by FOPLED | Jan 20, 2026 | Advocacy Updates
FOPL has submitted a letter to MP Lightbound (federal) in support of the Canadian Urban Libraries Council (CULC). Proposed changes to Bill C-15 affect the Canada Post shipping rate for ILLO and Services for the . Please see the letter I submitted and we all a word doc...
by FOPLED | Jan 20, 2026 | Advocacy Updates
I am pleased to share an update on FOPL’s recent activities and initiatives over the past few months. Our work continues to focus on strengthening the profile of Ontario’s public libraries, advancing advocacy priorities, and providing meaningful services to our...
by FOPLED | Dec 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
https://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/article/heres-how-the-federal-budget-could-affect-library-books/ ST. JOHN’S, N.L. — Libraries across Canada are ringing alarm bells about pending changes to the Canada Post act, which they say will threaten their ability to ship...
by FOPLED | Oct 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Government of Canada has launched an AI Strategy Task Force and a 30-day national sprint (October 1 – 31, 2025), to shape the country’s AI approach....
by FOPLED | Oct 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
FOPL would like to welcome Moe Hosseini-Ara to the FOPL board! Moe Hosseini-Ara is currently the City Librarian at Toronto Public Library, where he is responsible for leading North America’s largest library system. Moe has worked in libraries for over 30 years in a...
by fopladmin | Oct 21, 2025 | Uncategorized
We’re excited to share the Bridge 2023/2024 Report: Impact of Technology Services in Ontario Public Libraries with you, which shares results from 22 participating libraries with nearly 6,500 respondents. The report’s findings highlight the critical role that...
by FOPLED | Oct 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
Announcement – CFLA & CARL Accessible Content Guide annonce – guide du contenu accessible de la CFLA et de la CARL 2025 CFLA Intellectual Freedom Award Call for Nominations 2025 FCAB Prix de la liberté intellectuelle appel de candidatures Why Task...
by FOPLED | Oct 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
Every other year, the ExLibris Association, in partnership with the Canadian Federation of Library Associations / Fédération canadienne des associations de bibliothèques, invites Canadian libraries to be considered for the W. Kaye Lamb Award for Service to Seniors....
by FOPLED | Oct 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
We are thrilled to share some exciting news from the Ontario Government! Today, the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Gaming announced a funding increase to the Internet Connectivity Grant program, ensuring that all First Nation Public Libraries and additional rural...
by FOPLED | Sep 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
I am thrilled to share with you the official launch of the FOPL Strategic Plan 2025–2029, a bold roadmap that sets our priorities and direction for the next several years. This plan reflects months of consultation with members, partners, and stakeholders, and is built...
