Public Libraries
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Winnipeg libraries to resume some services Aug. 4Public libraries in Winnipeg will now accept book returns, and beginning on Aug. 4, will be offering holds for pick-up and telephone services once again.LifestyleJul 21, 2020
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79 mayors, U.S. Congress wade into publisher’s limit on eBooks for librariesPublic libraries across North America continue to fight against a big publisher's eBook restrictions. Dozens of elected officials are now part of the debate.CanadaNov 14, 2019
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EPL joins other public libraries across North America to protest publisher’s ebook restrictionsA rule change that could "cripple" public libraries' ability to make certain ebooks available has groups across North America rallying to urge Macmillan Publishing to reconsider.CanadaOct 8, 2019
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Publishers’ embargo on eBooks ‘could be crippling’ to Edmonton librariesLibraries will be upping their lobbying efforts with the federal government, authors - even Amazon - regarding the overly restrictive conditions publishers have put on eBooks.ConsumerAug 28, 2019
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Beyond books: Why library funding cuts impact more than just readersIn an increasingly polarized world, libraries remain a free space that welcomes everyone. That's why Ontario funding cuts have advocates on edge.FeaturesApr 28, 2019
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Funding for library services slashed by half in Ontario budgetThe head of one of the province's library services says the Ontario government has cut its funding in half.CanadaApr 18, 2019
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‘I was in shock’: Ottawa mom sparks debate over pornography in librariesIs watching legal pornography on a library computer acceptable? One Ottawa mom says no, but the rules across Canada aren't so black and white.CanadaSep 13, 2017
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