Stronger Libraries Stronger Communities

SOLS EXISTS SO THAT:

The people of Ontario, as represented by the Minister with jurisdiction for public libraries, will have equitable access to library services at a sustainable cost.

1. Libraries will be equipped to deliver equitable access.

1.3 Libraries will have a mechanism for collaboration on the cost-effective acquisition and use of resources.

Action Plan

• Support the development of shared electronic, print and non-print collections.
• Organize economies of scale in purchasing.
• Foster the exchange of information among libraries.
• Facilitate collaborative projects.
• Facilitate linkages to initiatives within the broader library community.

Services

• COOL (Consortium of Ontario Libraries)
• Pools
• CPAs (Consortia/ Charitable Purchasing Agreements)
• Networking (library committees, Trustee Councils, listservs, interest groups)
• Summer Reading
• Knowledge Ontario