Teen Advisory Group

TAG stands for Teen Advisory Group – a place where you can share your ideas about the library’s teen programs, services and collections and earn community service hours! Our citywide TAGs bring teens together from all over Vancouver using Zoom or in-person! 
 

Registration is now closed.

What do TAG members do?

• Advise librarians on programs and services
• Develop and lead teen programs when possible
• Meet every two weeks in-person or online using Zoom
• Promote the library as a great place to be

When does TAG meet?

TAG meets September-June.

Meetings take place virtually on Zoom (link will be emailed before the meeting) or in-person at one of our branches every second Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday from 4-5 p.m.

Where does TAG meet?

FULL Virtual TAG: Online via Zoom every other Tuesday @ 4 p.m. starting September 24 

FULL Central Branch:  Every other Wednesday @ 4 p.m.starting September 25

FULL - Kensington Branch: Every other Tuesday @ 4 p.m. starting September 24

FULL Renfrew Branch : Every other Thursday @ 4 p.m. starting September 26

FULL Kerrisdale Branch: Every other Thursday @ 4 p.m. starting September 26

FULL Kitsilano Branch:  Every other Wednesday @ 4 p.m. starting September 25

How can I volunteer for TAG? 
Membership is open to anyone 13-18 years of age living in Vancouver.

Have additional questions? Email teens@vpl.ca.

ink TAG

Are you interested in helping put together ink, VPL's journal of teen writing and art? ink Teen Advisory Group members are involved in all aspects of the magazine's publishing cycle, including selecting pieces, magazine design and layout, and planning the launch party. They will also participate in mentoring workshops with artists and writers. Email teens@vpl.ca to participate!

When does ink TAG meet?

ink TAG meets from February - December. Our current dates are every second Thursday, October 3 - November 28 from 4-5p.m.

Where does ink TAG meet?

ink TAG will meet virtually over Zoom and in-person at the Central Branch.

How can I volunteer for ink TAG?

Membership is open to anyone 13-18 years of age living in Vancouver. Email teens@vpl.ca to register.

How do I learn more about ink?

You can find out more and read previous issues here!

Teen Services is working to make our programs accessible to all Vancouver teens. Please email us at teens@vpl.ca to let us know how our program facilitators can support you to participate fully and comfortably.