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Featured Services and Programs

Joint Automation Server Initiative provides equity of access to library services, technologies and resources for Ontario’s residents through a shared integrated library system.

EXCEL is a practical, flexible, distance education program that provides an opportunity to acquire and develop core skills in areas of public library service

The Advancing Public Library Leadership (APLL) Institute is a two year certificate program designed to expand and advance the leadership capacity of public library CEOs and managers.

Consulting Services

Our consultants have the professional education and experience to bring to the table a breadth of knowledge on current library practices, and an understanding of the framework in which libraries operate.

Policies for Public Libraries

The Ontario Library Service provides policy support to public libraries, including developing and maintaining sample policies.

First Nations Library Services

The main goal of the First Nations Library Service is to assist First Nation librarians through programs and consulting services, to establish and maintain public libraries. We provide training and consulting for First Nation Public Libraries

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Latest blog posts from the Ontario Library Service.

Ontario Library Service Virtual Conference 2025: A Look Back

Dec 8,2025

What an incredible couple of days! The Ontario Library Service Virtual Conference 2025 was all about collaboration, innovation, and imagining what’s next for libraries. From thought-provoking to practical

Congratulations to the 2025/26 First Nation Communities READ Selected Title Authors

Oct 31,2025

The selected titles for 2025-2026 are Boozhoo! / Hello! by Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley, published by Groundwood Books and The Baby Train by Stella Shepard, published by Acorn Press. Boozhoo! / Hello ! Who do you see

First Nation Public Library Week: 25 Years of Storytelling, Culture, and Community

Sep 29,2025

Wow—25 years! It feels like it went by in the blink of an eye. What began as a celebration of on-reserve public libraries has blossomed into a vibrant, week-long recognition of Indigenous cultures, languages,

Intellectual Freedom and Libraries

Sep 16,2025

Public libraries in Ontario continue to do important work around intellectual freedom. It is without a doubt one of the foundational pillars of librarianship and an important aspect of democracy, education, and

I wanted to thank you and OLS for the money and work you have put in to making OverDrive a great place to get digital content for our members. It has been wonderful to be able to get new members on to OverDrive and there be a such great selection of books available for them to borrow right away. It makes it so much easier for us to push our digital books when we know there are great books to borrow.

Clarence-Rockland Public Library

Our library has worked with First Nation Consultants at OLS - North on projects encompassing all areas of librarianship, including developing and delivering community programming.

Wikwemikong Public Library

The Ontario Library Service (OLS) holds a fundamental role in networking the libraries in Ontario together. The OLS Consultants and staff augment our professional resources, network library trustees, provide policy suggestions based on changing legislation, offer courses and training for front-line staff, and allows us to share our collections with people across the province.

Essa Public Library

I really appreciate the support from OLS - North during these times. The platforms you've hosted have been invaluable for important conversations to take place

Greater Sudbury Public Library

In the last several years, OLS has greatly improved its educational offerings and its work with the OLA and FOPL to bring the sector together in a positive and productive way.

Burlington Public Library

(OLS) meetings offer valuable peer support, networking, troubleshooting and opportunities to keep abreast of our to do lists as CEOs. Keep doing what you are doing and growing to offer more supports, networking and collaborative opportunities!

Duoro-Dummer Public Library

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