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Oxford County Library Board

The Oxford County Library Board is a nonprofit organization registered with the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) under the business registration number 888216041RR0001. This organization is responsible for the governance and operation of the Oxford County Library, which provides library services through 14 branches across Oxford County.

Mission and Vision

The mission of the Oxford County Library Board is to be a focal point of the community by offering welcoming and inclusive spaces that enrich the lives of those they serve. The vision is to provide a place where people can connect, discover, share, and become.

Library Services

The Oxford County Library offers a wide range of services to support the community. These include:

  • Free lending of books, DVDs, and other materials.
  • Access to online catalogs, databases, and lifelong learning tools.
  • Community information, including local history and genealogy support.
  • Programs for children, teens, and adults, encompassing literacy services and job search resources.
  • Computer access and information about government services.
  • The Kitchen Library and other specialized programs.

Governance

The Library Board is composed of members who are responsible for setting policies in accordance with the Public Libraries Act. The board includes representatives such as councillors and community members who help shape the library's policies and direction.

Branches

Oxford County Library operates across 14 locations in Oxford County, serving communities in:

  • Brownsville
  • Burgessville
  • Embro
  • Harrington
  • Ingersoll
  • Innerkip
  • Mount Elgin
  • Norwich
  • Otterville
  • Plattsville
  • Princeton
  • Tavistock
  • Thamesford
  • Tillsonburg

Policies and Registration

The Library Board oversees various operational policies, including collection development, diversity and inclusion, and internet access. As a registered charity, the Oxford County Library Board is committed to transparency and compliance with CRA regulations.

[1] https://www.ocl.net/your-ocl/library-board/ [2] https://www.ocl.net [3] https://www.oxfordcounty.ca/en/library/learning-and-education.aspx [4] https://www.oxfordcounty.ca/en/library/policies.aspx [5] https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/oxford-county-library-board/

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🌳 So excited for Earth Day celebrations at OCL! Can't wait to participate and learn more about how we can all make a difference for our planet! #SaveTheEarth #OCL 💚
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📚 Just cast my vote for the Oxford Reads 2025 shortlist! So many great titles to choose from. Let’s support our local authors and make this community reading experience unforgettable! 📖✨ #OxfordReads #VoteNow
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What are some innovative programs that OCL branches could implement to engage local families more deeply with literature and the love of reading?
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How can we better promote the Forest of Reading initiative to ensure that more members of our community participate in celebrating Canadian authors?
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Forest of Reading Voting Open. Its time to show some love for Canadian authors and celebrate the amazing literary talent in our own backyard. Voting for the Forest of Reading is officially open from April 1st to April 26th. You can vote online or by visiting your local library branches.

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