Important Membership Update
For the first time since its inception in 2004, we have refreshed our Literary Circle giving levels and program structure to better serve our members. A minimum annual donation of $1,500 enrolls you into a community of Library champions who support TPL’s highest needs.
Why Become a Member?
Joining Literary Circle is one of the most impactful ways you can make a difference at Toronto Public Library and be part of a diverse community of Library champions including life-long learners, innovators, avid readers, city builders and cultural tastemakers; all who share a love of the Library. As a Literary Circle member, you’ll enjoy access to events that feature fascinating authors, story-tellers and thought-leaders, while supporting the highest priority needs of the world’s busiest public library system – Toronto Public Library.
Benefits
- Invitations to intimate events featuring renowned authors like Sheila Heti (above), Susan Orlean, Yann Martel, Salman Rushdie, Miriam Toews, Peter Wohlleben, Heather O’Neill, and Chef David Tanis
- 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 and inclusive Toronto. Learn more
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.
Explore special events, lectures, programs, exhibits and more available to Literary Circle members.
Past Events
Literary Circle Committee
Jennifer Wardrop, Chair
Ayman Alvi
Michael Carruthers
Adrian Ishak
Malik Martin
Florence Narine
Irene Ying
For more information, please contact:

Helen Gaan
Manager, Individual Giving and Events