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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.
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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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The Word On The Street 2025 Festival
Saturday, September 27 – 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday, September 28 – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Explore past actions
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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…
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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…
WHAT’S HAPPENING
Recent events
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Saturday, September 27 – 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday, September 28 – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The Word On The Street 2025 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 (WOTS).
This year we will be at WOTS on Sunday September 28, 2025 so come visit us at our booth located in Zone D, Tent #9 for some giveaways and good conversations. Also, if you are interested in volunteering, please email info@local4948.org for more details.
Details include:
The Word On The Street’s 36th Annual Festival
David Pecaut Square
215 King Street WSaturday, September 27 – 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday, September 28 – 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMOther highlights include…
- Author talks on narrative healing, modern masculinity, food and friendship, romance and optimism, and more.
- Spotlights on the finalists of the Trillium Book Awards and the Toronto Book Awards
- Meet & greets with beloved CBC Kids characters like Daniel Tiger and Peppa Pig
- Full weekend scavenger hunt with Diaspora Dialogues
- Eight in-depth workshops (pre-registration required) on writer’s craft
- A one-of-a-kind Pride & Prejudice community embroidery experience
Please check out their website for the full program schedule.
Hope to see you there!
In Solidarity,
Local 4948
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
