@ONLibService

The Ontario Library Service delivers programs and services to increase cooperation and coordination among Ontario's public libraries.

 Ontario, Canada
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We’re thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 TD Summer Reading Club Library Awards in the English category! 🥳 🥇1st Prize: Timmins Public Library 🥈2nd Prize: Halton Hills Public Library 🥉3rd Prize: Shelburne Public Library Congratulations to these outstanding libraries!
Timmins Public Library - Names of people from left to right: Amy Knifton – Janet Charlebois (slightly behind) – Amy Kelsey – Andrea Gaudreau (slightly behind) – Francine Denis – Louise Gaudette – Jennifer Cumming (slightly behind) – Melanie Lemieux – Carole-Ann Demers

ALT Timmins Public Library - Names of people from left to right: Amy Knifton – Janet Charlebois (slightly behind) – Amy Kelsey – Andrea Gaudreau (slightly behind) – Francine Denis – Louise Gaudette – Jennifer Cumming (slightly behind) – Melanie Lemieux – Carole-Ann Demers

Halton Hills Public Library - Back Row (Left to Right): Alison Crawley - Supervisor; Lori Mazza Brenton - Executive Assistant; Andrea Arsenault - Community Services Librarian; Emma Lupinacci - Youth Services Librarian; Beverley King - Chief Librarian & CEO; Cheryl Cousins-Reid - Local History and Digital Archives Assistant; Bailey Shaw - Childrens Services Librarian; Jodie Mandarino - Supervisor; Dylan Kellendonk - User Experience Coordinator Front Row (Left to Right): Ryan Lee - IT Specialist; Sherrie Van Dyk - Business Services Coordinator; Katrina Mitchell - Collections Librarian; Allison Rosie - Summer Student; Delaney Hill - Summer Student; Lee Puddephatt - Community Engagement Manager

ALT Halton Hills Public Library - Back Row (Left to Right): Alison Crawley - Supervisor; Lori Mazza Brenton - Executive Assistant; Andrea Arsenault - Community Services Librarian; Emma Lupinacci - Youth Services Librarian; Beverley King - Chief Librarian & CEO; Cheryl Cousins-Reid - Local History and Digital Archives Assistant; Bailey Shaw - Childrens Services Librarian; Jodie Mandarino - Supervisor; Dylan Kellendonk - User Experience Coordinator Front Row (Left to Right): Ryan Lee - IT Specialist; Sherrie Van Dyk - Business Services Coordinator; Katrina Mitchell - Collections Librarian; Allison Rosie - Summer Student; Delaney Hill - Summer Student; Lee Puddephatt - Community Engagement Manager

Shelburne Public Library - From left to right: Geoff Dunlop . Chair , Shelburne Public Library, Rose Dotten, CEO, Brittany Caneron, Children's Services, Jade Wyse, Technical Services Librarian

ALT Shelburne Public Library - From left to right: Geoff Dunlop . Chair , Shelburne Public Library, Rose Dotten, CEO, Brittany Caneron, Children's Services, Jade Wyse, Technical Services Librarian

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Ontario Library Service retweeted
Stan Cho
@StanChoMPP22 Oct 2024
It's Ontario Public Library Week!📚 Whether preparing for exams, looking for a good book, or connecting with your community, the local library is the place to be. This week and all throughout the year, take advantage of these incredible spaces and everything they have to offer!
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Explorez Ontario@ExplorezON2 Oct 2024
Nous investissons 1,25 M$ de plus par an dans les bibliothèques publiques des Premières Nations de l’Ontario. Ces piliers communautaires offrent des ressources et des services la réussite scolaire, l’acquisition des compétences et l’identité culturelle. news.ontario.ca/fr/release/1…
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Explore Ontario@ExploreON2 Oct 2024
We’re investing an additional $1.25 million annually in First Nations public libraries. These community hubs provide resources and services that promote success in school, enable skills development and reinforce and revitalize cultural identity. Read more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…
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The results are in! 🏆 Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 TD Summer Reading Club Library Awards. 🥇 First prize: Gananoque Public Library. 🥈 Second prize: Cambridge Public Library (@IdeaXchng) and @wpglibrary. #TDSRC
Winners of the 2023 TD Summer Reading Club Library Awards receiving their awards at the Saskatchewan Library Association Conference. From left to right: Jessica Roy (TD Summer Reading Club), Rachel Breau (CELA Library), Pam Hudson (Gananoque Public Library), Andrea Siemens (Cambridge Public Library), Amber Lamboo (Winnipeg Public Library), and Ashley-Ann Brooks (Library Archives Canada).

ALT Winners of the 2023 TD Summer Reading Club Library Awards receiving their awards at the Saskatchewan Library Association Conference. From left to right: Jessica Roy (TD Summer Reading Club), Rachel Breau (CELA Library), Pam Hudson (Gananoque Public Library), Andrea Siemens (Cambridge Public Library), Amber Lamboo (Winnipeg Public Library), and Ashley-Ann Brooks (Library Archives Canada).

