First Nations Public Library Week

First Nations Public Library Week is an annual celebration of library services in First Nation communities.

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• February 2015: Established in 2000, this event was originally held in June before being moved to February to better accommodate winter storytelling traditions. The 2015 theme for the week was Creating Connections – Building Bridges Together, focusing on the importance of partnerships. The program encourages libraries across Ontario to celebrate the unique resources and activities available in First Nation public libraries.
• September 2018: The 2018 event runs from October 1 to 7 with the theme of the future of First Nation public libraries. The week features literary and cultural programming, including partnerships between public libraries and First Nation communities to celebrate Indigenous cultures. The 2018 launch is scheduled for October 1 at Wabauskang First Nation and includes a ribbon cutting ceremony.
• September 2019: The 19th annual celebration was scheduled to take place from September 29 to October 5, 2019. The 2019 event focused on the theme of Revitalizing Indigenous Languages to support the restoration of traditional communication. The initiative aims to increase awareness of the resources and programs offered by libraries within First Nation communities throughout Ontario.
• September 2019: The 19th annual event runs from September 29 to October 5, 2019, with the theme of Revitalizing Indigenous Languages. The 2019 launch is scheduled for September 30 at the Chippewas of Kettle & Stony Point First Nation Public Library. The program is supported by the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport and several library organizations.