Innovation in Libraries Celebrated at Ontario Public Library Week Launch
Deputy Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport Celebrates Creative Culture in Libraries
On Oct. 20, join the Ontario Library Association and the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport for a celebration of Ontario’s public libraries.
The morning will feature an exclusive tour of the Scarborough Civic Centre Branch, Toronto Public Library’s 100th branch, which includes the library’s new Digital Innovation Hub and 3D printing station. Drew Fagan, Deputy Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, will also announce the shortlist for the Public Libraries Service Awards. Every year, the awards recognize excellence and innovation in public libraries across the province.
Ontario Public Library Week serves to highlight how public libraries have evolved to play many roles and services beyond just lending books. Today’s libraries serve as a venue for the inspiration, creation and development of ideas in an increasingly knowledge-based economy. Over 3.7 Ontarians visit public libraries for programs, which can include video/animation courses, early learning programs, social events for seniors, speaker sessions, and health information sessions.
Ontario Public Library Week begins on Oct. 18 and is facilitated by the Ontario Library Association. See a special Ontario Public Library Week message from The Honourable Michael Coteau Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, online.
WHEN: Monday, Oct. 20, 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Scarborough Civic Centre branch (Toronto Public Library)
156 Borough Drive, Toronto, ON M1P 4N7
WHAT: Tour of Scarborough Civic Centre branchfollowed by remarks
WHO: Drew Fagan, Deputy Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport; Todd Kyle, 2016 President-elect, Ontario Library Association, Ron Carinci, Toronto Public Library Board Chair.
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About the Ontario Library Association: The Ontario Library Association (OLA) is a centre of excellence for the library and information sector, with 5,000 members who work in public, school, academic and special libraries. OLA enables members to advocate for the right of individuals to have free and equitable access to information. Our members research, develop and participate in educational programs designed to provide exemplary library services. Signature OLA events include the annual Super Conference and the Forest of Reading® program. Follow us on Twitter @ONLibraryAssoc.
About Toronto Public Library: Toronto Public Library is one of the world's busiest urban public library systems. Every year, 19 million people visit our branches in neighbourhoods across the city and borrow 32 million items. To learn more about Toronto Public Library, visit our website at torontopubliclibrary.ca or call Answerline at 416-393-7131. To get the most current updates on what's happening at the library, follow us on Twitter @torontolibrary.
Media contact:
Annesha Hutchinson
Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Ontario Library Association
416.363.3388 x231
ahutchinson@accesola.com
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