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Zoe Whittall Biography
Wikipedia. “Zoe Whittall (born February 16, 1976) is a Canadian poet, novelist and TV writer.”
Zoe Whittall Biography
The Canadian Encyclopedia. “Zoe Whittall, novelist, poet, journalist (b at South Durham, Que 16 Feb 1976).”
Artist Jenny Odell explains why place is the antidote to the attention economy
Verge interview. “Odell’s book, How to Do Nothing, is actually about how to find the strength to do something”
How to quit Facebook without quitting Facebook
Vox interview. “Jenny Odell’s How to Do Nothing makes the case for keeping your Facebook account, staying on Twitter, checking your email, but doing it all differently, and “not as asked.””
Tricycle Review: How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy
“A Silicon Valley data scientist and Zen priest reflects on Jenny Odell’s instant classic, How to Do Nothing.”
The Guardian Review: How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy
“Author Jenny Odell talks about the attention economy and the value of being alone with one’s thoughts”
Washington Post Review: How to do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy
“Our devices steal our attention. We need to take it back.”
The New York Times Review: How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy
“A Manifesto for Opting Out of an Internet-Dominated World”
Jenny Odell Biography
Author’s Website. “I am an multi-disciplinary artist and writer based in Oakland, California.”
After CERB: Transitioning to New Benefits
Information from the Government of Canada on transitioning from the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) to Employment Insurance (EI). This page also includes information on the phase-out of the following recovery benefits: Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB), Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB), and Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB).
Race & Racism – Ebook Booklist (Overdrive)
A fantastic ebook list on race and racism curated by our Librarians, available through our Overdrive (Library2Go) e-collection.
Overdrive is our largest collection of ebooks and downloadable audiobooks. Search for, check out, and download titles through our catalogue or the Library2Go website. Using a tablet or phone? Get the Libby by OverDrive App, find West Vancouver Memorial Library, and enter your barcode/PIN to log in. For more information visit or call the Help Desk.
Access Information: Licensed for West Vancouver residents, students, and business owners only.
New to OverDrive (Library2Go)? View a tutorial.
Download the app: iOS | Android
Ebooks & Downloadable Audiobooks
Race & Class Studies: Kanopy Film List
A curated selection of over 800 movies and documentaries relating to race and class curated by our online video streaming service Kanopy.
New to Kanopy? View a tutorial.
Download the app: iOS | Android
Access Information: Licensed for West Vancouver residents, students, and business owners only.
Film & Music (streaming)
Centre for Diversity and Innovation
Based in the North Shore, the Centre for Diversity and Innovation (CDI) is dedicated to educating and empowering people, communities, and organizations about diversity and inclusion. They have compiled helpful resources on the following topics:
Indigenous Voices and History for Young People
A mix of fiction and non-fiction for kids and teens. All fiction titles are Own Voices, meaning one or more of the creators is First Nations, Inuit, or Métis.
Legislative Library of British Columbia
The Library creates and maintains fact-checked lists of current and historical political information. Search the Library’s extensive collection of B.C. and federal government documents, along with materials on Canadian history, parliamentary procedure, public administration, and political science.
Guide to Allyship
An open source starter guide to help you become a more thoughtful and effective ally.
North Shore Community Resources – Volunteer
Volunteer opportunities with NSCR’s own programs or with other North Shore agencies. NSCR also helps youth and newcomers to Canada to connect to new opportunities and skills.
District of West Vancouver – Be Involved
Have your say in what kind of community you live in! Ways citizens of West Vancouver can get involved in meaningful and positive ways, including participation on committee and working groups and in public consultations.
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