Secondary Virtual Library Commons-Online Databases

There are a variety of online databases for secondary school students at the Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB).

Power search MyBluePrint

Use the power search button to navigate through the entire Gale databases.

How do I sign in?

If you're working from home, you'll need to sign into each database. Please ask your teacher or school librarian for a list of passwords to access each database. If you're at school, you won't need to enter a password.

Databases by subject

Check out these online databases and get access to a variety of digital resources to help support your education:

General browsing access

View the general browsing databases for educational resources to support your research and learning:

Literature resources

View the Gale Literature Resource Centre to access online literature resources including biographies, full-text criticisms, audio interviews and more.

References for educators

If you are an educator, administrator or education student, view the Gale references database for insights on issues in administration, funding and policy.