Posts Filed Under: Toronto Public Library

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Outrage Continues Following the Toronto Public Library’s Decision to Allow Gathering of Neo-Nazis

Mayor John Tory, several City Councillors, and other librarians called for the event to be cancelled.

By Evan Balgord Jul. 13th, 7:43 pm

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Toronto Public Library Refusing to Cancel Planned Neo-Nazi Gathering

"Free speech doesn’t mean that publicly funded institutions such as libraries are obliged to provide a pulpit for white nationalists to promote their hateful agenda."

By Evan Balgord Jul. 12th, 2:45 pm

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Library Union Prepares to Fight Staffless Pilot Project

The Toronto Public Library is planning to extend opening hours at some branches by replacing staff with security cameras.

By Tannara Yelland Apr. 24th, 11:00 am

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The Financial Post and the Terrible, Horrible, No-Good, Very Bad anti-Toronto Library Op-ed

Matthew Lau argues Toronto should close half its libraries. Here's why that's a stupid idea.

By Christopher Bird Nov. 17th, 12:30 pm

How Libraries Are Helping Newcomers Adjust to Life in Toronto

This free program offers job assistance, workshops, and interpretation referrals.

By Nikhil Sharma Nov. 16th, 2:15 pm

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You Can See What Toronto Library Patrons Are Searching For In Real Time

No no no, don't check that out. Read this instead.

By David Hains Jul. 20th, 5:18 pm

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Toronto Has a Wi-Fi Problem

Toronto Public Library's new Wi-Fi hotspot program only scratches the surface of internet accessibility issues in the city.

By Anders Marshall Jul. 7th, 1:00 pm

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Library Workers, Approaching Strike Deadline, Continue Contract Negotiations

Toronto's public library employees are prepared to strike next Monday but hope to reach an agreement instead.

By Tannara Yelland Apr. 28th, 10:00 am

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For Newcomers, the Library is About More Than Just Books

The Toronto Public Library is upping its newcomer support resources to serve the influx of Syrian refugees.

By Catherine McIntyre Apr. 7th, 2:30 pm

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How Much Are Toronto’s Librarians Worth?

Union president Maureen O'Reilly says the time has come for the city to treat its library workers properly.

By Tannara Yelland Mar. 30th, 3:45 pm

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Your Guide to Getting Out of the House in Winter

We find an activity for everyone, so now you have no excuses.

By Jessica Buck Jan. 18th, 12:00 pm

2015 Hero: The Toronto Public Library

Nominated for: continuing to amaze and amuse in old and new ways.

By Eva HD • Illustration by Evan MundayJan. 4th, 12:00 pm

2016 Budget Preview: The Toronto Public Library

The Toronto Public Library argues that it needs more capital spending to keep up with reader demand.

By Jacob Lorinc Dec. 10th, 1:00 pm

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Filmmakers rejoice: Toronto Reference Library Opens Green Screen Room

The latest addition to the library's Digital Innovation Hub provides a free space for film and audio recording.

By Sarah Niedoba Nov. 18th, 3:00 pm

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Vinyl 101: the Toronto Reference Library Unpacks the Vinyl Boom

"Vinyl 101" offers both vinyl-virgins and longtime collectors a chance to explore the library's 15,000 record collection.

By Sarah Niedoba • Photos courtesy of DJ Agile and the Toronto Reference LibraryNov. 11th, 2:39 pm

I Want Your Job: Yifat Shaik, Library Innovator in Residence

Games about brutalist architecture and teaching 3D modeling are all in a day's work.

By Kaitlyn Kochany Oct. 8th, 12:15 pm

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A City in 100 Libraries

The Toronto Library Passport Book invites Torontonians to become local tourists, one branch at a time.

By Kelli Korducki Sep. 1st, 2:10 pm

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Extra, Extra: Drake Simpson, Action Against Action Bronson, and the Library Releases Its 2014 Materials Review

Every weekday's end, we collect just about everything you ought to care about or ought not to miss.

By Kelli Korducki May. 27th, 5:30 pm