interviews
1.) How did you come up with your band name?
We decided to change our name from The Mars Monkeys, to Original Think because the band was heading in a different direction. Many of the members left, and our sound drastically changed. The initial band name was going to be Original Fink, a play on Derek Stocking’s uncle’s old band, Mathais Fink. However; fear of coming off as creepy caused us to change it to simply Original Think.
2.) What style of music does your band play?
We play mostly Alternative Rock focused on strong vocal harmonies and power instrumental parts.
3.) Do you write your own material?
Yes
4.) If so what influences that (books, movies, life etc)?
The influences for our songs vary, but are usually driven by life experiences.
5.) If you write, who writes most of your lyrics/music?
The original idea of the song is usually written by one person, however; the music is expanded on by the musicians who play each part, so it is hard to identify the writer of each song. The lyrics are usually written by Derek or sometimes Alvaro. All lyrics are open to changes and ideas that the band provides.
6.) What musical influences does your band have?
Our music is heavily influenced by Red Hot Chili Peppers and Jimi Hendrix, with slap bass and blues rock sounding solos.
7.) What other bands/music do you listen to?
We listen to Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, The Strokes, The Protomen, Raconteurs and Led Zeppelin.
8.) How long has your band been together
Under this name with these members, the band has been together for about one year.
9.) How/why did you get together?
The Mars Monkeys originally started off with 6 people who just wanting to play music. When the band wanted to get more serious, five people left leaving the bassist and guitarist. Shortly after, they picked up a new drummer.
10.) What ambitions do you have for your music and your band?
We are dreaming of making it somewhere in the musical industry, perferrably turning it into a career.
11.) Who are the members of your band?
The members of the band are, Derek Stocking, Alex Medos, and Alvaro Omana.
12.) What instruments/vocals do they play?
Derek Stocking – Guitar/Vocals
Alvaro Omana – Bass/Vocals
Alex Medos – Percussion
13.) What is the best gig your band has played so far?
The best gig we have played so far would have either been at the London Music Hall or Norma Jeans.
1.) How did you come up with your band name? Poet –
We voted on it out of a list of names that we came up with.
2.) What style of music does your band play?
We play mostly Rock and Alternative music.
3.) Do you write your own material?
Yes we have a few of our own.
4.) If so what influences that (books, movies, life etc)?
A variety of music influences, but mostly what’s in our heads.
5.) If you write, who writes most of your lyrics/music?
Nikki writes the Lyrics and Richard and Cam write the music.
6.) What musical influences does your band have?
Joan Jett, Kings of Leon, Metric.
7.) What other bands/music do you listen to?
Paramore, Foo Fighters, many others.
8.) How long has your band been together?
One year. We started in Sept. 2010.
9.) How/why did you get together?
We started in the Rock Band Program run by Brian Nelles out of the Marigold Studios in London.
10.) What ambitions do you have for your music and your band?
We want to make lots of original music and play for large audiences so we could do this for a living.
11.) Who are the members of your band?
Nikki Whitehead
Richard Lee
Jonathan Dahl
Sam Dow
Cam Givens
12.) What instruments/vocals do they play?
Nikki Whitehead – Lead Vocals, Guitar
Richard Lee – Lead and Rhythm Guitar
Jonathan Dahl – Drums, Harmonica
Sam Dow – Bass Guitar
Cam Givens- Lead and Rhythm Guitar
13.) What is the best gig your band has played so far?
Aeolian Hall East London Music Show in May 2011.

Interview with Watch Me Jumpstart
Watch Me Jumpstart performed at Loud in the Garden of Readin' on July 16 and at the Westmount library on July 28.
How did you come up with your band name? Our Name actually comes from the name of a song by a band called "Guided By Voices".
What style of music does your band play? We play indie rock. It kind of sounds like it could be played by a Slacker Rock band from the early 90's.
Do you write your own material? Yes, we write 100% of our material.
If so what influences that (books, movies, life etc)? The music in general is influenced by hours of listening to music and all the time every band member spends sitting at the computer, which is probably way too much of the time.
