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Public Libraries and Library Fines
Public Libraries and Library Fines Traditionally, public libraries have collected fines for library items that are returned after the due date and have charged replacement fees for items that have been lost or damaged. Library fines have been considered a deterrent to...
Ontario’s 2020 Fall Budget Consultations
The Ontario Library Association, with the Federation of Ontario Public Libraries (FOPL), has submitted recommendations as part of Ontario’s 2020 Fall Pre-Budget consultation process. Libraries are an essential part of Ontario’s COVID-19 recovery. The following...
CCA is still accepting YCW applications for the current fiscal year / Le CCA accepte toujours les demandes JCT pour l’année fiscale en cours
Le français suit. Dear Colleagues, The Canadian Council of Archives is continuing to accept applications for both Young Canada Works (YCW) short-term jobs (summer jobs) and internships in archives (operating in French and English) and libraries (operating in English)...
Guelph PL: ‘Time to act:’ Council urged to approve $62 million new central library
‘Time to act:' Council urged to approve $62 million new central library https://www.guelphtoday.com/local-news/time-to-act-council-urged-to-approve-62-million-new-central-library-2766642
New West Perth Library’s CEO loves to read, and loves people
New West Perth Library's CEO loves to read, and loves people https://www.thesudburystar.com/news/local-news/new-west-perth-librarys-ceo-loves-to-read-and-loves-people/wcm/2b92650f-f068-4b4e-8d4d-21361eca7a45
Ontario Supporting Independent Book and Magazine Publishers
News Release Ontario Supporting Independent Book and Magazine Publishers October 5, 2020 Targeted programs will help promote Canadian content to a broader global audience TORONTO ― The Ontario government is investing nearly $5 million in grants to help...
The Value of California’s Public Libraries
The Value of California’s Public Libraries Natalie Cole & Cheryl Stenström Received 07 May 2020, Accepted 21 Aug 2020, Published online: 14 Sep 2020 https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/01616846.2020.1816054 Download citation...
Pollinator paradise: Library’s butterfly garden takes aim at ecosystem
Interesting outdoor program to start now to plant for spring blooms. Pollinator paradise: Library's butterfly garden takes aim at ecosystem....
First Nations Public Library Week runs from Oct. 4-10
First Nations Public Library Week runs from Oct. 4-10 and recognizes the vital role of public libraries in indigenous communities. This year’s theme is Celebrating Diversity, with a number of online events scheduled, including an author reading, a panel discussion on...
No more late fees to be charged at P.E.I. public libraries
No more late fees to be charged at P.E.I. public libraries Lending system also wiping out balances for 32,700 fined borrowers https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-libraries-end-late-fees-1.5747925