“Libraries have been a centre for resiliency for Calgarians. We are an essential service and fill a critical need for our community.” —Sarah Meilleur, CEO, Calgary Public Library

With more than 748,000 members across 21 locations, the Calgary Public Library has unparalleled reach across our city. In a typical year, seven million people visit, including jobseekers, isolated seniors, early learners and caregivers, school-aged children and newcomers. Membership is free for all Calgarians, and the Library serves people of all ages and backgrounds. An investment in the Library is an investment in our entire community.

In the past year, generous support from our donors:

• revolutionized Library services by introducing free technology loans;
• broke mental health stigmas by providing accessible mental health support for individuals and caregivers in a space everyone is comfortable;
• fostered a love of reading by delivering 16,388 free books to children from birth to age five through the My First Bookshelf program;
• engaged Albertans in critical dialogue around Human Rights and Holocaust Education;
• reflected the diversity of our community and supported Reconciliation; and,
  much more!

In addition to making a one-time donation, you can become a monthly donor, leave a gift in your will, and support the Library by purchasing locally-made and literary-themed items from our store.