If you write, who writes most of your lyrics/music? Colin writes all of the lyrics, music and most of the arrangements. The band as a whole adds to the arrangements.
What musical influences does your band have? The material is influenced heavily by late 80's and 90's bands like Pavement, Dinosaur Jr., Modest Mouse, Built to Spill and Guided by Voices.
What other bands/music do you listen to? Pavement, Sonic Youth, Radiohead, Dinosaur Jr., Neutral Milk Hotel, Elliott Smith, Interpol, Yo La Tengo The Offspring, Weezer, The All American Rejects, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rise Against, Foo Fighters Band of Horses, System of a Down, Nirvana
How long has your band been together? This current band has been together since December 2010 but Colin and Patrick have been in different bands together since late 2008.
How/why did you get together? The band came together after the dissolving of a few bands that Colin and Patrick had been in. These bands ran into problems because Colin and Patrick couldn't find members who were willing to be committed enough to attend practices constantly. The current line up has worked well because each member is completely committed to the 2 band practices each week.
What ambitions do you have for your music and your band? Our current goal is to finish writing about 8-12 songs by the summer and then record a full length CD on our own. We would also like to be playing a lot more gigs.
Who are the members of your band? Colin Graham, Patrick Nichol, Kiefer Knight, and Dan Engel.
What instruments/vocals do they play?
Colin- Guitar, Lead Vocals, and Songwriting
Patrick- Drums, and Back-Up vocals
Kiefer- Bass, and Back-Up vocals
Dan- Guitar
What is the best gig your band has played so far? Our best gig so far was a battle of the bands in February where we managed to have an audience of about 120 people cheering wildly.

1.) How did you come up with your band name?
Well we had been searching for a really cool band name for a long time and knew that we wanted something kinda dark but with some meaning. We realized Greek mythology is a great place to find stuff like that and after some time we came up with Pandora’s Sin.
2.) What style of music does your band play? Mostly Hard rock and Metal, though we all have our loopholes.
3.) Do you write your own material? Yes, we just started to write stuff and it is a lot of fun!
4.) If so what influences that (books, movies, life etc)?
Well just other bands music and lyrics have a big impact on our writing and also just everyday life is great inspiration.
5.) If you write, who writes most of your lyrics/music?
We all write, but for our role in the band. Henry and Philip write most of the lyrics, Dylan, Philip and Henry write most of the guitar parts and Jake lays down the drum parts.
6.) What musical influences does your band have?
Well we are influenced by a lot of Metal bands particularly Metallica and Rage Against the Machine.
7.) What other bands/music do you listen to?
We like some classic rock bands such as Guns n’ Roses, Def Leppard, and Black Sabbath.
8.) How long has your band been together? Henry, Philip and Dylan have been in the band for about 10 months now and Jake has been in the band for about a month.
9.) How/why did you get together? Because we love to play, why else?
10.)What ambitions do you have for your music and your band?
We are heading into the studio in April to record and from there Henry is going to send the tapes to Slash ( Henry kinda knows Slash) and we’ll see from there. I think we are all hoping to get famous but there is a slim chance and we all have other ambitions so we’ll see where this takes us.
11.)Who are the members of your band? Henry, Dylan, Philip and Jake.
12.)What instruments/vocals do they play?
Henry Firmston - Lead Vocals, Rhythm Guitar
Dylan Jacobs - Lead Guitar
Philip Yetman - Bass Guitar, Backup Vocals
Jake Bzdel - Drums
13.)What is the best gig your band has played so far?
We played at a great New Year’s Eve party the crowd was so appreciative of the music even though there was only about 30 people.
Interview questions for LOUD bands
1.) How did you come up with your band name?
Poet –
We voted on it out of a list of names that we came up with.
2.) What style of music does your band play?
We play mostly Rock and Alternative music.
3.) Do you write your own material?
Yes we have a few of our own.
4.) If so what influences that (books, movies, life etc)?
