The best libraries to work and study in Toronto
The 10 libraries in Toronto best set up for a laptop or a day of studying, led by E.J. Pratt Library, Sigmund Samuel Library and John M. Kelly Library (University of St. Michael's College).
Ranked by work score: Wi‑Fi, power, seating, hours, what reviews say about laptops and noise, and who recommends working there. One branch per chain.
01E.J. Pratt Library
library71 Queen's Park Crescent East★ 4.6Work 100
E.J. Pratt Library is a public library in Toronto's Queen's Park area with a good book collection and natural light from windows. Reviewers appreciate the quiet atmosphere and green views, though some find certain areas noisy.
02Sigmund Samuel Library
libraryToronto★ 4.3Work 100
Sigmund Samuel Library is a public library on the University of Toronto campus. Reviewers describe it as cozy with good lighting in parts of the space, though opinions vary on atmosphere.
03John M. Kelly Library (University of St. Michael's College)
library113 Saint Joseph Street★ 4.1Wi‑FiWork 100
John M. Kelly Library is a public university library in central Toronto with long evening hours and a quiet atmosphere appreciated by visitors. Reviewers mention friendly and helpful staff, and note that the second floor offers particularly quiet study spaces.
04Emmanuel College Library
library75 Queen's Park Crescent East★ 4.1PowerWork 100
Emmanuel College Library is a small, beautiful library on the third floor of Emmanuel College in Toronto, open to the public on weekdays. Visitors describe it as quiet and conducive to focus, with comfortable seating and a cozy atmosphere.
05Cheng Yu Tung East Asian Library
libraryUniversity of Toronto, 130 St George St 8th FloorWi‑FiWork 100
07University of Toronto Engineering & Computer Science Library
library130 St George, Sandford Fleming BldgWi‑FiWork 100
08Richard Charles Lee Canada Hong Kong Library
libraryRobarts Library, 130 St George St 8th FloorWi‑FiWork 100
09University of Toronto St Michael's College Library
libraryUniv of Toronto, 113 St Joseph StWi‑FiWork 100
10Toronto Reference Library
library789 Yonge StWork 94
For the lone-wolves, glass circular study pods ... are available. And for those who want to make friends, you can sit at any of the large wooden tables dispersed throughout — complete with electronic outlets.
STOREYSMay 2018
