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    The University of Alberta Library subscribes to numerous databases that are core for certain disciplines, but also really deserving of wider attention. Whether for class or for a bit of break, check out a selection of our most popular streaming services.

    NFB Education  is the National Film Board of Canada’s streaming video service. It includes all the videos available to the general public at NFB.ca as well as additional films, resources, and functionalities specifically developed for educators. 

    NFB Education requires first-time users to create an individual registration! To register for an account click here, and then: 

    • simply, use your University of Alberta email address
    • You may be asked to sign in to your account before you can access content

    You can search with filters or you can type in your search at the top left. This search allows you to find works that are available online, and to filter your search by subcategories including films, interactive works, or film directors.

    National Film Board of Canada’s Celebrates 85 Years of Filmmaking

    This year marks the National Film Board of Canada’s 85 Years of NFB Filmmaking. Over the decades, they have won Oscars and numerous accolades for its vast collections. It has played a pivotal role in Canadian cinema and cutting-edge Indigenous cinema. We hope you enjoy exploring NFB Education!

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  • La bibliothèque de l’Université de l’Alberta est abonnée à de nombreuses bases de données qui sont essentielles pour certaines disciplines, et qui méritent également une plus grande attention. Que ce soit pour les cours ou pour prendre une petite pause, consultez cette sélection de nos services de diffusion vidéo en continu les plus populaires. ONF Éducation est le service de diffusion vidéo en continu de l’Office national du film du Canada. Il…

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    by Guest Author
    by Guest Author

    The Henderson’s Directories of Canadian cities are among the most popular resources scanned and maintained by the University of Alberta Library. However, the historical background for the directories is difficult to find online – and as the team maintaining the digital copies, we are hoping to shed some light on this previously-obscure context. Published starting around 1880, the Henderson’s Directories covered many major cities of Canada, especially in the prairie region. The…

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  • A perennial favourite has returned to all University of Alberta Library locations! From Monday, November 18, 2024 until Sunday, December 1, 2024, our Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover is here for you to explore new reads. This year’s theme explores almost 400 printed works and 30 ebooks from Latin American and Caribbean authors. Previous works explored have from come authors representing Black, LGBTQ, Indigenous, East Asian, Middle Eastern and South…

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