Ottawa Public Library’s recently released economic impact study concludes:
… the library generated $256 million in total benefits in Ottawa in 2015, a remarkable 417% return on investment. This return is comparable to other libraries in Ontario who have completed similar studies. When compared to the number of residents ($266), active library card holders ($1,038), and per hour of operation ($2,208), it is clear that OPL provides a significant benefit to the community.
Ottawa Public Library conducted the study in-house, and used a methodology developed for Toronto Public Library by the Martin Prosperity Institute at the University of Toronto.
Access:
- Ottawa Public Library Economic Impact Study – Graphic Report
- Ottawa Public Library Economic Impact Study – Summary Report
- Ottawa Public Library Economic Impact Study – Full Report
- Ottawa Public Library Economic Impact Study – Data Set (.xlsx)
