Fairview Branch Renovation

The Fairview Branch has been a valued part of your community for 36 years.

Toronto Public Library is preparing plans to improve the branch and conduct necessary repairs to the facility.

The renovation will enhance access to the building and support more efficient operations.

It is expected that the renovation will commence in 2012.

Renovation Features:

• Add 2,672 square feet to allow for separate entrances to the library and the theatre to improve access, way finding and manage congestion and noise levels.
• Complete necessary state of good repair improvements to the theatre, and building entrances, which will support operations of the library and the theatre.
• Improve building accessibility in relevant areas including expanding washroom facilities in the library and the theatre.
• Improve security and management of access to the building.
• Theatre renovations:
  • An enclosed theatre box office and refreshment stand
  • Improvements to aisle and ramp lighting and accessible seating
  • Improvements and better access to the theatre green room, dressing rooms and backstage facilities

Service Enhancements:

• A welcoming entrance to the branch that facilitates way finding and access, including popular collections, displays, lounge and study seating, computer access and meeting rooms.
• Allow for efficient operations, including automating materials check-in and streamlining the sorting of library materials.

Feedback for Fairview Branch Renovation

Toronto Public Library would like your ideas and opinions about the Fairview Branch Renovation.

Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of s.20 (a) and (d) of the Public Libraries Act and will be used to administer the Library's feedback service. Questions about the collection or management of personal information should be directed to the Manager, Information & Operations, 789 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4W 2G8, (416) 393-7184.