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Talking about the world’s busiest public library system and how donors amplify TPL’s vital work. #ImLibraryPeople

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City of Toronto 🇨🇦
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11 Oct 2023
Today is #ImLibraryPeople Day, and it's a great day to support the busiest public library system in the world – Toronto Public Library! 📚🌟📖❤️ To learn more about #ImLibraryPeople and @TPL_Foundation visit tplfoundation.ca/
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Mayor Olivia Chow 🇨🇦@MayorOliviaChow
11 Oct 2023
Libraries matter now more than ever. I've long loved Toronto's amazing libraries. Toronto Public Library is the busiest public library system in the world, and our 100 branches represent a safe, welcoming, and caring space for millions. Today and tomorrow, #ImLibraryPeople.
It's "I'm Library People Day"! Today on "I'm Library People Day", we recognize the importance of the TPL to our city and its users, while highlighting the core values of our library system; equity, diversity, intellectual freedom, innovation, inclusion, integrity, accountability and quality service for all Torontonians. Despite the challenges that libraries currently face, the Toronto Public Library continues to ensure all residents have access to a broad range of information, ideas and opportunities. Today, we celebrate the Toronto Public Library and its branches as public places and spaces that help us to learn and grow, while encouraging open, uncensored dialogue and new perspectives. We love Toronto Public Library.

ALT It's "I'm Library People Day"! Today on "I'm Library People Day", we recognize the importance of the TPL to our city and its users, while highlighting the core values of our library system; equity, diversity, intellectual freedom, innovation, inclusion, integrity, accountability and quality service for all Torontonians. Despite the challenges that libraries currently face, the Toronto Public Library continues to ensure all residents have access to a broad range of information, ideas and opportunities. Today, we celebrate the Toronto Public Library and its branches as public places and spaces that help us to learn and grow, while encouraging open, uncensored dialogue and new perspectives. We love Toronto Public Library.

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Lanrick Bennett Jr.@LanrickBennett
11 Oct 2023
Starting the day with a coffee and #WayBackWednesday post. #JackLibraryTour celebrating the 20th anniversary of @TPL_Foundation ❤️ October is Canadian Library Month, and Wednesday, October 11th is #ImLibraryPeople Day. ❤️✊🏾📚 @torontolibrary @TPL_Foundation @Local4948
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Barack Obama pens letter in support of librarians. "Your dedication and professional expertise allow us to freely read and consider information and ideas, and decide for ourselves which ones we agree with." Simply put - librarians are awesome! barackobama.medium.com/thank….

Thank You to America’s Librarians for Protecting Our Freedom to Read

I wrote a letter thanking librarians across the country for everything they’re doing to protect our freedom to read.

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The TD Summer Reading Club (@TDSRC_CLETD) is in full swing and @breakfasttv stopped by our North York Central Library to check out all the fun. Thank you @TD_Canada for your continued commitment to fostering every child’s love of reading. ow.ly/ZOqa50P4hPT
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Perry King@kngprry
22 Apr 2023
Folks, #BiblioBash was dope, my suit is fly, and my love for libraries has never been this high! Happy to have been a featured guest, where folks got to receive my book and chat about anything Rebound-related. By the way, support libraries! They rock! 📸 by George Pimentel
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Toronto Life
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25 Apr 2023
The city’s literati joined philanthropists, business moguls and cultural leaders for a fashionable night out at the Toronto Public Library's fundraising gala torontolife.com/city/scenes-…

Scenes from this year's glitzy Biblio Bash gala - Toronto Life

Including appearances by Vincent Lam, Shari Lapena and John Irving

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CBS Sunday Morning 🌞
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23 Apr 2023
Between 2020 and 2022, book titles banned in libraries and schools (including books on race, slavery, sex and gender identity) rose more than 1,100%. We talk with advocates for removing books from shelves, and those fighting to preserve access. cbsn.ws/3oyx7js
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23 Feb 2023
Toronto library creates section for controversial books banned in other places bit.ly/3kpl9H9 #Toronto #TorontoLibrary

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What a fantastic snapshot of libraries in action! If you’ve not stopped by TPL lately, we encourage you to do so and see first-hand all the ways in which Torontonians are making use of our 100 branches. 💌 #CommunityHub nytimes.com/2023/02/14/books…

A Love Letter to Libraries, Long Overdue (Published 2023)

The New York Times sent photographers to seven states to document the thrum and buzz in buildings once known for silence.

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"When immigrant seniors feel isolated, Toronto’s libraries can offer help. We want to be every step of their journey,” said Amanda French, social development manager at TPL. Learn more about TPL's services for newcomers to Canada. tpl.ca/new-to-canada torontoobserver.ca/2023/01/0…
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Whether it's with help navigating finances or a second set of eyes on a resumé, your local library is there for you to use for free. cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/t…

Here's how Toronto Public Library's programs can help get you through the new year | CBC News

The pandemic years have caused hardships for Torontonians in many ways, including financial and social insecurity. Toronto Public Library is offering a variety of programs and services in the new...

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As we wrap up 2022, a BIG thank you to our donors, volunteers & partners! And, a reminder that it’s not too late to give to our Holiday Campaign and make a difference in the lives of those who rely on TPL. tplfoundation.ca/holiday 416-393-7123 From Team TPLF - Happy New Year! 🥳
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The Ahmed family shared what TPL means to them.👇 "I’m thankful for what the library means to my kids. I feel at peace knowing that whenever we are there, my son and daughter have a sense of belonging. In a world that can be pretty exclusionary, that means everything to us.” 💙
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A new Financial Empowerment program at TPL offers those living in high-needs neighbourhoods access to free financial counselling. This unique initiative is made possible thanks to donors including Shawn Kimel and Kate Schatzky & the Burgundy Legacy Fdn. cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-3…
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Whether your tradition is Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, or another festive celebration - all of us at TPLF wish you a safe and happy holiday season. 💙
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Shawn Kimel and Kate Schatzky's extraordinary unrestricted donation empowered TPL to invest the funds in areas where they were most needed. Thank you for believing in the work we do and trusting @torontolibrary. Learn how this gift is making a difference: tplfoundation.ca/impact
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Hi! 👋 I’m #LibraryLily and I love the library. Why? Please meet my awesome grandma. She’s a retired TPL Children’s Librarian who reads with me & takes me to the library. And, we like coordinating our outfits… wearing matching #ImLibraryPeople t-shirts. imlibrarypeople.ca
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Library People... BIG news! After months of searching, we're excited to announce that the @SpacingStore is our new retail partner. You can find #ImLibraryPeople merch exclusively in-store and online. Partial proceeds from every purchase benefits TPL. imlibrarypeople.ca
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