A variety of music influences, but mostly what’s in our heads.
5.) If you write, who writes most of your lyrics/music?
Nikki writes the Lyrics and Richard and Cam write the music.
6.) What musical influences does your band have?
Joan Jett, Kings of Leon, Metric.
7.) What other bands/music do you listen to?
Paramore, Foo Fighters, many others.
8.) How long has your band been together?
One year. We started in Sept. 2010.
9.) How/why did you get together?
We started in the Rock Band Program run by Brian Nelles out of the Marigold Studios in London.
10.) What ambitions do you have for your music and your band?
We want to make lots of original music and play for large audiences so we could do this for a living.
11.) Who are the members of your band?
Nikki Whitehead
Richard Lee
Jonathan Dahl
Sam Dow
Cam Givens
12.) What instruments/vocals do they play?
Nikki Whitehead – Lead Vocals, Guitar
Richard Lee – Lead and Rhythm Guitar
Jonathan Dahl – Drums, Harmonica
Sam Dow – Bass Guitar
Cam Givens- Lead and Rhythm Guitar
13.) What is the best gig your band has played so far?
Aeolian Hall East London Music Show in May 2011.
The London Public Library has lots to offer secondary school teachers!
We know that students use both the school library and the public library to research assignments and choose reading material. By working together we can help provide your students with the best possible educational experience.
Curriculum Support – 24/7!
Class Visits

We invite you to bring your class to any Library location so students can become familiar with the services and resources we offer. Or, we can arrange to visit your class. Online booking and student library card information.
Types of Visits
Book an interactive visit for your class to learn how to find magazine and newspaper articles in online databases, search the library catalogue effectively, and use our links to trusted and recommended websites for research.
Let us show your students what the library has to offer - highlights of our website, programs and services for teens, and resources for assignments. We will show them around the library and allow time for browsing and borrowing.
We will introduce your students to new and classic authors that appeal to both advanced and reluctant readers. We will present recommended books and show them how to use NoveList, an online database.
Need something else? We can always customize a visit to support your current project or class focus to meet the needs of your students.
“Secondary School Class Visits @ London Public Library” flyer (pdf)
Video Games and the Next Generation of Literacy
At the Library
Websites
Banja
Explore It Land as you attempt to help Banja keep the magical island pure and vibrant... and discover with every episode new games, places, music, and surprises.
Big Fish Games
A new game everyday!
Coffee Break Arcade
Free Internet games directory.
FreeArcade.com
Take a break! Play some fun arcade games online for free.
Game Rankings
Come to this site to find reviews on any game or system.
GamePro
Find out what's what in the world of gaming.
GameSpot
"Where gamers go to know".
Nintendo
Find out the latest Nintendo news here, including upcoming games, support, and promotions.
PlayStation
Find out about games, online gaming, hardware, news, events, and promotions.
XBOX
Find out about new games, hardware, support, and the XBOX community.
Research Tips and Strategies
Step One
Think about your topic. Ask yourself exactly what you need to find out. Is your topic too broad or too narrow? Clearly define your topic by identifying the main concepts or keywords.
Step Two
Check an encyclopedia to get an idea of what your topic is about.
Step Three
Search the Library catalogue using keywords for your topic to discover books, films, and CDs.
Step Four
Information databases allow you to find current information found in newspaper, magazine, and academic journal articles about your topic. You can search these databases individually. Use your keywords.
If you've never used an information database, find out more about them.
Step Five
Search the Internet using keywords for your topic. A good place to start is the Research section of this website to find recommended websites in the online subject guides that are based on the high school curriculum.
Step Six
Evaluate the information you have collected from the Internet. Is it coming from a reliable source? Is the information correct? Does it match the information you found in steps 2, 3 and 4?
Step Seven
Write your bibliography using a standard format such as MLA or APA.
Here are some great citation sources for you to use:
APA Style
APA citation style is generally required for social and behavioural research papers. American Psychological Association provides style guides and tips.
