Proclamation for Ontario Public Library Week 2025

Whereas October 19 to 25, 2025, is celebrated across the province as “Ontario Public Library Week”; and

Whereas during this week, libraries and library partners raise awareness of the valuable role that libraries play in our lives and in our communities; and

Whereas the Severn Township Public Library serves as a community hub for lifelong learning and plays a vital role in helping citizens of all ages access the information and tools that they need to live, learn, and work; and

Whereas the board, staff, and volunteers of the Severn Township Public Library provide a vital service to our community; and

Whereas this year the theme for Ontario Public Library Week is “Libraries For Life” focusing on the role that libraries play in supporting individual and collective connections to the past and future of our communities, nations, and civilizations; and

Whereas the Severn Township Public Library will be celebrating Ontario Public Library Week with a line-up of events and activities including Contour Art afternoon, Fibre Art Club, participating in Simcoe Reads 2025, Babytime, P.A. Day craft, and an author visit from CC Coldwell. Lear more on the Severn Township Public Library website.

THEREFORE, I, Mayor Mike Burkett, do hereby proclaim the week of October 19 to 25, 2025 as “Ontario Public Library Week” in the Township of Severn, and encourage all residents to show their support for our local public library by visiting, not just this week, but all year long, and utilize the services that they have to offer.