We’re a network of 35,000+ supporters defending Toronto’s Public Library.
Who we are & what we do
OurPublicLibrary.To is a network of 35,000+ supporters dedicated to the protection (and enhancement) of the Toronto Public Library (TPL), its workers and the services they provide.
We bring Torontonians together to advocate for a better and safer TPL. We help supporters connect with their local politicians and provide the insights and tools to keep Our Public Library off the chopping block at City Budget time.
Why you should join
- It’s free
Join the network. Like the library, it’s completely free. - You can stay informed.
Read our short and informative emails and consider sending messages to your local politicians. We respect your privacy and you can unsubscribe at any time. - You can win prizes.
We have fun contests and draws for prizes (like iPads, gift cards and lunches with authors).
Support our mission. Help the library.
Did you know?
We have
35,000+
supporters and growing
The Toronto Public Library is our city’s most popular public service.
Three out of four households have a TPL card.
Annual library visits outnumber the next ten top entertainment, sports, and cultural destinations in the City combined.
HOW WE HELP
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Appreciating Our Public Library Staff
During the Word on the Street festival, members of the public dropped by the Toronto Public Library Workers booth and spoke about their experiences with our public library and staff. Please help by liking posts that speak to you.
Explore past actions
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Connect, Unite, Empower
A few of our public library workers recently talked about meaningful aspects of their job. Learn about how they connect…
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Happy Holidays and CCPA
As 2025 dawns, we wanted to steal just a minute of your time to wish you and yours a very…
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Recent events
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28-29 September
The Word On The Street 2024 festival
Put on your walking shoes and grab your glasses! The Toronto Public Library Workers Union (TPLWU) is back to celebrate literacy at this year’s Word On The Street.
Joining us are Oscar-nominated illustrator/animators James Braithwaite and Josh Raskin. They are the artists behind our video that started it all: Our Public Library.
They’ve got something BIG planned that you won’t want to miss!
Remember when Rob and Doug Ford tried to close 30% of our branches? We sure do!
EXPLORE VIDEOS OF AUTHORS SPEAKING OUT
Why the Toronto Public Library matters
When you’re shutting a library down, you’re actually shutting down a community.
– Margaret Atwood
