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 Toronto Public Library Board Announces Appointment of New Chief Librarian Wednesday, July 30, 2008 The Toronto Public Library Board announced today the appointment of Jane Pyper as its new Chief Librarian, effective September 2, 2008. Currently Director of Policy and Planning for Toronto Public Library, Ms. Pyper brings over 25 years of diverse experience in all facets of library service and administration including public service, information technology and collections management. Most recently, as a member of the senior management team that shaped the Toronto Public Library system post-amalgamation, Ms. Pyper has played a key role in building the Library's enviable global reputation, and has helped make Toronto Public Library the busiest urban public library system in the world. "Jane has an obvious passion for and commitment to public libraries," said Toronto Public Library Board Chair, Kathy Gallagher Ross. "She has made a significant contribution to the building of our world-class library system, well known for its breadth and reach and relevance to the city of Toronto, and we are confident that this combination of passion, commitment and experience will serve the Library well as she stewards it through its next phase of innovation and success."
Toronto Public Library is the world's busiest urban public library system. Every year, more than 16 million people visit our 99 branches and borrow more than 29 million items. To learn more about Toronto Public Library, call Answerline at 416-393-7131.
Media Contact : Linda Hazzan, Director, Marketing and Communications
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