Empower your library
Library Impact Ontario helps libraries harness the power of data by building data confidence in staff. Gain essential data skills and learn from other libraries within the province through our Data Literacy, Learning and Support portal.
Why data literacy?
Building data confidence is an important part of a thriving and transformative library future. Data literacy provides staff with the tools to amplify their impact and meet the changing needs of their communities. Whether you’re a data novice or an expert, unlock tailored opportunities and resources to help your library make data-driven decisions and strengthen library advocacy across Ontario.
What we offer
Through our Data Literacy, Learning and Support portal, access data literacy professional development opportunities, join peer networking webinars and receive onboarding support for the Bridge platform. Not a Bridge user? Take advantage of our portal, with or without a Bridge account.
Self-directed professional development
Our portal offers self-directed, asynchronous data literacy learning opportunities, allowing you to learn at your own pace. Empower your team to make data-informed decisions, improve services and advocate for greater impact. Access playlists including:
- Data Analytics: Uncover trends and insights that inform decision-making
- Data Visualization: Present complex data in impactful and intuitive ways
- Data Storytelling: Communicate your library's success through compelling narratives
- Data-Informed Decision-Making: Make evidence-based decisions with confidence
Peer networking sessions
Connect with library peers across Ontario through engaging Lunch N’ Learn webinars, designed to foster collaboration and share best practices. Topics include:
- Introduction to Bridge and its features
- Survey distribution and response strategies
- Reporting for board presentations and stakeholder advocacy
- Leveraging open data and additional resources
- Best practices from Ontario libraries for using Bridge data effectively
Can’t make it live? Recordings and materials from past sessions are available in our portal.
Personalized guidance and resources
Our support makes it easy to set up and use Library Impact Ontario’s tools and services. Access our resource library for onboarding materials and schedule a one-on-one session during our office hours for tailored guidance and support. From setup to reporting, we’re here to ensure your success at every step.
Get started today
Register for Library Impact Ontario and join the growing community of Ontario libraries using our services to build data confidence, connect with peers and make informed decisions that shape the future libraries.