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Library offers LinkedIn Learning access, weekly digital-equity giveaways and Spanish classes, public comment says
Summary
A public commenter told council the Markham Public Library obtained a LinkedIn Learning subscription — access to over 16,000 courses for cardholders — and will hold a weekly February raffle of tech items through digital equity grants; weekly Spanish classes are offered for beginners.
During public comment Christal Beyer reported that the Markham Public Library has acquired a LinkedIn Learning subscription through a grant, giving library cardholders access to more than 16,000 online courses including Microsoft Office and QuickBooks certifications. Beyer said the library will run a February-only "Digital Equity Get Connected" weekly giveaway, raffling items such as a laptop, iPad, fitness watch, or gift card using digital equity grant funds.
Beyer also said the library offers a relaxed, beginner-friendly Spanish class every Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., welcoming participants of all ages; she noted an 87-year-old student is participating. The public comment emphasized the library's role in digital-skills and equity efforts over the winter months.
Council did not take action on the library remarks; the comments were recorded as part of the public comment period.
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