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The Decoda Literacy Library is for literacy instructors, tutors, learners, researchers, community workers and anyone in British Columbia who has an interest in adult, youth and family literacy. Anyone from British Columbia can borrow books – by mail – for free.

We have over 5,000 books, DVDs and other materials on subjects spanning the full spectrum of literacy. Browse our catalogue, check out our topic lists, or ask our librarians for help!

Search the library catalogue

Find over 5,000 books, DVDs and other materials here.
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Library Materials by topic

Find lists of materials in our library or online, categorized by topic.
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New in the Library

Find a list of the newest materials to arrive in our library.
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Read All About Lit: Our Library Blog

Decoda Literacy Library’s Blog, for the latest on what’s new in the library, useful links and fun facts.
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Reviews of Literacy Materials

Visit ELMO Reviews (Exemplary Literacy Materials Online) for reviews of literacy materials by and for literacy practitioners and learners.
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Ask a Librarian

Have a question? Need help finding a resource? Looking for statistics, research, or that book about…you know…the one with the orange cover? Our library team can help!
You can always contact us directly at our email address: library@decoda.ca

How to Borrow from Our Library 

Anyone in BC can borrow our library books through the mail, for free.
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  • Contact the Library

    Need help finding books or resources? Contact the Library anytime at , or 604-681-4199 x 406.

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