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Library Land Loves

Ontario Library Association
Ontario Library Association
OLA Super Conference
Canada Reads
Canadian Culture
Cultural Calendar
Workaholism
Leadership
Indigenous Publishing
We Persist
Forest Of Reading Festival
Canada
National Canadian Film Day
Blue Rodeo
First Nations Public Libraries In Ontario
Public Libraries
Reading Rainbow
Well-Being In the Library Workplace
Juno Awards
Truth and Reconciliation
Never Not Working

Library professionals are passionate about a lot of things. Be it the pop culture they consume or the databases that drive their libraries, Library Land Loves A Lot!

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As we close out this season of Library Land Loves, Michelle sits down with Brian Bannon, Chief Librarian of the New York Public Library to come back to one of the most essential (and sometimes overlooked) parts of library work: reading.

Michelle and... more

Summer is just around the corner, and libraries are getting ready—not just with programs and schedules, but with fresh ideas, creativity, and a focus on connecting with their communities in new ways.

In this episode, we chat with libraries from acr... more

In this episode of Library Land Loves, we’re taking you inside the Spring Gathering—a powerful and meaningful event that brings together members of the First Nations Public Library (FNPL) community from across Ontario.

Through conversations with org... more

Michelle Arbuckle sits down with recently retired library leader and past recipient of OLA’s W.J. Robertson Medallion for Public Librarian of the Year, Margie Singleton—an inspiring force in Canadian public libraries whose legacy continues to shape c... more

Today we’re diving into one of the most pressing issues facing libraries right now: intellectual freedom, and the growing wave of challenges to it across Canada.

Over the past year, we’ve seen a sharp increase in attempts to restrict access to mate... more

Welcome to Library Land Loves. Every May, the OLA hosts the largest literary event for young readers in Canada, and it’s called the Forest of Reading Festival.

In case you aren’t familiar with it, we host this annual event at the Harbourfront Cent... more

Welcome back to Library Land Loves. This week, our host Michelle Arbuckle (Executive Director of the OLA) is speaking with two of the proponents leading the way in the movement to support prison library funding, Keersten Wurmann and Tom Best. Prison ... more

Welcome back to Library Land Loves. Throughout the month of April, there are several high profile events taking place across the country, including The Juno Awards, Canada Reads, and National Canadian Film Day. As our fearless leader, Michelle Arbuck... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Bannon
New York Public Library's first Merrill and James Tisch Director; chief librarian responsible for NYPL's 88 branches and educational strategy
New York Public Library
Episode: Reading is an Essential Service
Patricia Gaultier
Ontario Information and Privacy Commissioner
Ontario government
Episode: Getting Ready for Summer
Stephanie Clare
CEO of Georgian Bay Public Library
Georgian Bay Public Library
Episode: Getting Ready for Summer
Megan Gibbons
Librarian on the lifelong learning team
Waterloo Public Library
Episode: Getting Ready for Summer
Anna Malispin
Senior Services Specialist
Toronto Public Library
Episode: Getting Ready for Summer
Brooke Windsor
Youth Services Librarian
Stratford Public Library
Episode: Getting Ready for Summer
Dina Nebionikwit
First Nation consultant from Atikmikshing, Anishinaabeg
First Nations Public Libraries in Ontario
Episode: Spring Gathering
Nancy Cooper
Consultant at the Ontario Library Service, band member
Ontario Library Service
Episode: Spring Gathering
Danielle Big Canoe Snake
Host this year at Rama First Nation Public Library
Rama First Nation Public Library
Episode: Spring Gathering

Hosts

Michelle Arbuckle
Host of Library Land Loves; frequent voice on library culture and Canadian library advocacy; described as host of the show and organizer for library culture content
Emily Burns
Host of Library Land Loves; Director/lead for interviews and context; co-presenter in multiple episodes

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Reading is an Essential Service
Q: I just need to know, do you also get furious at that argument though? Do you also get furious at the people who want to have this discussion that audiobooks don't count?
The guest describes strong personal anger at the mischaracterization of audiobooks, especially from a dyslexic perspective, arguing that reading with ears is a valid form of reading and essential for accessibility and inclusion.
Getting Ready for Summer
Q: What outcomes have you observed so far from these programs?
Positive community reception, increased awareness of library services beyond branches, and stronger partnerships with cottage associations and municipal departments, with potential for scale to a 'library boat' in the future.
Getting Ready for Summer
Q: What challenges do you face with outdoor water-based programs and how do you address them?
Challenges include weather, safety, permits, scheduling, and ensuring accessibility; solutions include coordinating with fire department procedures, using staff with boating licenses, and aligning visits with cottage association calendars to optimize access.
Getting Ready for Summer
Q: What is the core idea behind paddles and pages and how does it work in practice?
It's a boat-based outreach service where staff bring library services to water-access communities, leveraging partnerships with fire services and cottage associations to deliver collections, signups, and programming on the water while adapting to each community's schedule and needs.
Canadian Culture 3-Part Special! Part Two: Canada Reads
Q: What are the main benefits libraries see from partnering with national programs like Canada Reads?
Partnerships bring in donated books, posters, tote bags, and other promotional materials from CBC, which increases excitement and provides tangible incentives for patrons, while broadening the program's reach and strengthening ties with the national conversation on Canadian literature.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Library Land Loves

What is Library Land Loves about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Library Land Loves showcases library professionals discussing leadership, advocacy, programming, and the evolving role of libraries in culture and society. Episodes frequently center on public library administration, intellectual freedom, youth and community programming, and practical library operations—from curbside services to signage and cultural calendars. A notable strength is the show's ability to blend policy context with on-the-ground library experience, featuring practitioners, authors, and educators who provide actionable insights for library teams and volunteers. The show often highlights Canadian library networks, partnerships with schools and cultural institutions, and the ways libraries support literacy, inclusion, and communi... more

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5. Anna Malispin
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