by FOPLED | Jun 27, 2020 | FOPL News
The CDC expands its list of coronavirus symptoms The Centers for Disease Control now lists 11 potential symptoms for coronavirus, including congestion or a runny nose. https://www.cnet.com/health/the-cdc-expands-its-list-of-coronavirus-symptoms/#ftag=CAD590a51e The...
by FOPLED | Jun 27, 2020 | FOPL News
If we want to reform police departments, put money into libraries https://www.courant.com/opinion/op-ed/hc-op-bleiweis-fund-libraries-defund-police-0626-20200626-7d4mwv2rxngrtem6uvzqcwbtb4-story.html by Maxine Bleiweis, a library consultant and speaker, is a former...
by FOPLED | Jun 27, 2020 | FOPL News
Ontario Supporting Indigenous-Owned Businesses During COVID-19 Government providing loans to struggling small and medium-sized businesses https://news.ontario.ca/mirr/en/2020/06/ontario-supporting-indigenous-owned-businesses-during-covid-19.html News Release Ontario...
by FOPLED | Jun 26, 2020 | FOPL News
Hello, Every week, we survey Canadians and Americans to explore their perspectives on COVID-19 and other current events. To help you stay up to date, we are sharing the results of our latest survey. COVID-19 SURVEY RESULTS – JUNE 23, 2020 Conducted in...
by FOPLED | Jun 26, 2020 | FOPL News
June 23, 2020 MW SHARES: MUNICIPAL PANDEMIC RESPONSE In last week’s episode, change management consultant Nolan Crouse joined us to discuss the long term financial impacts of COVID-19 on rural communities. In Part 2, he shares his thoughts on COVID-19’s effects...
by FOPLED | Jun 26, 2020 | FOPL News
June 26, 2020 Threats to social cohesion, budget cuts, and virtual Canada Day – in this week’s COVID-19 recap MW SHARES: MUNICIPAL PANDEMIC RESPONSE Jody Johnson joins Susan Gardner for week 15 of the weekly recap to discuss the continued reopening and...
by FOPLED | Jun 26, 2020 | FOPL News
FOPL and OLA were asked to present before the Ontario Legislature Standing Committee on Finance and the Economy: June 25, 2020 Below is our prepared remarks. We were happy to receive many specific questions about broadband, resources, and public libraries from the...
by FOPLED | Jun 26, 2020 | FOPL News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 25, 2020 Richmond Hill Public Library Board Announces New CEO PDF: Press Release – Richmond Hill Public Library Board Announces New CEO The Richmond Hill Public Library Board is excited to announce Darren Solomon as the new CEO of...
by FOPLED | Jun 26, 2020 | FOPL News
Will Canada see a second wave of COVID-19? As cities and entire countries ease restrictions, experts worry that COVID-19 cases could spike again. Iran, Israel, Saudi Arabia and some U.S. states are among the places already experiencing a second wave. Kenyon Wallace...
by FOPLED | Jun 25, 2020 | FOPL News
PLA Webinar Transition Planned In-Person Adult Programs to a Virtual Environment Wednesday, July 22, 2020 | 1-2 p.m. Central Start virtual programming for adults using Zoom! Learn about training staff to present virtually, integrating community partners into your...
