London Public Library is a place for everyone.
We are an anchor in the community and a place for knowledge, creativity and information. We are London's home for books and borrowing. We inspire a love of reading and we support critical forms of literacy through all ages and stages.
London Public Library serves the community through our 16 neighbourhood library locations, our extensive community outreach and our excellent online resources.
Exceptional Customer Service and Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression are our primary values and around these we hold the values of Strong Relationships, Digital Empowerment, Accountability and Responsibility, and Foundational Literacies. Learn more about London Public Library's values and priorities in our Strategic Plan using the link below.
The programs and services provided by London Public Library deliver a strong return on investment and social value for the City of London.
In 2023, Brightsail Research conducted an in-depth analysis of London Public Library and the results determined that every $1 invested in London Public Library produces $6.48 of economic value.
OVERDUE
OVERDUE is a report released in October, 2023 by the Canadian Urban Institute and the Canadian Urban Libraries Council (of which London Public Library is a member) that details the significance of public libraries for Canada’s post-pandemic recovery, competitiveness, and resilience and calls for renewed and diversified investment.
Findings in the report show, that by providing critical supports – access to knowledge, culture, health, reconciliation, belonging, and our democracy – Canada’s public libraries are quietly fulfilling the core mandates of every order of government. The research sheds light on the crucial role Canada’s public libraries play in enabling governments to meet their obligations and strengthen the common good.
The report provides recommendations for public policymakers to instill positive change:
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Relieve current operational pressures to ensure libraries remain safe, accessible, and welcoming libraries to everyone.
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Treat libraries as critical infrastructure where community resilience is strengthened through funding of libraries to deliver government priorities.
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Formalize sustainable investment streams that recognize their expanding role.
Jobs With The Library
Interested in working at the Library? We are looking for people with a passion for providing library services to our community, whether it is in a front line role or behind the scenes. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve.
With over 300 employees and 16 branches strategically located throughout the City, London Public Library not only delivers outstanding traditional library services, but offers a continuous stream of relevant programming for all ages, partners with community stakeholders and volunteers to enhance important services, exposes the community to the latest in technology, and provides an open environment for community collaboration and gathering.
Board & Management
London Public Library is governed by a Library Board appointed by London City Council.
Find agendas, meetings and documents for current and past Library Board Meetings, along with information about sharing your thoughts with our Library Board and Management.
Purchasing
London Public Library often has opportunities for doing business such as Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Requests for Tenders (RFTs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
Use these links to find current bidding opportunities on our online procurement service and to review information for vendors, such as our Procurement Policy and Standard Terms and Conditions.
Accessibility
London Public Library works to support accessibility through the recognition, removal and prevention of obstacles for individuals with disabilities.
Access to Information and Protection of Privacy
The Library makes information about the Library available to the public and will protect the privacy of all individuals’ personal information in its control.
Policies
London Public Library has a number of policies that outline how the Library is governed and operated.
