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Bartolucci Announces $403,238 in Support of Local Public Library Services

“Stronger public libraries mean stronger communities,” says MPP.

Ontariois investing in public libraries inSudburyand across the province and making communities economically stronger as well as more vibrant and livable, Sudbury MPP Rick Bartolucci announced today.

“By fundingSudbury’s public libraries, the government is showing its commitment to investing in people and helping them succeed,” said Bartolucci. “Working together with our public library partners means a brighter future for all Ontarians.”

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport is providing funding to the Greater Sudbury Public Library for 2011-12 through the Public Library Operating Grant (PLOG) and Pay Equity programs. The programs provide annual operating funding to public library boards, local services boards, and First Nations that have established public libraries under the Public Libraries Act.

Virtually every library branch in the province provides access to electronic information through the Internet. This investment supports the government’s focus on providing Ontarians with:

equal access to information
consistent, reliable services
access to modern technologies.

“I want to thank our MPP Rick Bartolucci and the provincial government for their continued support for our libraries,” stated Mayor Marianne Matichuk. “These operational dollars assist us with creating a strong library system which is a cornerstone of a strong community.”

“Stronger public libraries strengthen our communities,” concluded Bartolucci. “I am proud of our government’s support in helping public libraries deliver services in Greater Sudbury.”

Quick Facts

2011-12 Public Library Operating Grant (PLOG) and Pay Equity programs funding to the Greater Sudbury Public Library totals $403,238.
Ontario's library system has more than 1,085 service points
Public library patrons make over 72 million visits to local libraries acrossOntarioannually