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1915-1942 – Port Arthur Daily News / Port Arthur News-Chronicle: Social Notices and News

This index covers notices for birth, marriage, news, retirements, anniversaries, divorce, military records and more as published in the Port Arthur Daily News or the Port Arthur News-Chronicle from 1915-1942. This index also includes WWI References from August - December 1914. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1988 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1989 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1990 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1991 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1992 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1993 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1994 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1995 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1996 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1997 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1998 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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1999 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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2000 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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2001 – Thunder Bay Index

The Thunder Bay Index is a subject index bringing together periodical/newspaper articles covering Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario. Full text articles can be viewed on microfilm at the Brodie Resource Library. To request an accessible version of an index or request an article, please email research@tbpl.ca

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Academic Search Premier Databases Library Card Required.

Full-text articles from academic journals, covering all major areas of study including social sciences, humanities, education, physics, chemistry, biology, engineering, language and linguistics.

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Ancestry Library Edition Databases

Ancestry Library Edition is a database of genealogical resources for finding vital records, census records, immigration records (birth/death registrations), land and tax records, wills, selected military records, voting lists, etc.. The resource is especially for U.S. and Canadian records, and also includes some European, Australian and New Zealand records.

Ancestry LE contains over 30,000 record collections which span much of the globe and together hold over 11 billion records, some going back to the 1500s. Ancestry Library Edition contains more records than the free site but slightly less than the full premium site. Please note, the information you will be able to find will vary depending on where and when your ancestors lived. In addition, not all records will be available for each of your ancestors being researched. New content added weekly!

Ancestry LE is only available for in-branch use. 

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Auto Repair Source Library Card Required.

Service and repair information for thousands of vehicles including: step-by-step repair information, diagrams, maintenance schedules, parts and labor estimates, service bulletins and recall information.

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Britannica Library Databases Library Card Required.

With sections customized specifically for the interests of children, young adults and adults, visitors of any age can conduct research, work on special projects, or explore their unique interests.

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Explora Databases Library Card Required.

Lets students, educators and library patrons quickly find the reliable information they need to complete homework and research projects, deliver robust school curriculum, achieve their professional goals and satisfy their intellectual curiosity.

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Gale eBooks Library Card Required.

An award-winning, hassle-free eBook experience — anytime, anywhere, and on any device.

Gateway to Northwestern Ontario History Databases

The Gateway to Northwestern Ontario History is a virtual gallery of historic photographs, books, drawings and artifacts from the libraries and museums of Northwestern Ontario. The collection is managed by the Thunder Bay Public Library and hosted by OurDigitalWorld, opens a new window. It provides access (full text and/or index records) to the historical digital collections of libraries, archives, museums, historical societies, government agencies, and private collections from across Thunder Bay, Ontario, and Canada. Copyright restrictions may apply. Questions or comments about the database as part of the Thunder Bay Public Library's online collection will be addressed on an individual basis in accordance with TBPL Policies.

3,500+ photographs, are available online through Gateway to Northwestern Ontario History as well as 2000+ historical maps related to Thunder Bay and Canada can be accessed via the Gateway to Northwestern Ontario History. Copyright restrictions may apply. 

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Green File Databases Library Card Required.

A research database covering all aspects of human impact to the environment. Its collection of scholarly, government and general-interest titles includes content on global warming, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling, and more.

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MasterFILE Premier Databases Library Card Required.

Full text for general reference magazines and publications covering a wide range of subject areas including business, health, education, general science and multicultural issues. It also includes an extensive image collection of more than 2 million photos, maps and flags.

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Ontario Genealogy Holdings Report

The Ontario Genealogy Society has placed a number of their own resources at the Thunder Bay Public Library for the benefit of library patrons. This report will provide an overview of the various resources the OGS houses at the library.

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SimplyAnalytics Databases Library Card Required.

A web-based mapping, analytics, and data visualization application that makes it easy for anyone to create interactive maps, charts, and reports using 100,000+ data variables.  Remote access is available between 7am - 7pm in 20 minute sessions with a library card.

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Tumblebook Library Library Card Required.

Over 1100 titles for grades K-6, and includes animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, non fiction books and videos and curated playlists, as well as books in Spanish and French.

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World War One Thunder Bay Centennial Project

The effects of World War One could be felt every day in Fort William and Port Arthur communities between 1914 and 1918. The local newspapers printed Victory Loan advertisements, editorial reports, and stories on an almost daily basis. While the impact of World War One is felt differently today, it is no less significant than it was 100 years ago. The World War One - Thunder Bay Centennial Project commemorates this time in history through stories, displays, exhibits, and more.

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