Community Services
Oakville Public Library strives to provide the public with equitable access to information regarding a wide range of community and government resources and services available to Oakville residents. You can access community information, both in print and online, through visiting our branches, exploring our website, signing up for a program, or speaking with our knowledgeable staff.
Library card holders can access an even wider array of information, both in print and online, using their library card. Browse our catalogue or access research and reports through our online resources page.
Information Oakville
Part of Library’s Community Engagement & Development team, Information Oakville provides residents of Oakville with up-to-date, quality information regarding supports and resources available to the community. To learn more about the different ways we share community resources and information through OPL, visit our Information Oakville page.
Community Food Program
In partnership with Food for Life Canada and Oakville & Milton Humane Society, the library offers free food to community members in need. For more details, click on a Community Food Corner location below:
For more information about Food Banks and other community support programs available in Oakville, please:
- visit How to Find - Food Banks & Community Meals, Oakville
- email InformationOakville@oakville.ca
- or call 2-1-1, to speak with a community resource navigator, 24/7 in over 160 languages
Newcomers to Canada
Are you a newcomer to Canada living in Oakville? Oakville Public Library offers a variety of programs, resources, and information to help you get settled in your new community. To learn more, visit our New to Canada page.
Older Adults
Are you an Older Adult living in Oakville? Oakville Public Library offers a variety of programs, resources, and services to help you learn new skills, socialize and stay active in your community. To learn more, visit our Older Adults page.
Halton Community Services Directory
The Halton Community Services Directory is a simple and easy to use resource for finding programs and services provided by community, social service, health, government, or relevant commercial organizations, serving Halton. To learn more, visit our Halton Community Services Directory page.
Exam Proctoring Service
Oakville Public Library supports lifelong learning and is happy to help you meet your educational goals. To learn more about this service and to book an appointment (minimum 7-day notice), visit our online booking system.
Heating and Cooling Centres
Members of the community are always welcome to visit an OPL branch, especially to shelter from the elements during extreme weather events. Branches are available during regular operating hours.
- for a complete list of Oakville facilities available during weather alerts, visit the Town of Oakville's website for warming centre locations and cooling centre locations.
- for more information about Halton Region Alerts, visit the Halton Region’s Emergency Alerts website,