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FOPL Executive Director Dina Stevens recently joined Michelle Arbuckle on the Library Land Loves podcast for a timely conversation about Ontario’s upcoming municipal elections and what they mean for public libraries. In the episode, “Municipal Election Talk with FOPL’s Dina Stevens,” Dina reflects on conversations with municipal leaders at the recent AMO Conference and discusses…

FOPL will be hosting a Zoom info session on Tues October 6, 1:00-2:30, The Erosion of Local Governance and the Implications for Public Libraries with Bill Irwin.  A full description follows. Please register in order to access the info session.  Registration is FREE for full FOPL member libraries - their staff and boards.  Zoom link…

The Federation of Ontario Public Libraries (FOPL) welcomes the Honourable Zee Hamid to his new role as Ontario’s Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. Minister Hamid was appointed to the portfolio on September 10 as part of changes to Ontario’s Executive Council. The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming is an important partner for Ontario’s…

Public libraries have long been committed to intellectual freedom and to creating inclusive, welcoming spaces for everyone. Increasingly, however, libraries are finding themselves at the centre of political and cultural debates that challenge these fundamental principles. FOPL invites library staff and board members to join us for an important virtual information session examining Alberta’s Bill…

Last week, FOPL was pleased to attend the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in Ottawa, one of the province’s most important annual gatherings of municipal leaders, elected officials, and decision-makers. FOPL’s presence at AMO is an important part of our ongoing advocacy work. Municipal governments are essential partners in the success of Ontario’s…

The Federation of Ontario Public Libraries (FOPL) has recently updated its Finance Policy and organizational Bylaws as part of our ongoing commitment to strong governance, transparency, and accountability. These updates help ensure that FOPL’s governance and financial practices continue to reflect the needs of the organization and provide a clear framework for responsible decision-making and…