Funding Announcement: Ontario Expanding Internet Access in First Nations and Rural Libraries. Read more: buff.ly/zSFeLbg #ONLibraries

Keep the library vibrant by promoting its benefits. Encourage others to get a library card, share your favorite recent borrow on social media, and engage with your local library's online content about events and programs. Spread the word and boost awareness! #CanadianLibraryMonth #LibrariesForLife

Your local library offers a range of events, like trivia nights, craft sessions, tech workshops, and author talks, often for free or at low cost. These events provide a chance to learn new skills and connect with community members over shared interests. #CanadianLibraryMonth #LibrariesForLife

It’s time to chat about OLA group memberships! Why? Because it will enable your library staff to gain access to divisional publications, the Library Literature Database & professional development opportunities. Learn more at bit.ly/3UWW84S

This week, the OLA joins in recognizing and celebrating First Nation Public Library Week. 📚✨ Taking place October 6-10, this year marks its Silver Jubilee, 25 years of growth, resilience, and community connection. Learn more and download resources at: buff.ly/VsJvbSO #FNPLW

Celebrate #CanadianLibraryMonth by getting/renewing your library card! Patrons keep the library open and thriving. Check out books, use the MakerSpace, book a meeting room, or join a book club. Your local library likely has more services and borrowable materials you don’t even know about.

50/50 Raffle Alert! OLA is kicking off our first ever 50/50 raffle in support of the Forest. Buy your tickets before Oct 16th to qualify for our Early Bird Prize, or by the end of October to be entered into our Grand Prize draw on Halloween! www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/fores... Licence # RAF1467210

Next week is the Education Institute’s first virtual workshop session, Enhancing the Experience: Remodeling and Revitalizing Onboarding Processes for New Employees. Have you purchased your series pass yet? Visit bit.ly/4gg3Fpn

Happy first day of Canadian Library Month! 📚🍁 All October long, we're celebrating the power of libraries. How will you be recognizing the incredible impact libraries have on communities from coast to coast? #CanadianLibraryMonth #LibrariesForLife

Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Honouring Indigenous children who never returned home & survivors of residential schools & their communities. Follow #NDTR to participate in a local gathering near you that commemorates the history of residential schools.

Join the OPLA Research and Evaluation Committee! Are you an OLA member looking for your next volunteer opportunity? If you are keen on elevating Ontario’s public libraries through research and evaluation, this is the opportunity for you. Apply at form.jotform.com/ontariolibra... by Oct 31, 2025.

Want to connect with professionals in public, school, academic, health & special libraries? You’re in the right place! OLA has membership options to support you in joining this community. Become a member today & start networking! Visit bit.ly/3UWW84S

The Education Institute has 3 upcoming workshops part of the leadership & management series: • Revitalizing Onboarding Processes for New Employees • We Don’t Talk About Burn Out (Enough) • Coaching Strategies for Transforming Challenging Conversations Purchase your series pass: bit.ly/4gg3Fpn

Curious to learn more about OLA’s group membership option? Designed for libraries purchasing memberships for their staff in bulk (10+), it’s a great way to secure discounted memberships. Purchase yours today at bit.ly/3UWW84S

📚✨ Canadian Library Month is just around the corner this October! A time to celebrate the essential role libraries play in our communities—from sparking curiosity to supporting lifelong learning. Download graphics and more at www.oplw.ca #CanadianLibraryMonth #LibrariesForLife

What are the benefits of joining the largest library association in Canada? You'll become a part of a community of 4,000+ library & information professionals & receive benefits including: ✨Super Conference Expo Pass ✨Divisional Publications ✨Networking Opportunities Visit bit.ly/3UWW84S

Ever wondered what it’s like to volunteer your time as a mentor, sharing advice with a mentee in the library field? Now’s your chance to get involved! Apply to become a mentor in the Fall 2025 MentorMatch program by September 21: bit.ly/4aWvZc6

Is your school library space truly inclusive and student-centered? Join us to explore how Universal Design for Learning can transform your SLLC into a dynamic “third teacher.” From Shelves to Selves: Reimagining Your SLLC for All goes live September 18 at 4PM ET. 🔗 oslalearning.vfairs.com

If you’re looking to build essential management skills & improve leadership performance, you’re in the right place! With a series pass now available, you can take advantage of the latest iteration of Leadership & Management, a virtual workshop series hosted by The Education Institute: bit.ly/4gg3Fpn

Are you in the early stages of your career and looking for professional advice from a library staff member? OLA members are invited to apply for the Fall 2025 MentorMatch program! Mentee applications close September 21. Visit: bit.ly/4aWvZc6

OLA has a new blog! If you’ve ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at the Ontario Library Association—between Super Conferences, Forest of Reading Festivals, statements, committee meetings, and everything else—our blog is the space for exactly that. Check it out: bit.ly/47vGLrw

✨ Accepting Applications for Fall MentorMatch! ✨ It’s a new school year & the perfect time to get a head start on furthering your development. Aspiring mentees & mentors are encouraged to apply by September 21. bit.ly/4aWvZc6

One more week until registration opens for Child and Youth EXPO 2025! Will you be joining us? Courage, Connection, Community is this year’s theme, and we welcome anyone interested in exploring children’s & youth programming through this lens. Visit our website to learn more bit.ly/OLACY2025

Are you an OSLA member? If you are, get ready for a year of incredible professional opportunities, all included in the cost of your membership. The School Libraries Connect: An OSLA Learning Portal is a vibrant hub of professional development for school library professionals across Ontario. (1/2)

The Education Institute’s library leadership & management virtual workshop series is back! What can you expect? 3 interactive sessions designed for library & information management professionals. Take advantage of the discounted rate with the series pass: bit.ly/4gg3Fpn

Save the Date! November 5 is Child and Youth EXPO 2025! This year’s theme is Courage, Connection, Community. Join us as we explore how libraries can foster courage, connection & community through children's & youth programming. Registration opens in September. Learn more: bit.ly/OLACY2025

✨ NOW HAPPENING: Early Member Access ✨ OLA members are receiving first access to Super Conference 2026 hotel blocks. Take advantage of this benefit by purchasing/renewing your membership. More information will be provided upon logging in to your OLA account. Visit accessola.com/become-a-member

✨Call for Proposals ✨ OHLIA's very first virtual conference is taking place this fall on the topic of teaching, training, and library instruction skills. Submit your proposal on the topic of library instruction by the August 28 deadline. Visit bit.ly/4mPD6cn

August is International Make a Will Month – and we’re all doing it! Now’s the perfect time to plan ahead. By making your will and including a planned gift to OLA, you can secure a future of advocacy for our library sectors. Start today at accessola.com/give-to-ola

What better way to say thank you for being a member of OLA than exclusive early access to secure accommodations for Canada’s largest continuing education event in librarianship? Renew your membership before August 25 for #OLASC member-only hotel block access. Visit accessola.com/become-a-member

✨ Early Member Access ✨ Hotel blocks for Super Conference 2026 will be released soon, and OLA members get first access! Renew your membership before August 25 to take advantage of this benefit. Visit accessola.com/become-a-member #OLASC

Making a will doesn’t have to be scary. By including a planned gift in your will, you can keep your story alive. Learn more at accessola.com/give-to-ola

Did you know that August is International Make-A-Will Month? You have the chance to make a real difference! Let's do it together. For information about including OLA in your will, visit bit.ly/4fsjE2T #MakeAWillMonth