Libraries matter, now more than ever.
Since 1997, the role of the Toronto Public Library Foundation has been to raise funds that help amplify and accelerate the exceptional work that TPL does. Donations have a resounding impact on those who rely on the Library’s programs, services and community spaces.
Toronto Public Library makes our city more resilient.
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City Librarian announces retirement
Learn moreVickery Bowles is retiring mid-2025 after a long, exemplary career at TPL, including serving as City Librarian for 10 years.
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Toronto Life features TPL User Story
Read Nancy’s StoryDid you spot this story about TPL in the news? Get ready – it’s powerful! Read this personal account of her Toronto Public Library experience from Nancy, a writer and editor who details her struggles and triumphs in this essay for Toronto Life.
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New Merch for the holidays
Shop and supportWe have added an item to our popular I’m Library People Collection. Introducing the new limited-edition notebook, Designed by artist Ben Johnston, get your limited-edition versions of our popular I’m Library People notebook today – while quantities last.
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A Special Offer from Epilogue Wills
Visit EpilogueWhat is Epilogue? It’s a Canadian company offering simple and affordable ways to make a Will and other estate planning documents. The online service is user-friendly and takes just 20 mins. Our new partnership allows Library patrons and supporters an exclusive 20% discount when making a Will online (offer available until March 31, 2025).
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After School at TPL
Learn moreTPL is now providing regular healthy food options at 30 library branches delivering After School Club programs, giving kids the fuel they need to succeed. Clubs inspire kids (ages 6-12) to create, learn, meet new friends and have fun. Thank you to Lead Donor, The Moez and Marissa Kassam Equity Fund, and Supporting Donors, Phil Cowperthwaite and Sue Hunter, J.P. Bickell Foundation, The Bennett Family Foundation, Adrian and Ange Rocca, and Linda Dagg and Kenneth Wiener for their commitment to this program.
Why Toronto Public Library?
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Focus on Equity
TPL is committed to helping level the playing field for all Torontonians, and will work to understand and break down barriers to access and increase inclusion so that everyone feels welcome and represented at the Library. -
Supporting our Community
No other public institution has the mandate and reach, physical and technical infrastructure, talent and community presence to empower Torontonians the way TPL does. -
Access for Everyone
There continues to be a digital divide in our city that makes access to technology and the skills to navigate and use it, challenging. For vulnerable populations who are most impacted, TPL provides equitable access that is critical for Torontonians to be successful, connected and well.
Important Information
- Record number of Torontonians using Library; in-branch technology use growing rapidly (October 2024)
- Social Impact Study – November 2023
- Bridge Report (2021-2022) Impact of Technology Services in Ontario Public Libraries
- Intellectual Freedom at TPL
- Toronto Vital Signs 2023 Report from The Toronto Foundation
- Black Lives Matter: A Statement from Toronto Public Library
- Toronto Public Library Strategic Plan (2020 – 2024)