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.
TPL is the lifeblood of our community, binding us all together in this project we call Toronto. The Library works tirelessly to create a space where everyone can access and achieve all of the benefits our great city offers, most especially to those who might have a few more obstacles along the way. There is never a moment I’m not glad to be involved – and never a moment I don’t wish I could do more.
Explore special events, lectures, programs, exhibits and more available to Literary Circle members.
Past Events
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Literary CircleAn exclusive reception with Shilpi Somaya Gowda
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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
Florence Narine, Chair
Ayman Ali
Luke Connell
Leah Commisso
Jennifer Dolman
Adrian ishak
Christine LaFleur
Jennifer Lui
Teresa Toten
For more information, please contact:
416-393-7073 
hgaan@tpl.ca