Outreach Library Services

English as an Additional Language (EAL) Tutoring

• The PEI Public Library Service and the Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI - IRSA offer a free EAL program to help adults learn English. This program includes one-on-one tutoring and group conversations.

• Through this program, Islanders can either apply to volunteer as a tutor or apply to learn English by being matched with a tutor.

• In order to apply for this program, volunteers or applicants can contact the Immigrant & Refugee Services Association PEI - IRSA at 902-628-6009.

Community Care Facility Book Delivery Service

• The Community Care Facility Delivery Service gives residents of community care, long-term care, and nursing homes free access to books and other library materials. Materials are selected by library staff and delivered directly to participating facilities every 6 weeks. 

• In order register, facilities can contact Public Library Service Headquarters.

Early Learning and Child Care Centre Delivery Service

• The Early Learning and Child Care Centre Delivery Service provides child-care, early learning and daycare centres with free access to children's books. Materials are selected by library staff and delivered directly to participating facilities every 6 weeks. 

• In order register, facilities can contact Public Library Service Headquarters.

Home Library Service

• The Home Library Service is an outreach program that delivers library materials to Islanders who are not able to visit a library in person. Items are chosen by library staff, and delivered to participants every 6 weeks.

• This service is available to Islanders who have one of the following conditions:
  • a physical disability;
  • restricted mobility;
  • a chronic condition; or
  • recovering from surgery or illness.

• In order to apply for this service, applicants and/or family and caregivers can complete the following Home Library Service application form and submit it to their local public library branch. 

Music and Memory

• Music & Memory is a non-profit organization that uses personalized music to improve the lives of individuals with cognitive and physical conditions. By partnering with Music & Memory, the PEI Public Library Service aims to help Islanders living with dementia, Alzheimer's, and other physical issues.

• Through the library's Music & Memory program, participants can borrow a portable music device (MP3) preloaded with a personalized music playlist. MP3 players can be borrowed for 6 weeks, with the possibility of renewal.

• In order to apply for the service, applicants and/or their family and caregivers can complete the following online application form.

• Community Care, long-term care and nursing homes can also apply for the service on behalf of their residents.

• For more information on this service, contact Public Library Headquarters.