Vaughan Public Libraries
Vaughan Public Libraries' Black Heritage Collection was the first of its kind in York Region. Set up in response to the needs of the local community, the collection was officially launched at Dufferin Clark Library on February 25, 1989.

The current emphasis of the collection is on Black Canadian and Caribbean literature, history, and culture. Other materials in the collection examine, describe, or depict the experiences of Black people in general, including African literature, and Afro-American materials.

The collection continues to grow, containing recreational reading for all ages as well as study and research resources. The collection is consulted by students at all levels of education, by authors researching a particular topic or person, by parents and teachers, as well as by the casual browser.

Staff are available throughout library open hours to assist visitors using the collection, and welcome inquiries by phone, letter, or fax, and via the Email Librarian.

Links to high-quality, librarian-evaluated Web sites on a variety of Black Heritage topics.
High-quality subscription databases providing Black Heritage information; some available through the Web, others in designated branches only.
Subject-based library guides prepared by VPL librarians on a variety of Black Heritage-related topics.
Need help locating resources on a specific topic? Try using our email reference service, your question will be answered within 24 hours. 
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