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Explore Ontario@ExploreON19 Mar 2024
DYK: Today is International Read to Me Day! Visit an Ontario public library and share the joy of a story with a loved one. @ONLibService @torontolibrary
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Explore Ontario@ExploreON6 Feb 2024
We’re investing up to $582,000 in Ontario’s public libraries to ensure reliable access to digital resources and government services. Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/1… #BuildingOntario
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[1/2] From November 5-11 we are celebrating Treaties Recognition Week! What are treaties? 🤔 Treaties are legally binding agreements that set out the rights, responsibilities and relationships of First Nations and the federal and provincial governments.
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ALT Background image of beaded bands folded over wooden spool. Text on image reads: What are treaties?

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OLA@ONLibraryAssoc23 Oct 2023
Sharing the joys, possibilities and connections that libraries bring to all ages is so important. 💚 Thank you to all the library champions out there and for joining us and @NeilLumsdenMPP at last Friday’s OPLW celebration at @HamiltonLibrary. #LibrariesForLife #Bibliospourlavie!
Photograph of 6 people at the Ontario Public Library Week celebration at the Hamilton Public Library Stoney Creek Branch.

ALT Photograph of 6 people at the Ontario Public Library Week celebration at the Hamilton Public Library Stoney Creek Branch.

Photograph of Neil Lumsden speaking at the Ontario Public Library Week celebration at the Hamilton Public Library Stoney Creek Branch.

ALT Photograph of Neil Lumsden speaking at the Ontario Public Library Week celebration at the Hamilton Public Library Stoney Creek Branch.

Photograph of people at the Ontario Public Library Week celebration.

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Photograph people at the Ontario Public Library Week celebration at the Hamilton Public Library Stoney Creek Branch.

ALT Photograph people at the Ontario Public Library Week celebration at the Hamilton Public Library Stoney Creek Branch.

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Ontario Library Service retweeted
LondonPublicLibrary@londonlibrary17 Oct 2023
Every City is Every Other City by John McFetridge is the 2023 #TogetherWeReadOntario book pick coordinated by @ONLibService in celebration of #OntarioPublicLibraryWeek. Borrow the ebook and audiobook with no waitlists until Oct 29: lpl.overdrive.com/ #LdnOnt
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That is a wrap on the 23rd edition of First Nation Public Library Week! We hope you enjoyed the events this past week. Please remember to use #FNPLW when posting your events on social media. We love to see how your library celebrates! (1/2)
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The final First Nation Librarians Mini-Interview Series features the vibrant Linda Lou Classens from Bkejwanong First Nation Public Library. youtube.com/watch?v=-wqAhvDq… (2/2)

FNPLW 2023 - Mini Interview Series - Linda Lou Classens, Bkejwanong...

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Explore Ontario@ExploreON3 Oct 2023
First Nation Public Library Week is here! 📚 This year’s theme is “Coming together as one group to understand and support each other.” Check out the schedule for opportunities to participate: resources.olservice.ca/fnplw… #FNPLW @ONLibService @IndigenousON @ONeducation
“First Nation Public Library Week. October 2-8, 2023.”

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Ontario Library Service@ONLibService12 Sep 2023
The First Nation Public Library Week schedule can be found here: resources.olservice.ca/fnplw… Resources and videos posted on the #FNPLW website are free! No registration required.
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Ontario Library Service@ONLibService12 Sep 2023
Content can be used by library staff for public programming, including group screenings, year-round. Links to Zoom live events and prerecorded videos will be posted in the Program Schedule 15 minutes prior to each event.
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OLA@ONLibraryAssoc2 Oct 2023
First Nation Public Library Week (FNPLW) is here! This year's theme is one that describes the act of coming together 💜 How will you choose to take part in this week-long celebration? @ONLibService Beautiful imagery by Mya Warner (Six Nations of the Grand River).
First Nation Public Library Week graphic with imagery by Mya Warner (Six Nations of the Grand River). Text reads: “First Nation Public Library Week. October 2-6, 2023.”

ALT First Nation Public Library Week graphic with imagery by Mya Warner (Six Nations of the Grand River). Text reads: “First Nation Public Library Week. October 2-6, 2023.”

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The First Nation Public Library Week schedule can be found here: resources.olservice.ca/fnplw… Resources and videos posted on the #FNPLW website are free! No registration required.
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Content can be used by library staff for public programming, including group screenings, year-round. Links to Zoom live events and prerecorded videos will be posted in the Program Schedule 15 minutes prior to each event.
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🤩Exciting news... our 2023 OLS Virtual Conference Keynote Speakers have been announced! Space is limited, so register today: learnhq.ca/#/search?term=202…
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Join us as we celebrate the 2023 First Nation Public Library Week. Download free posters, social media templates, and fillable calendars on the #FNPLW website. Videos and resources posted are free and can be used for public programming year-round. resources.olservice.ca/fnplw…
Image of the First Nation Public Library Week promotional poster. Dates: October 2 to 6, 2023.

ALT Image of the First Nation Public Library Week promotional poster. Dates: October 2 to 6, 2023.

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