Service Update: Library closed Nov 24-25, Dec 8-10 and second floor unavailable Nov 24-Jan 18 for installation of new carpet. Details
Service Update: Library closed Nov 24-25, Dec 8-10 and second floor unavailable Nov 24-Jan 18 for installation of new carpet. Details

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New Carpet coming at the Perth & District Library

The Perth & District Union Public Library’s second floor is getting a new look. The linoleum tile on the second floor will be removed and replaced with carpet tile. “For many years now, we’ve wanted to replace the upstairs flooring with something more comfortable...

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Land Acknowledgement Statement

The Perth & District Union Public Library acknowledges that it is situated on land that is the unceded traditional territory of the Omàmìwininì / Algonquin Anishnaabeg People. We are grateful for the many opportunities this relationship and land provides to everyone.

Read the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action | Final Report of the TRC | Spirit Bear’s Guide to the TRC Calls to Action (youth-friendly)| Library Policy: Indigenous Respect and Relations

National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation | Residential School History | National Residential School Crisis Line 1-866-925-4419

Learn more about Indigenous histories and contemporary issues via the University of Alberta’s online course Indigenous Canada  | Montreal Urban Aboriginal Community Strategy Network’s Indigenous Ally Toolkit |University of Saskatchewan: I-Portal: Indigenous Studies Portal| Indigenous Cinema with the NFB | Borrow the Library’s Indigenous Classroom Kits