Literary
Circle
Membership is an investment in our city
Give back to the Library
By making a donation at the Literary Circle level, you are part of a special group of like-minded individuals who share a love of the Library and invest in the well-being of our city. Be a part of a community of Library champions who support TPL’s highest needs and help ensure all Torontonians have free and equitable access to the vital Library resources they need to succeed.
Why Become a Member?
Everything is not equal. We live in one of Canada’s wealthiest and fastest-growing cities, yet not all residents have equal access to the economic, educational, health and social opportunities that are critical to succeed.
Joining Literary Circle is one of the most impactful ways you can make a difference at Toronto Public Library. Members help fill TPL’s most urgent funding gaps, while enjoying access to events that feature fascinating authors, story-tellers and thought-leaders.
Literary Circle funding has supported critical programs at the Library, including Leading to Reading, Career Coaches in Residence, Internet Connectivity Kits, Community Librarians and Financial Empowerment.
Benefits
- Invitations to intimate events featuring authors and thought-leaders like Sheila Heti, Susan Orlean, Yann Martel, Salman Rushdie, Miriam Toews, Peter Wohlleben, Heather O’Neill, and Chef Trevor Lui
- Recognition in the Toronto Public Library Foundation’s Annual Report
- Name listed on the Foundation Donor Wall located at the Toronto Reference Library
- A tax receipt for 100% of your donation
Your membership is an investment in our city and supports TPL’s highest priority needs that help build a more resilient Toronto. Learn more
DID YOU KNOW?
Your gift could go even further!
See if your employer offers a matching gift program that may double your donation.
Choose Your Membership
Become a Literary Circle Member by making a one-time or cumulative monthly gift to the Library at one of the membership levels.
Your Impact Over the Years
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Leading to Reading
Read 2023 ReportThanks to donor support, the service is now available at 27 library branches across the city, providing greater access to enhance the learning experience for children.
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Career Coaches in Residence
Read 2022 ReportClose to 1,900 younger adults received mentorship, career advice and job search assistance through the program in 2022 thanks to support from Literary Circle donors and others.
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Internet Connectivity Kits
Read 2021 ReportLiterary Circle donors helped provide a digital lifeline to vulnerable residents in our city. TPL’s free Internet Connectivity Kits supported 670 individuals and families in need of a laptop, Wi-Fi, and data plan.
Explore special events, lectures, programs, exhibits and more available to Literary Circle members.
Past Events
The Toronto Public Library Foundation strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility at our events, please contact us here.
Literary Circle Committee
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Florence Narine, Chair
Head of Investment Solutions,
IG Wealth Management
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Ayman Ali
VP, Global Pension and Benefits,
Scotiabank
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Luke Connell
Co-Founder & CEO,
Carbon Run
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Leah Commisso
AVP, Head of Business Line Communications,
Manulife Investment Management
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Jennifer Dolman
Partner,
Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP
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Adrian Ishak
Director, Senior Corporate Counsel,
Global Labour and Employment, Salesforce
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Christine La Fleur
Director, Senior Corporate Counsel, Commercial Legal at Salesforce
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Jennifer Liu
Founder & CEO,
Kennebrook
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Teresa Toten
Multi-award-winning children’s author of acclaimed Blondes series
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Jennifer Wardrop
Director and COO and Owner,
Toronto Centre for Advancing Technology, and Sigmacon Lifesciences Inc.
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Dr. Irene Ying
Palliative Care Physician,
Temmy Latner Centre for Palliative Care, Sinai Health
For more information, please contact:
416-393-7073 
hgaan@tpl.ca