Citation Machine
Make citation machine generate standard MLA and APA citations.
Dr. Abel Scribe PhD
Dr. Abel Scribe's Guides to Research Style and Documentation are concise guides to formatting and documenting research papers in AMA, APA, ASA, CBE, Chicago, and MLA style. The APA Web Sheet PDF and MLA Web Sheet PDF explain how to format Internet sources.
Plagiarism.org
What is plagiarism? This site has tips for planning, writing, and citing sources properly in your papers to avoid plagiarizing.
Step Eight
At any step, you may ask a librarian for help. That's what we're here for!
How do I find ... a suitable and reliable online source?
Try:
Where can I find --- websites, books and DVDs?
We recommend:
Art and Design
Antiques & Collectibles
Architecture
Fine Art
Graphic Arts
Graphic Design
Sculpture & Plastic Arts
Music Theatre and Dance
Classical Music
Dance
Popular Music
Theatre
Your Sources
Questions to Consider:
Examples of Bibliographies
On Your Own 
MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers 
APA Style
APA citation style is generally required for social and behavioural research papers. American Psychological Association provides style guides and tips.
Citation Machine
Make citation machine generate standard MLA and APA citations.
Dr. Abel Scribe PhD
Dr. Abel Scribe's Guides to Research Style and Documentation are concise guides to formatting and documenting research papers in AMA, APA, ASA, CBE, Chicago, and MLA style. The APA Web Sheet PDF and MLA Web Sheet PDF explain how to format Internet sources.
*available in print 
Where can I find ... websites, books and DVDs?
We recommend:
American Literature
British Literature
Canadian Literature
Poetry
Shakespeare
We Recommend: Short Classics
How do I choose ... a suitable book for my ISP?
Try:






Make sure your teacher approves your choice if it's for an assignment!
Where can I find ... Literary Criticism?
Try:




For best results, search by author AND title. When structuring your search, put quotation marks around names and titles. e.g. "Mary Shelley" AND "Frankenstein".
What if I need ... book reviews?
Try:





Add the phrase AND "book review" to your search. e.g. "Joseph Boyden" AND "Three Day Road" AND "book review"
Your Sources
Questions to Consider:
Checklist
Examples of Bibliographies
On Your Own 
MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers 
APA Style
APA citation style is generally required for social and behavioural research papers. American Psychological Association provides style guides and tips.
Citation Machine
Make citation machine generate standard MLA and APA citations.
Dr. Abel Scribe PhD
Dr. Abel Scribe's Guides to Research Style and Documentation are concise guides to formatting and documenting research papers in AMA, APA, ASA, CBE, Chicago, and MLA style. The APA Web Sheet PDF and MLA Web Sheet PDF explain how to format Internet sources.
*available online 
*available in print 
Where can I find... websites, books and DVDs?
We recommend:
Individuals and Families in a Diverse Society
Parenting and Child Development
How do I find ... a suitable and reliable online source?
Try:
• Canadian Business and Current Affairs (CBCA)
• Canadian Reference Centre
• EBSCO Host
• eLibrary Canada
• OneFile
• Science in Context
• Statistics Canada
Where can I find ... websites, books and DVDs?
We recommend:
Ecotourism
Ecozones
Physical Geography
When you're searching the web, remember to follow the Five W’s of Web Site Evaluation.
Your Sources
Questions to Consider:
Checklist
Examples of Bibliographies
On Your Own 
MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers 
APA Style
APA citation style is generally required for social and behavioural research papers. American Psychological Association provides style guides and tips.
Citation Machine
Make citation machine generate standard MLA and APA citations.
Dr. Abel Scribe PhD
Dr. Abel Scribe's Guides to Research Style and Documentation are concise guides to formatting and documenting research papers in AMA, APA, ASA, CBE, Chicago, and MLA style. The APA Web Sheet PDF and MLA Web Sheet PDF explain how to format Internet sources.
