Minister’s Award for Innovation

This award recognizes successful new approaches that demonstrate a positive impact on the community.

The recipient in the large library category are:

The London Public Library for LOLLYPOP, a program to increase the literacy and leadership skills of youth through creative expression and community building.

The Brock Public Library for its Equi-Pass Program which provides low-cost digital learning opportunities to enhance employment skills for rural residents, many of whom lack access to local learning centres and high-speed internet

Angus Mowat Award of Excellence

The Angus Mowat Award of Excellence recognizes performance and innovation in the delivery of a public library service.

The recipient in the large library category is:

The Port Hope Public Library for its Open a BOOK, Open a BUSINESS initiative to develop, expand and promote library resources to the local business and agricultural communities

In the small library category, the recipient is:

The Seguin Public Library for its recent expansion project, increased collections, new computer and training area, and introduction of a ServiceOntario site.