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Ontario announces funding for broadband for public libraries in unserved and underserved communities

February 9, 2021September 30, 2021 Kimberly Silk

Some wonderful news was announced at the OLA Super Conference 2021: the Ontario government is investing over $4.8 million to upgrade broadband at public libraries

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Woodstock Public Library
Economic Impact Public Libraries

Woodstock Public Library delivers $7.20 in benefits for every $1.00 invested

March 4, 2020October 8, 2021 Kimberly Silk

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

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LAC-OPL joint facility
Library Spaces Public Libraries

New Ottawa Central Library Vision Unveiled

January 24, 2020October 8, 2021 Kimberly Silk

Ottawa’s new Central Library will be located in LeBreton Flats and open in 2024-2025. The CBC article linked here provides the design and key features.

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Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library
Economic Impact Public Libraries

Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library brought $11 million to local economy last year

May 24, 2019October 8, 2021 Kimberly Silk

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

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Economic Impact Public Libraries

Markham Public Library Estimates Economic Impact at $82.6 million annually

August 28, 2018September 30, 2021 Kimberly Silk

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

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