*available in print 
Make sure your teacher approves your choice if it's for an assignment!
How do I find ... a suitable and reliable online source?
Try:
Where Can I Find... websites, books and DVDs?
World History: ancient to 16th century (middle ages)
World History: 16th century (middle ages) to present
When you're searching the web, remember to follow the Five W’s of Web Site Evaluation.
My Teacher says, “Use a Primary Source”. What are primary and secondary sources?
All about Primary Sources
You can find primary sources for history in the London Room located on the third floor of the Central Library. You can find old newspaper and magazine articles, diaries, maps, land ownership documents and more. Ask the staff for help.
Your Sources
Questions to Consider:
Examples of Bibliographies
On Your Own 
MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers 
APA Style
APA citation style is generally required for social and behavioural research papers. American Psychological Association provides style guides and tips.
Citation Machine
Make citation machine generate standard MLA and APA citations.
Dr. Abel Scribe PhD
Dr. Abel Scribe's Guides to Research Style and Documentation are concise guides to formatting and documenting research papers in AMA, APA, ASA, CBE, Chicago, and MLA style. The APA Web Sheet PDF and MLA Web Sheet PDF explain how to format Internet sources.
*available in print 
What's an Information Database?
Why would I want to use these?
Have you ever needed information and someone else had already borrowed the book? Have you found yourself spending time searching on the Internet and trying to decide which information was accurate and current?
The articles in the information databases are:
My teacher said not to use the Internet.
The Internet Databases use the web as a delivery system but they are not the "Internet" in the sense intended by your teacher. In addition to popular magazines, thousands of articles from academic research journals are in Information Databases. Teachers are very impressed when you use current research in your papers.
Can’t I just get these off the Internet?
No. Most of these articles you have to pay to read on the Internet. We have paid for you to have access to these databases through our website.
How do I “open” a database?
Access is free with a valid London Public Library card in good standing! Just click on the picture of the database you wish to explore, type in your library card number and click on “authenticate”. See the list of databases.
Can I print or email my results?
Absolutely! You can print, email, and save your results when copyright allows.
Can anyone help me with these?
Call 519-661-4600, use AskON (see the right side) or visit your local London Public Library and a staff member will be happy to assist you!
Where can I find….math books at the library?
Technical Math for Shop & Construction
Math Books in Series
Math Busters
Covers basic math concepts such as Ratios & Percents, Geometry, Division & Multiplication, Decimals & Fractions, Algebra & Pre-Algebra.
Math Success
This series includes titles on Data, Graphing & Statistics, Algebra, Geometry & Trigonometry.
Where can I find….DVDs on math?
Standard Deviants DVDs
This amazing performing group will not only get you energized to do the math, but suddenly it will all become that much clearer - includes quizes and solutions. Check these out!
Where can I find....a good website?
We recommend:
Khan Academy
Find tutorial videos on every math topic from algebra to fractions to arithmetic. Also includes science topics too!
Math Forum
This website features math help for both high school (Grades 9 – 12) and middle school (Grades 6-8) on many topics including algebra, polynomials, exponents and algorithms, geometry (Euclidean!), probablility and trigonometry.
Purplemath
Algebra help! Wondering how to multiply polynomials? How to solve a linear equation? Figure out the slope of a straight line? This excellent website offers help on many different topics in algebra and trigonometry.
S.O.S. Mathematics
More than 2500 pages filled with short and easy-to-understand explanations. Subject areas include algebra, trigonometry, calculus, differential equations, complex variables, matrix algebra, and mathematical tables.
How do I find ... a suitable and reliable online source?
Try:
Where can I find --- websites, books and DVDs?
We recommend:
Anatomy
Animals
Astronomy
Biology
Chemistry & Physics
Earth Sciences & Weather
Inventions & Inventors
Mathematics
Quick Science Reference Websites
Conversion Tables
Periodical Table of Elements
When you're searching the Web, remember to follow The Five W’s of Web Site Evaluation.
