Toronto Public Library > News & Publications > Archived News Releases > Bloor/Gladstone Branch Renovation and Expansion Community Consultation: Toronto Public Library Welcomes All to Attend 2nd Public Meeting

Members of the public are invited to continue to help shape the upcoming renovation and expansion of Bloor/Gladstone Branch of Toronto Public Library by sharing their opinions at a Community Consultation meeting on Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at 7 p.m.

Toronto Public Library staff, local councillor Adam Giambrone and project architects rdh + szarch will be on hand to present preliminary design concepts for the new library and listen to comments from the public.

Members of the public, who are unable to attend the Community Consultation, but want to make their opinions known, may fill out a comment form, available at the Branch or

We want to hear from you - Bloor/Gladstone Branch Project

About the Bloor/Gladstone Branch Renovation:

The Bloor/Gladstone Branch renovation is one of several capital projects planned for library branches across the City of Toronto. Scheduled to commence in April 2006, the renovation and expansion will:

Increase the size of the branch, improve accessibility, and repair and refurbish the existing building
Provide space for expanded collections
Increase meeting room space
Create unique spaces for children, teens and newcomers to Canada
Add additional quiet study space and a new User Education Centre

For more information, or if you would like to attend the Consultation but require Attendant Care Services, please contact the branch at 416-393-7674.

Bloor/Gladstone Branch Renovation Project

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