by FOPLED | May 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
As you may have already heard, proposed Bill 28 in Alberta has raised concerns for libraries nation-wide. I am forwarding an email from the CFLA which includes links to letter templates created in partnership with the Coalition of Alberta Public Libraries. I have...
by fopladmin | May 11, 2026 | Uncategorized
Three new members joined the FOPL Board at our AGM on April 24. Welcome to Marianne LaBerge, Chantal Gingras, and Laura Carter! Marianne LaBerge joins us as a Trustee for the Northern Caucus. Marianne is a board member of the Blind River Public Library. She is retired...
by FOPLED | Apr 22, 2026 | Uncategorized
Bill 28 in Alberta is causing quite a stir… and rightfully so. The proposed bill is publicized as restricting access to “explicit images” with the intent of protecting children. However the Bill would allow a provincial takeover of Alberta’s...
by FOPLED | Mar 31, 2026 | Uncategorized
Library Impact Ontario’s suite of free services empowers library professionals with robust, readily available data, resources, training and peer collaboration, strengthening data literacy and advocacy for public libraries across the province. The data behind Bridge...
by FOPLED | Mar 31, 2026 | Advocacy Updates
The recording of last week’s info session is up on our website and available for viewing. You can find the recording here. If you need assistance logging in to your account, please email Diana at admin@fopl.ca. I have also created a one-page primer for you to...
by fopladmin | Mar 7, 2026 | Uncategorized
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 27, 2026 The Ex Libris Association (ELA) is pleased to announce that the W. Kaye Lamb Award for Innovative Services to Seniors recipient for 2025 is the Kingston Frontenac Public Library. The W.Kaye Lamb Committee selected the Kingston...
by fopladmin | Feb 25, 2026 | Uncategorized
FOPL would like to welcome Ben Liu to the FOPL Board! Ben Liu is the Executive Director of the University of Toronto’s School of Cities, where he leads the School’s financial, operational, and programmatic strategy and oversight. A long-time Toronto resident with over...
by fopladmin | Jan 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/librarians-teach-ai-9.7055661
by FOPLED | Jan 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
Rural libraries urge province to close digital divide By Janice MacKay January 21, 2026 – 5:00am Library leaders from Georgian Bluffs, Chatsworth, and Owen Sound used the 2026 Rural Ontario Municipal Association Conference to press the Province for action on...
by FOPLED | Jan 20, 2026 | Advocacy Updates
Last week Friday we submitted our Pre-Budget Submission for the 2026-27 budget cycle to the Ministry of Finance (attached). The document highlights the need for increased funding and support for public libraries through the creation of an Ontario Digital Public...