Your Sources
Questions to Consider:
Examples of Bibliographies
On Your Own 
MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers 
APA Style
APA citation style is generally required for social and behavioural research papers. American Psychological Association provides style guides and tips.
Citation Machine
Make citation machine generate standard MLA and APA citations.
Dr. Abel Scribe PhD
Dr. Abel Scribe's Guides to Research Style and Documentation are concise guides to formatting and documenting research papers in AMA, APA, ASA, CBE, Chicago, and MLA style. The APA Web Sheet PDF and MLA Web Sheet PDF explain how to format Internet sources.
*available in print 
How do I find ... a suitable and reliable online source?
Try:
Where can I find --- websites, books and DVDs?
We recommend:
Child, Spouse and Elder Abuse
Food and Nutrition Sciences
Individuals and Families in a Diverse Society
Philosophy
Poverty and Homelessness
Psychology
Racism
Religion
Role of Women
Sociology
Your Sources
Questions to Consider:
Examples of Bibliographies
On Your Own 
MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers 
APA Style
APA citation style is generally required for social and behavioural research papers. American Psychological Association provides style guides and tips.
Citation Machine
Make citation machine generate standard MLA and APA citations.
Dr. Abel Scribe PhD
Dr. Abel Scribe's Guides to Research Style and Documentation are concise guides to formatting and documenting research papers in AMA, APA, ASA, CBE, Chicago, and MLA style. The APA Web Sheet PDF and MLA Web Sheet PDF explain how to format Internet sources.
*available in print 
Websites
A-Channel
Check out the A-Files! They will give you the downlow on what is happening "in the community".
Blues Fest
Love the Blues? Don't forget that London hosts its very own Blues Fest every summer.
Centennial Hall
Box office and schedule of events.
Home County Folk Festival
Check out who's going to be playing this year! Maybe you would like to volunteer? Maybe you are hoping to play yourself! This is the site for all of those interests.
John Labatt Centre
This London venue hosts concerts, events and is home to the London Knights hockey team.
London Free Press
Local news, events and movie listings.
London Ontario Rox
Check out what events, concerts and bands London has to offer!
My Gig List
Promoting gigs, artists & venues in Southwestern Ontario.
Original Kids
Theatre troupe for young people.
Street Connection
This is a drop in centre for street youth ages 16-24. They offer fun, individualized and collaborative programming.
Sunfest
Is international music your thing? Don't forget to check out musicians from around the world in our very own Victoria Park!
The Grand Theatre
Love the theatre? Check out the Grand Theatre's calendar for up and coming productions!
The Western Fair
Find out about the Youth Talent Search. What's playing at the Imax. What events are happening at the new Sports Centre, and so much more!
Theatre in London
Find out what's happening in London's theatre community (productions, reviews, auditions and awards).
Victoria Park
No matter what the season, there is always something fun and exciting at Victoria Park.
At the Library
Biographies of actors and actresses
Interviews with producers and directors
Guides to films and television shows
Websites
Agony Booth
Rogue reviewers trash the worst that the movie industry has to offer.
Cannes Film Festival
Explore the award winners for feature films, short films, and Cannes classics from 1946 to the current year.
FilmCritic.com
Film Critic has more than 4250 movie reviews and feature stories!
Hollywood Teen Movies
Launched with the aim of providing visitors with movie related material such as: movie reviews, pictures, posters, history, trivia, quotes, taglines, profiles, galleries, movie news, and more. Get the information you want about the teen movies you like - who were the original teen idols and teen queens and how do they compare with today's heartthrobs.
Hot Docs
North America's largest documentary festival.
Media That Matters Film Festival
Welcome to the new Media That Matters Film Festival website. Watch the newest collection, browse by issue, or view the festival archives through the dropdown menu. Enjoy the films, take action, and don't forget to share your comments!
Rotten Tomatoes
Check out new movie trailers, reviews, DVD releases, games, and then rate your own favourites with the "Tomatoe Picker"!
The Internet Movie Database
"Earth’s Biggest Movie Database".
