The JPL fosters and preserves Jewish culture in Montreal through a large collection of books, manuscripts and cassettes. JPL main library has over 125,000 books in 5 languages, English, French, Hebrew, Yiddish and Russian and 5,000 registered members. 5,000 cassettes and 3,000 videos are loaned yearly.
Volunteers deliver materials to house-bound members.
Various programs offered such as Sunday morning story hour, arts and crafts, creative workshops and Concerts for children.