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  Safety Net

  by Donelda Joan, about 8 hours ago
  As an 82 year old now,having moved to Ottawa just 6 years ago, and being a voracious reader on a limited budget,I really appreciate the Bookmobile stop outside my door. I can drive now but someday I won't be able to & I'm grateful that books that stir my mind will still be easily accessed.
• Share I love libraries, but regognize the disconnect between these institutions and youth today. on Facebook Share I love libraries, but regognize the disconnect between these institutions and youth today. on Twitter Share I love libraries, but regognize the disconnect between these institutions and youth today. on Linkedin Email I love libraries, but regognize the disconnect between these institutions and youth today. link

  I love libraries, but regognize the disconnect between these institutions and youth today.

  by OJ, about 8 hours ago

  I think that the library should do further outreach, namely in schools.

  In particular, OCDSB and OCSB K- 12 schools where many classes are over- full and under- staffed.

  Many children are very capable and only need a bit of extra 1:1 sessions specific to their need in any particular subject. To promote literature, self- worth, and self-determination, the library needs to reach out to these students who are not aware of the opportunities it holds. In this modern technological day and age, the library needs to step toward youth who are stepping away from it. They need to be... Continue reading
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  Working as a Volunteer at the OPL

  by Diksha K, about 8 hours ago
  Last winter, I really wanted to utilize some rare free time by getting back into volunteering. Being a lifelong lover of libraries (I still possess every library card I've had since I was a child), I wanted to volunteer at an Ottawa Public Library branch. I proposed a publication-focused writing group at the Rosemount branch and it was the best thing I have done this year. The library staff is so helpful and just a joy to work with, especially Kelly at the Rosemount branch. The people I met through the writing group were kind and inspiring, so much so... Continue reading
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  The Ottawa Public Library helps me to give back to the community

  by Chris Taylor, about 8 hours ago
  Since 2008, the Ottawa PC Users' Group has partnered with the Ottawa Public Library. We provide skilled presenters who give technology-oriented presentations. The Library provides facilities and registration capabilities.

  I personally have given over 500 presentations at 26 library branches over the 16 years (and counting!) of the partnership. I am thrilled to be able to share my passion for technology with the citizens of Ottawa and want to express my deep thanks for the wonderful staff of the Ottawa Public Library who have made this possible.
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  A place for every emotions you feel!

  by Zoe Beaudoin, about 9 hours ago

  The library is just such an awesome place. I go there so often. They have books on everything and of every subject and the staff is so nice. Whenever i feel sad or mad or depressed i go pick up a book that i got from the library. I learned so many things just from a library. The North Gloucester branch have been so kind to me with my books who were overdue (cause i get too many LOL) or when i need help to find a book. The library is my go to place. Thank you so much!!
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  Great help

  by Abdelhaq , about 9 hours ago
  The first time I came to Canada, I didn’t have a personal computer. Ottawa library was the first place to think about, I could use all the facilities to prepare my C.V, apply for jobs, submit applications, print and fill forms. Also, it was there where I heard about the free tax clinics which can help you filing taxes.

  
  As a newcomer, Ottawa library was a great help.

  
  Thank you a lot.

  
  
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  Library improvement ideas 📚

  by Madelyn K, 1 day ago

  The following are some library improvement ideas 📚:

  
  

  Grow our Library of Things, with expanded offerings so folks in the Somerset riding can also access these resources:

  https://library.nashville.org/services/library-things 🪡🧶🍳🏋️‍♀️

  
  

  Work with local artisans to implement this initiative:

  https://www.dazeddigital.com/fashion/article/63130/1/onerva-luoma-lead-me-out-of-here-travelling-fashion-show-finland-library-card 👚

  
  

  Thank you!
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  A family's haven

  by D.B, 3 days ago

  As a young family, the Ottawa Public Library – Elmvale Acres branch – has been a cornerstone of our neighborhood life : from participating to baby and me / toddler time, borrowing books (as well as buying the library’s used books at a very low cost) and hanging out in the kids’ section (playing with the activity walls, building blocks and coloring sheets).

  We love spending time there, always with a warm welcome from a very knowledgeable, helpful and patient staff. As a bilingual family, we also love that we can find bilingual resources for both us and our twins.

  ... Continue reading
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  A place for everyone

  by Selma, 6 days ago
  As a newcomer to Canada and a resident of Centertown Ottawa, The public library (Main) on Metcalfe, has been a vital space for our little family. We have used the printing for important documents, we got play time and a social time for our little ones in the Kids section when it was raining or cold outside, we got books for all on us, specially early reader books now for our little one, helping with reading new books all the time.

  
  

  The friendly faces at the kids section and the public printing are going to be missed when Main is... Continue reading
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  Creative.

  by Neal, 7 days ago

  Creative mind growth is the term that comes to mind with your library!

  Your library, for someone coming here from smaller towns in Quebec is a treasure trove! Your friendly staff & range of french /english books delight my grandkids.

  There is never enough time to explore all that is out there which is available in your space. You rock this town for thirsty knowledge seekers like me!!!