Woodstock Public Library (WPL) recently released the results of their economic impact survey using a methodology created by the Martin Prosperity Institute (MPI) at the University of Toronto for the Toronto Public Library. The study used Library activity data from 2018. Key findings: The total economic benefit derived from Woodstock Public Library’s activities in 2018 […]

In a recent presentation to Bradford West Gwillimbury council, library CEO Terri Watman cited highlights from the library’s economic impact study. This study has been added to the LRN List of Canadian Public Library Impact Studies.

Markham Public Library’s economic impact study for the year 2016 produced the following findings: Markham Public Library’s total economic impact is estimated at $82.6 million annually (2016$).Economic benefit per resident is $251.33Economic benefit per household is $805Every dollar invested in Markham PL generates $5.97 of value. Access the full study at the Markham Public Library […]