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Aly Velji

@alyvTO

Librarian & proud dad of 3! Developing services & programs to support vulnerable persons. Manager, Adult Services @TorontoLibrary. Tweets are my own

 Toronto, Canada
Joined September 2009
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Improve your financial well-being this November. Learn about taxes and benefits, saving, financial planning and protecting yourself from scams. Find a program near you: ow.ly/UFtn50ZZnsr #FinancialLiteracyMonth
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Discover practical tips on planting and maintaining gardens that provide beautifully blooming habitats for pollinators. Learn more: ow.ly/fern5100w0i
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Treaties Recognition Week is an opportunity to learn about the continuing impacts of treaties and our shared role in upholding them. Deepen your understanding of treaties and their lasting impacts on everyone in Canada: ow.ly/ZfUX50ZXEZY
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Learn more about pre-contact peace agreements between Indigenous nations and the role treaties play in Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous studies professor Rick Monture. 📅 Tue, Nov 10 at 6 pm 📍 Spadina Road 🔗 ow.ly/BVAl5100z2r.
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Finding the right support can make a difference to your mental health and well-being. Explore library programs and resources to connect with others, build coping skills and support recovery: ow.ly/qxoy50ZYyyl In partnership with @CMHAToronto @gersteincrisis @TAIBU_CHC
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New to Toronto? We’re here to help! Connect with a settlement worker to find out how you can: ✅ Get free help finding a job ✅ learn English & attend free language classes ✅ Obtain a driver's licence ✅ Join newcomer programs Book a free appointment: tpl.ca/using-the-library/new…
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Attend a screening of Dear Disabled Black Woman, a documentary featuring Black women with disabilities sharing their experiences navigating work and disability in Canada. Q&A with Ingrid Palmer to follow. 📅 October 16 🕚 11 a.m. | Fairview Register: ow.ly/oNxj50ZRwlL
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Bestselling author David Treuer discusses his new book, The Savage Mind, a groundbreaking and intimate reckoning with the history of North America. With Tanya Talaga. 📅 Oct 19 | 7 pm 📍 Toronto Reference Library Reserve your free tickets: ow.ly/n2k450ZM1Mb #SalonSeries
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Mark Carney
@MarkJCarneyOct 2
The Dunn House model brings health care and housing together. It provides supportive housing for those who need it most, reduces strain on emergency services, and saves millions of dollars in health care costs.    It’s compassionate, effective care — and that’s why we’re expanding it.
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@gregorrobertsonOct 1
Housing is a key part of health care. Opened in Toronto in 2024, Dunn House, Canada’s first Social Medicine housing, has already shown extraordinary results. By offering permanent and supportive housing to those experiencing homelessness, we’ve seen emergency department visits down 52% and hospital stay lengths down 79% among residents, as well as millions of dollars saved in hospital costs. Less than a year after launching, Build Canada Homes is already helping scale this proven model. With a new $25 million federal investment in Dunn House Phase 3, we’re expanding supportive housing and changing more lives.
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All branches will be closed on Wednesday, September 30 for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. Take time to learn and reflect on this day with our curated booklists and resources about Indigenous histories, experiences and perspectives: ow.ly/vCuk50ZQbQt
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🎨TPL provides space for art exhibits which reflect the diverse cultural interests of the city and its neighbourhoods. Artists are invited to submit their work by October 3 for possible exhibition during the 2027 Art Exhibits season. Learn more: ow.ly/TCGV50ZFRlO
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Join our free Business Inc. program, connecting aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs with expert advisors, business planning support and networking opportunities. In partnership with @theTBDC Attend an upcoming information session:  ow.ly/NwQy50ZuGnv
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Discover books on Black history, the contributions of Black Canadians and the fight against anti-Black racism. Explore essential reads for Emancipation Month: ow.ly/KiFM50ZtyZy
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Asthma is common, but misunderstood. Join respirologist & clinician scientist Dr. Andrew Kouri to learn the myths, the modern treatments and tools to help you manage it better. Presented in partnership with @WCHospital. August 19 I Online Register: ow.ly/UnKX50ZsoYp
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THREE GAMES LEFT. ⚽🏆 Catch the action at a branch near you: ow.ly/lYgI50ZnsmT #FWC26 #WeAre26 #FIFAWorldCup
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🎨 Make this your most creative summer yet! Join Arts Mentor in Residence Elaine Chan-Dow for inspiring workshops and personalized consultations designed to help artists thrive. Register now: ow.ly/k4NX50ZkNr5
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It's a hot one today in Toronto! We're part of @CityOfToronto's Heat Relief Network. Beat the heat at any of our 100 branches during opening hours. ❄️ Find a cool space near you 👉ow.ly/LrZM50Zn3p2
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Celebrate Disability Pride Month with joyful stories and powerful voices that explore the intersection of disability and 2SLGBTQ+ identities. Discover your next read: tpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/lis…
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This summer, our Arts Mentor in Residence Elaine Chan-Dow leads a series of arts-based workshops and one-on-one consultations for artists at our Malvern branch. Learn about audience development, grant-writing, pricing your work and more. Register today! ow.ly/xchn50ZkMx3
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A new library is coming to Quayside! 🌊 Our 102nd branch along Toronto’s eastern waterfront will expand access to services and transform the rapidly growing neighbourhood. Community consultations are anticipated to begin in 2028. Learn more: ow.ly/IBac50Zhlap
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