In celebration of Black History Month, we invite you on a literary journey featuring a selection of books by and about Black Canadians. These are only a few of the inspiring books, music, and films about Black Canadians found in our collections. More suggestions for Black History Month: Ask us a question!  As always, if you need help with your library research… Ask us! This content is licensed under a CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 Creative…

From its anonymous debut to a brief adventure in the U of A Library’s open stacks, we trace the history of a first edition that remains one of the most-requested books in Bruce Peel Special Collections. Read the full story originally published in The Quad on January 22, 2026 By Adrianna MacPherson

Happy New Year, and welcome to a new academic term – both with opportunities for reflection, self improvement, and goals. One area for potential new school year resolutions are study and writing skills. Developing strong study skills and a polished writing style will not only help you this year, and the rest of your post secondary journey, but also your life and career beyond the University of Alberta. Our Learning Specialist colleagues…

Looking for the perfect companion for a snowy afternoon? Whether you’re curling up with a blanket, sipping something warm, or simply taking a well-deserved break, we’ve gathered a selection of cozy Canadian books, films, and music to add a little extra winter magic to your holiday season. Cozy Canadian Reads Streaming databases If a movie and popcorn are more your style, explore one of our streaming platforms. You’ll find everything from documentaries…