INCREASING MEMBERSHIP THROUGH CONVERSATION

More than 47% of

the entire community

use the library.

The Library

Active Users

43,972

Cost (per Capita)

$48.77

Municipal Contribution

93% of Budget

Less than the cost of a

double/double a week.

The Library

Studies have shown that the

community receives over $8

in value for every $1 invested

in libraries.

The Value

We create young readers

We ensure school success

We connect the community with the rich resources of the past

We ensure that all residents in the community have access to the internet

We create a place where people can interact with their neighbours

We inform residents about what is happening in their community

We stimulate imagination and creativity

We empower our residents with skills for the 21s century creative economy

We satisfy curiosity

We create a culture of learning, creative problem solving and forward momentum.

We create social capital.

The Value

The Successes

One of the top 5 highest

used library systems in

the province.

Annual Circulation

Workstation Use

Wireless Use

Program Attendance

Partnership Events

Visits (walk in)

1.2 Million Items Loaned

140,000

28,000

31,000

319

632,000

The Successes

The Awards

We have won more awards

than any other library system

in the province, except

Toronto Public Library!

Minister’s Award for Innovation

Minister’s Award for Excellence

TD National Summer Reading Program – Recognition for Program Excellence

Industry Canada Best Practices Award

2004 | 2002 | 1996

2000 | 1995

2011

2001

The Awards