Tribute.ca
Canada's movie based magazine. You don't have to go to the theatre to pick up the newest edition of Tribute! Read all about the stars and their newest releases.
At the Library
Biographies about rock musicians
Books about learning how to play guitar
Books about learning how to play piano
Books about learning how to sing
Books about songwriting
Piano and Voice Popular Songs Sheet Music
Music Scores with Guitar Chords
CDs
In My Community
BluesFest
Love the Blues? Don't forget that London hosts its very own Blues Fest every summer.
Centennial Hall
Box office and schedule of events.
Home County Folk Festival
Check out who's playing this year! Maybe you would like to volunteer? Maybe you are hoping to play yourself! This is the site for all of those interests.
John Labatt Centre
This London venue hosts concerts and events, and it is home to the London Knights hockey team.
London Music
All of London's live performances together on one calendar
My Gig List
Promoting gigs, artists, and venues in Southwestern Ontario.
Sunfest
Is international music your thing? Don't forget to check out musicians from around the world in our very own Victoria Park!
Websites
All About Jazz
Jazz fan? This is the site for you! Check out new CDs, artists, reviews, and guides to today's jazz scene.
Billboard.com
Fast and easy access to Billboard Magazine's huge electronic library.
CD Baby
Reviews of CDs from blues and pop to rap and hip hop.
Clever Joe's Musician Resource
This is a great guide to Canada's music industry.
LondonINDIE.com
London's independent music scene.
LyricsFreak
Check out the A-Z archive of song lyrics. There are some really cool music links and updated news stories on current musicians. There are also some really interesting historical music facts.
MTV
Extensive site which includes news articles, video clips, schedules, and features.
MuchMusic
Information on concerts, music videos, artist bios, and more.
Puretracks
This Canadian site is licensed to provide thousands of downloadable songs in all music genres.
RollingStone
Online home of Rolling Stone magazine.
Songfacts
A searchable database of song information compiled by radio professionals, music enthusiasts, and visitors to this web site. They hope that using this site will help you better understand and enjoy the songs you listen to, and invite you to share your knowledge with them so that others may benefit. They provide the album, year the song was released, highest US and UK chart position, and "Songfacts" about each song.
SPIN
SPIN magazine covers and promotes "all the music that rocks."
Spinner.com
AOL and XM, America's #1 Satellite Radio provider, have joined forces to bring you the ultimate online radio experience. What you get: · XM 100% commercial free music channels · XM original programming · 150+ stations of music, news, sports, and talk · Unlimited listening 24/7 365 days a year · Exclusive AOL only radio stations.
VH1
The online version of this cable station.
VIBE
Online hip-hop magazine.
At the Library
Guides to help you make decisions about your future, your relationships and more.
Explore Careers
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Interactive Canadian career resource with assessment tools, statistics, detailed occupation profiles, and job descriptions and outlooks. [Anaca Technologies] |
General Websites
Landlord and Tenant
CLEO (Community Legal Education Ontario) has online resources to help those who have moved out of their house for the first time, and how to deal with issues that may have risen out of this new life change.
Moving On!
"A Guide for Youth Moving from School to Community". Includes information about education, work placements, volunteering, social assistance, health programs, and residential services. For the counties of Elgin, London-Middlesex, and Oxford.
YouthWeb
The source for programs and services available to youth at the community level and beyond. Learn about jobs, education, finance, health and wellness.
Youthhood
Here you can start thinking about what you want to do with the rest of your life. This website was built to help you plan for the future. What will you do after high school? Will you work? Go to college? Live in a place of your own? By using this website, you can plan for your future right now!
Youth Justice
CLEO (Community Legal Education Ontario) provides online resources for youth to help them better understand and deal with issues that involve the justice system.
Explore Careers
| Interactive Canadian career resource with assessment tools, statistics, detailed occupation profiles, and job descriptions and outlooks. [Anaca Technologies] |
In My Community 
Job Bank - Student jobs
Click on "Student Job Search" for employment opportunites for students in London or across Canada. From Service Canada.
