Gift Acceptance Policy and Ethical Guidelines There is a process by which all donations are reviewed prior to acceptance. Acceptance of a gift is not final until it is approved by the OPL CEO. The CEO reserves the right to decline a gift for any reason in sole discretion, including but not limited...
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Published on Jan 25, 2024 (Policy)
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Published on Oct 10, 2023 (Policy)Approved by the OPL Board on May 10, 2022 Introduction Ottawa Public Library's (OPL's) vision is to build community and transform lives and its mission is to inspire learning, spark curiosity, and connect people . The vision and mission are built upon OPLs core values of Community, Inclusion,...
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Published on Sep 11, 2020 (Policy)The Content Services Framework (“the Framework”) ensures Ottawa Public Library (OPL)’s collection balances the challenges and opportunities of a fluctuating content environment with customer expectations. The Framework is supported by OPL’s mission to inspire learning, spark curiosity, and connect...
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Published on Feb 04, 2020 (Policy)Effective February 2020 Purpose: Ensuring the provision of a strong bilingual (English / French) context for all services and programs, in alignment with the Ottawa Public Library (OPL) Board Policy 020-OPLB Official Languages. Statement: OPL’s commitment to official languages is demonstrated...
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Published on Nov 12, 2013 (Policy)OPL supports intellectual curiosity and enquiry. One of OPL’s core values is to support intellectual freedom: the free and open exchange of lawful information and ideas in a democratic society, respecting individual’s rights to privacy and choice. Guiding Principles Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is...
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Published on Nov 07, 2013 (Policy)The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) honours individuals who have demonstrated commitment to OPL’s mission, vision, and values through commemorative naming of spaces within OPL buildings (including mobile units). The OPL Board Commemorative Naming Policy outlines the commemorative naming parameters for...
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Published on Dec 20, 2012 (Policy)Revised October 19, 2020 The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) will arrange for, and cover the costs of, accommodations requested by customers with accessibility needs in order that they can participate equally in library programs and events. Processing requests Requests for accommodations can be...
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Published on Dec 20, 2012 (Policy)Revised : November 2012 The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is committed to providing inclusive and barrier-free access to information, documentation, programs, and services. OPL shall, upon request, and in consultation with the person making the request, make available, in accessible formats to...
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Published on Dec 20, 2012 (Policy)Revised : November 2012 The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is committed to providing equal treatment to people with disabilities. This commitment extends to customers, visitors, and employees with visible or non-visible disabilities. Together, OPL and the City of Ottawa are committed to building a...
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Published on Nov 01, 2011 (Policy)Purpose Social media is defined as any web application, site or account created and maintained by Ottawa Public Library (OPL) which facilitates an environment for library staff and library users to share opinions and information about library-related subjects or issues. OPL recognizes and respects...
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Published on Nov 01, 2011 (Policy)The purpose of this policy is to tell customers how and why OPL collects, uses, protects, and/or shares personal information. The policy outlines what personal information is, what types of personal information are collected by OPL at physical locations, on the Library’s website, or on other websites that the Library links to, and what happens when your privacy is breached. It also explains privacy at the Library when using the Internet, receiving electronic messages, taking photos or videos, or sharing your Library card with someone else.
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Published on Nov 01, 2011 (Policy)Welcome to Ottawa Public Library (OPL). Our goal is to ensure that everyone has a positive experience when using the Library and its services. The Library values the diverse identities and perspectives of its community members. The Library also strives to foster an environment free of...