Below is my report for the March 2020 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting, summarizing key activities in support of the priorities outlined in our strategic plan. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Breaking Down Barriers to Access, Driving Inclusion Freedom to Read...
This winter, we're piloting a new stream of programming, Civic Life, in partnership with MASS LBP, which focus on supporting Torontonians in understanding, acting on and connecting with the world beyond their private lives. This program series will deliver a range of activities that aim to foster a strengthened civic...
Below is my report for the February 2020 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting, summarizing key activities in support of the priorities outlined in our strategic plan. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Breaking Down Barriers to Access, Driving Inclusion Consultation to Support...
I’d like to share an update on our plans for rebuilding bridges with the LGBTQI2S+ community following this past fall’s room rental controversy. We will be developing a service plan that will outline the activity we will take to better meet the needs of the LGBTQI2S+ community in 2020 and...
Below is my report for the January 2020 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting, summarizing key activities in support of the priorities outlined in our strategic plan. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Advancing Our Digital Platforms Toronto Readers Break World Ebook Record......
The new year is often a time when people make new goals and resolutions – but what about assessing the amount of time and energy spent at work compared to personal aspects of their life? Photo by Nathan Dumlao on Unsplash. Starting in January, Toronto Public Library, in partnership with...
Below is my report for the December 2019 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting, summarizing key activities in support of the priorities outlined in our strategic plan. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Advancing Our Digital Platforms Toronto's Six Millionth Ebook of 2019...
Below is my report for the November 2019 Toronto Public Library (TPL) Board meeting, summarizing key activities in support of the priorities outlined in our strategic plan. This report covers items that are not part of the Board agenda package. Palmerston Branch Room Rental Update The room rental event featuring...
I’ve just wrapped up my time as Toronto Public Library's Environmentalist in Residence. Thank you to all the staff, community groups and people who attended my programs. It was great to get to know everyone at Richview Branch. I’m inspired by the individual efforts that so many Torontonians are doing...
Photo Credit: Erol Ahmer via Unsplash. Did you know it’s the world’s first National Period Day in the US is on October 19? According to Period.org, this day is “elevating the issue of period poverty and demanding real change to making period products more accessible for all and ending the...