“The library is this amazing center of town. St. Albert Public Library. And they have so many community programs.” – Lori Fairbairn

“It brings books and the resources that the library has, just allow people to, you know, check out books, they can use wifi, they can get a library card, request books.” – Kelly Higgins and Kaylin Velema

Many residents have fond memories of the original shops and gathering spots in downtown #Mimico, most of which are gone now. But, the Mimico Centennial Library is thriving. Built in 1967, it has become a much-loved community hub that promotes literacy, and offers free language classes and programs to newcomers, children, and seniors.

“We have our regular visitors that come in every day to say hi.” Rebecca Hunt, New Liskeard, ON

“When I first walked in I wasn’t sure it was a library.” – Dianne McQueen, Halifax, NS