Portage College Library

01/29/2026

References for authored books include the author name(s), the year, the title, and the publisher's name. When a book has a DOI, include that as the last detail in the source element of the reference, after the publisher's name.

📖 Printed books and their ebook equivalents use the same reference format. Templates and examples are in Section 10.2 of the Publication Manual (7th ed.).

What's NOT in a reference for a book or an ebook?
👉 The file format, platform, and device (e.g., Kindle) are details not included in the reference.
👉 The location of the publisher is also not included in the reference.

01/20/2026

Starting college can be an exciting, nerve-racking & overwhelming time. Check out some of the student services offered to you.

01/15/2026

🎉Join us today (January 15) for Student Awareness Day! 📚✨

Need a study break or a reason to step away from your screen? We’ve got you covered!

👉 Join us January 15 | 1:00–4:00 PM at ANY library service point in Lac La Biche, Cold Lake, or St. Paul for:
🍿 Free snacks
🎁 Fun prizes
💡 Helpful info on student supports & services

📣 Online students — this includes YOU!
Visit 👉 https://portagecollege.libguides.com/services
on January 15 and complete the Student Awareness Guide activities (found on the left-hand side of the guide).

✔️ Discover awesome student resources
✔️ Get entered to win a $25 online gift card 💳
Don’t miss out — learn, snack, and win! 🙌📖

01/14/2026

Library staff will also be available during the Night Against Procrastination event to help with research and citation assistance. Hope to see you there!

Struggling to get started this semester? You’re not alone. Join us for Night Against Procrastination, a free evening designed to help you build better study habits, create a personalized Guide to Exam Week, and feel more confident heading into exams.

Students will connect with Student Learning Services, Counselling and Wellness, Library staff, and SAPC, enjoy supper and snacks, and end the night with relaxation yoga.

The event takes place on January 15, 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Cold Lake (SAPC Room), St. Paul (Learning Commons), and Lac La Biche (Library). This event is free for all students.

Register: https://portagecollege.ca/events/night-against-procrastination/

01/13/2026

🎉 Student Awareness Day is coming January 15! 📚✨

Need a study break or a reason to step away from your screen? We’ve got you covered!

👉 Join us January 15 | 1:00–4:00 PM at ANY library service point in Lac La Biche, Cold Lake, or St. Paul for:
🍿 Free snacks
🎁 Fun prizes
💡 Helpful info on student supports & services

📣 Online students — this includes YOU!
Visit 👉 https://portagecollege.libguides.com/services
on January 15 and complete the Student Awareness Guide activities (found on the left-hand side of the guide).

✔️ Discover awesome student resources
✔️ Get entered to win a $25 online gift card 💳

Don’t miss out — learn, snack, and win! 🙌📖

10/24/2025

Sunday Study Time! 📚
Great news for Lac La Biche Campus users!

We're now open on Sundays from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Need a quiet place to study, finish an assignment, or just browse our collection? We've got you covered! Come on down and make the most of your weekend.

02/26/2025

📚 Happy Freedom to Read Week! 📚

Celebrate the freedom to explore new worlds and ideas through books! This week, we're shining a spotlight on a classic that has sparked conversations for generations:The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain

In 1991 this novel was targeted by a parent group for removal from recommended reading lists in the Saint John (NB) School District 20. The primary objection was the perceived racism in characterization and language.

Let's champion the freedom to read and the power of stories!

Access the eBook through our catalogue here:https://portagecollibr.on.worldcat.org/oclc/968072597

02/24/2025

Portage College Library is proud to celebrate Freedom to Read Week! 📚 We believe in the right to access information and diverse perspectives. Our special display features books that have been challenged or banned, highlighting the importance of intellectual freedom. Come explore these thought-provoking titles and learn how you can advocate for your right to read. Visit this display at the our main branch in Lac La Biche!

11/16/2024

Today, on November 16th, we honor the life and legacy of Louis Riel, a leader who dedicated and sacrificed his life for Métis rights. His impact continues to be felt across Canada.

At Portage College, we recognize that we owe our very existence to the Métis who stood up in 1970 to keep our doors open.

Thank you to all who joined us in celebrating Métis culture and heritage over the past week.

11/08/2024

November 8th is Indigenous Veterans Day. Throughout the years, Indigenous participation in Canada’s military efforts have been impressive. Today, we would like to honor those who have fought to help protect our rights.

If you would like to read up about Indigenous Veterans, here is a link with some information.
https://www.veterans.gc.ca/en/remembrance/people-and-stories/indigenous-veterans

We hope that you can take some time out of your day to remember these heroes. Lest we forget.

11/02/2024

10/31/2024