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Teens
Explore books, programs, volunteer opportunities, study spaces and more for teens!
A Space Just for Teens
You will find a space just for teens at our Capilano, Lynn Valley and Parkgate locations – all branches have tables for studying, along with teen books, graphic novels, manga, video games and more. At Parkgate, there is even a study room dedicated for teens. At Lions Gate, we have a small selection of teen books but staff are happy to bring over books from our other branches!
Digital Books, Audiobooks, and Magazines on the Libby App
Did you know that there are certain titles from NVDPL that can only be found as digital materials? Especially audiobooks, manga, and graphic novels! Download the free Libby app to your Apple or Android mobile device or read on your Kobo. Find out more about Libby or get started searching for your next favourite digital read right from our catalogue.
Free Online Arts & Crafts Courses
If you enjoy arts & crafts, Creativebug is your online gateway to a new hobby. Learn through thousands of video classes with activities for all ages and new content added daily. Instructional videos on sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet, drawing, painting, paper crafts, jewelry, food & home, holiday & party, and more.
Teen Activities & Volunteering
Teen Digital & Homework Resources
Explore our Catalogue
Teen Reading Recommendations
2026 North Shore Teen Film Festival
Call for Submissions
Calling all teen filmmakers on the North Shore! We invite you to submit your original film between March 1–31 to be included in the 2026 North Shore Film Festival. Learn more and submit your film.
Teen Film Festival Day | April 25, 2026
Join us at Lynn Valley Library for a jam-packed day celebrating youth filmmaking!
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Mobile Filmmaking Workshop: Learn how to shoot and edit a short film using your phone.
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Filmmaker Talk: Hear from Breanne Williamson a North Vancouver-based actor, comedian, writer, and director.
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Film Festival Screening: Watch the incredible short films created by local North Shore teens.
Register for the workshop and filmmaker talk, or get tickets to attend the screening. All event are FREE!
Get Involved
Teen Advisory Group
The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is a group of high school students interested in being involved with the library. We want to hear your ideas, concerns and suggestions! We meet once a month during the school year at Capilano, Lynn Valley and Parkgate branches to talk about teen services and programs and do fun stuff—make buttons, buy books, create activities for younger kids, be in parades, host photo contest receptions, etc. Always new & different—and there’s snacks.
Contact TAG@nvdpl.ca for more info, and check Programs & Events for the next meeting.
Teen Volunteering and Other Free Library Programs at NVDPL
During various times of the year, volunteering opportunities can include Book Buddies, Tech Tutoring, and help with special library events.
Contact TAG@nvdpl.ca to request to be added to our volunteer call-out email list, which is sent when any new opportunities arise.
To get more ideas for volunteer opportunities outside the library, look at the North Shore Youth Volunteer Directory.
Contact Us
Send us your questions about teen services and programs at NVDPL!