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Media releases and stories
Guelph Public Library releases 2025 Annual Report
The 2025 Annual Report highlights the Library's most popular programs, services, resources, and milestones from the year.
Teen ETCH creative writing and cover art contests now open
Teens living in Guelph and Wellington County are invited to submit an original written piece or art for the 2026 Teen ETCH contests.
Library, HOME Team, partner to deliver winter survival kits
The Library and the Health Outreach Mobile Engagement (HOME) team work together to distribute 20 winter survival kits.
Guelph Public Library's 2026 budget approved by City Council
City Council approves the Library’s 2026 operating and capital budgets ahead of the move to the new Central Library.
Media releases and stories
Guelph Public Library puts a spotlight on banned books
A news article published by Guelph Today, highlighting the Library's efforts to support intellectual freedom in its collections.
Podcast: Tools for a connected Library with Growing Guelph
Meg Forestell-Page talks about the wide-reaching and innovative ways libraries are expanding access and building community across Guelph.
Podcast: Beyond Books with Growing Guelph
In this podcast interview with Growing Guelph, Dan and Michelle explain the public value that libraries bring to the Guelph community.
Guelph Politicast: The new Central Library
Podcast host and local journalist, Adam Donaldson, interviews Dan Atkins and Meg Forestell-Page on construction of the new Central Library.
Cover a Library Board Meeting
Members of the media are welcome to attend Library Board meetings on the last Monday of every month either virtually or in person. Please visit the Library Board page for access to meeting dates, agendas, minutes, and a link to join a meeting virtually.
Learn about our Communications Policy
The Communications policy ensures that our internal and external communications are accessible, engaging and professional. We encourage our staff to participate in media interviews and work to respond to media inquiries within a timely manner. Learn more about our commitment to sharing information about our programs, services, and collections by reading our Communications Policy.
Contact us
Katie Duncan, Supervisor of Communications
Marketing and Communications, Guelph Public Library
548-855-8370
kduncan@guelphpl.ca