Job Connect – London
Job search assistance for youth aged 16 to 24 years old who are out of school, unemployed and not receiving Employment Insurance benefits. Located on the 2nd floor of the Central Library.
Starting Your Own Business
The Small Business Centre is in London and offers information about business start-up programs and competitions for youth.
YMCA-YWCA of London - Youth Internship Program
The Federal Public Sector Youth Internship Program is a real world work experience for young people. 382 Waterloo St., London, ON, N6B 2N8, telephone 519-667-3300.
Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) London
YOU is a non-profit organization in London that helps youth prepare for and find employment. Services range from employment counselling and workshops to job-readiness training.
Websites
Careers with the Federal Government
The Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP) offers full-time students the opportunity to gain summer employment experience by working for the Federal Government.
Dress to Impress
This guide from Washington State University offers tips on how to dress for an interview and includes photos of possible clothing choices with comments from recruiters.
Internships with the Federal Government
The Federal Public Sector Youth Internship Program (FPSYIP) offers unemployed or under-employed young Canadians between the ages of 15 and 30 the opportunity to gain work experience through a paid internship.
Job Search Q & A
Based in Toronto, the Youth Employment Services website offers job search questions and answers as well as résumé and cover letter writing tips and examples.
Ministry of Natural Resources - Youth Programs
Learn about summer opportunities, internships, co-ops and Aboriginal youth programs with the Ministry of Natural Resources.
New Graduate Recruiters
Jobpostings.ca is the online version of a recruitment magazine for college and university students looking for their first job after graduation. A special focus on disabilities and internships.
Ontario Internship Program
A paid, two year, entry-level employment opportunity in the Ontario Public Service for recent college or university graduates.
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
OYAP offers students in grade 11 or 12 the opportunity to begin apprenticeship training while completing their high school diploma.
Service Canada Centres for Youth
A list of contact information and hours of service for each of the Centres in Ontario. Centres offer summer job search assistance provided by youth, for youth.
Student Resources for Career Planning
The Ontario School Counsellor’s Association offers a large selection of links to information that can help you plan your education and career. Just click on ‘Student Resources’ to get started.
Summer Jobs and Internships
The Department of Canadian Heritage and Parks Canada offer 3 summer job programs for current students and 2 internship programs for graduates through the Young Canada Works initiative.
Workopolis
View job postings and find job search tips. Free registration is required to post résumés or apply for jobs.
Youth Opportunities Ontario
From the Government of Ontario, this site provides information on apprenticeships, summer jobs, starting your own business, career planning and your rights at work.

Websites
Ontario College Application Services
Ontario Universities' Application Centre
Distance Studies
Access to a searchable database of distance education courses and programs at over 30 Canadian universities.
eInfo
eInfo is a guide to Ontario's universities designed for secondary school students. You can search for programs, prerequisites and grade requirements using the Program Wizard, search university scholarships and awards and view details about residences and meal plans at each institution.
International Gateway to Education in Canada
Provides access for both the international education community and international students to Canadian education resources on the Internet .
Ministry of Colleges, Training and Universities
Search under "Distance Education" for links to numerous websites that provide access to distance learning programs.
OntarioLearn.com
Ontariolearn.com is a consortium of 22 Ontario Community Colleges that offers more than 750 courses to online students.
studentawards.com
Search university, college and company scholarships for incoming, currently enrolled or finishing a degree students in Canada.
Websites
Exchanges Canada
Information on a variety of national and international exchange programs for youth supported by the Canadian government.
France-Canada Youth Exchange
For young adults aged 18 - 35 years.
Katimavik
Katimavik's mission is to foster the personal, professional and social development of Canadian youth through volunteer involvement in communities from coast to coast.
Rotary Exchange
The Rotary Club of Canada administers summer and academic international youth exchanges.
Sweden-Canada Youth Exchange
For a limited number of teens between the ages of 18 and 30, the Swedish government offers a work permit for up to one year.