Toronto Public Library News

Below is the City Librarian’s report for the October 2025 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Spaces Locke branch reopens after renovation On Saturday, September 20, Locke branch welcomed the community back with an official opening event following an 18-month closure for…

Below is my report for the September 2025 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Spaces Ethennonnhawahstihnen’ branch unveils mural On August 16, Ethennonnhawahstihnen’ branch officially unveiled “Past and Future Amongst Creation,” a mural by Tehatsistahawi (Tsista) Kennedy, an Anishinaabe Onyota’a:aka artist belonging…

Below is my report for the June 2025 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Spaces Dawes Road branch expansion Rendering of the new facility replacing Dawes Road branch Dawes Road library closed on June 21 for a major reconstruction and expansion. The…

Below is my report for the May 2025 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Spaces Reopening Fairview branch The new Digital Innovation Hub at Fairview branch Last month, Fairview branch fully reopened to the public after completing its renovation and revitalization, transforming…

Below is my report for the April 2025 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Spaces Agincourt branch takes part in City’s Love Local Campaign Love Local sign outside of Agincourt branch The City of Toronto is taking action to support and protect…

Below is my report for the March 2025 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Spaces Bridlewood branch celebrates its grand opening (Left) The Bridlewood community enjoys a lucky lion dance at the library. (Right) I’m joined by Mayor Chow. Last month, I…

Below is my report for the February 2025 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Spaces Mayor Chow reaffirms commitment to expand library hours Mayor Olivia Chow held a press conference at Guildwood branch on January 23 to reinforce her commitment to increased…

Below is my report for the January 2025 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting. It summarizes key activities in support of the priorities outlined in our strategic plan. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Opening up our public space SPRINT Senior Social program series SPRINT Senior Social participants…