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Chess in the Library

A non-profit, student-led organization which aims to provide accessible chess across Canada. Chess in the Library is a student volunteer-run program.

As its name implies, the program is about playing chess in public libraries, where the environments are quiet and surrounded by books of knowledge. Members gather each week to play causal chess, blitz, and CFC rated games. Players of all ages and strengths are welcome to come and play, chess sets are provided.

09/14/2024

Hello everyone! Duffern Clark's drop-in chess program will be starting again on September 17th. This program will run every Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:00 PM. We welcome everyone, including children, adults and families! Hope to see you there!

09/07/2024

The Giuoco Piano Game is a branch of the Italian Game, with the continuation of Bishop to C5. Translated in italian as the "quiet game", it allows intermediate players to continue with a variety of lines without have massive weaknesses. From this position, the center pieces have been controlled along with natural development of the knights and bishops. What would you play next as white?

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09/02/2024

Hi all! VMC Library's chess program are continuing for children, adults and families to enjoy. This program will run every 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. See you there!

(Sessions on Sept 12, 26; Oct 10, 24...)

09/01/2024

Hello chess enthusiasts! The children's program at Milliken Mills will be starting up again on September 8th. This program will run every 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month from 1:30 PM to 3:15 PM. However on the first session (Sept 8, it will run from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM.

(Sessions on Sept 8, 22; Oct 27; Nov 10, 24; Dec 18, 22)

09/01/2024

Please welcome your 2024-2025 curriculum developer!

Max is a Grade 10 student at The York School and an avid chess player immersed in the game, often contemplating what piece to move. Besides engaging in chess games, you can spot Max devoting his time to ultimate frisbee, skiing, and hockey. Combining with Chess in the Library, Max is ready to help you reach your chess potential. He can’t wait for this amazing year to unfold on and off the board.

09/01/2024

Please welcome your 2024-2025 curriculum developer!

Ryan is a Grade 12 student at the Crestwood Preparatory College. He is a competitive chess player with a ~2300 rating on chess.com and a ~2000 CFC rating. Beyond chess, Ryan is also fond of mathematics and badminton. As a member of the CITL team, he is excited to share his enthusiasm for chess and help promote chess education within the community.

09/01/2024

Please welcome your 2024-2025 marketer!

Howard is a Grade 11 student at Alexander Mackenzie High School enrolled in the IB program. He is passionate about chess and spends his time learning ways to improve. His interests include reading, badminton, and archery. He devotes his free time to animal welfare and community service. This year, he is excited to join the executive team as a Marketer, and he aims to use this chance to combine his interests in chess and marketing.

09/01/2024

Please welcome your 2024-2025 marketer!

Crystal is a Grade 10 student at Havergal College. She played competitive chess when she was young and has recently gotten back into the game. Apart from chess, Crystal likes to play geoguessr, watch youtube, and curl (the sport). She is excited to be a part of the CITL team as a marketer.

09/01/2024

Please welcome your 2024-2025 webmaster!

Lars is a Grade 12 student at Leaside High School. He is very interested in programming and has been playing chess since he was young. Lars’ hobbies include playing squash and golf, video games, and sailing. As the webmaster for the CITL team, he is responsible for managing the website and keeping everything up to date.

09/01/2024

Please welcome your 2024-2025 webmaster!

Shylah is a Grade 12 highschool student at University of Toronto Schools. She first started playing chess at recess with friends. At CITL, she holds the webmaster position and is excited to help CITL on their journey to make chess more available. She also likes game development and playing sports.

09/01/2024

Please welcome your 2024-2025 tournament director!

Jason is a Grade 12 student at Don Mills CI who is excited to continue working as Chess in the Library's Tournament Director this year. Aside from learning chess, he enjoys improving his music and math skills as well as watching videos on the internet.

09/01/2024

Please welcome your 2024-2025 vice president!

Victoria is a Grade 10 highschool student who will be attending Newmarket high school this year. Other than playing chess, she likes to do math. Last year, she was the Marketer for Chess in the Library. This year, she is a part of the Chess in the Library 2024- 2025 team as the Vice President.

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