November 22, 2016
Manitoba Launches Provincewide Review of Library System
– – –Improved Access Sought: Squires
Manitoba will launch a program and policy review of libraries and the services they provide across the province, Sport, Culture and Heritage Minister Rochelle Squires announced today.
“Libraries can build bridges between communities, inspire young readers and offer the key that unlocks the imagination,” Squires said. “We want to ensure the support we provide and the services that are offered are delivered as efficiently and effectively as possible.”
While public libraries have undertaken significant modernization efforts, provincial policies have changed very little over the past 30 years the minister said. She added this review will look at issues impacting public libraries as well as identify priorities and opportunities for efficiency.
The minister said stakeholder surveys and forums will gather information that will be used to guide the development of improved library policies, noting the goal is to achieve high-quality service at a reasonable cost to taxpayers. More information on how library service providers can contribute to this effort will be available in the coming weeks.
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