Join us for the last Friends of the Library (FOL) Book Sale of the year, on December 9 to 10, 2022.

Join us for the last Friends of the Library (FOL) Book Sale of the year, on December 9 to 10, 2022.
Support those in need this holiday season
Lest we forget
The first full week of November is designated as Treaties Recognition Week in Ontario. During this week we take time to honour the importance of treaties, and their role in Canadian history.
Honouring MMIWG2S+ Sisters In Spirit
Join us October 26-29 at Central Branch
Ontario Public Library Week (OPLW) runs from October 16 to 22, 2022, and is an annual commemoration to raise awareness of the valuable role libraries play in the lives of people in Ontario.
OPL and the Little Fish Art Studio are pleased to announce the 6th annual Art Sale and Silent Auction. Artwork from students across Oakville is featured in an in-person format at two of OPL’s branches. All proceeds from the sale support expansion of OPL's multilingual collection.
OPL invites the Oakville community to reflect and honour the lost children and survivors of residential schools, their families and communities and explore more about the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences and histories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples within our community and across Canada.
Mark your calendars - the Friends of the Oakville Public Library, are excited to announce the return of the beloved FOL Book Sales, taking place June 23 to 26, 2022 at the Central Branch.
OPL will temporarily close the Sixteen Mile Branch on June 4, 2022, to accommodate the start of the parks construction for the North Park Development.
We have everything students need to encourage fun and discovery after school!
Thank you to our amazing volunteers!
The world is witnessing a crisis in Ukraine. Here's how you can stay informed and show support to those in need, overseas and at home.
Each year during the month of February, we celebrate Black History Month.
It’s time for Monday Fun-day family fun! Here are ways you can enjoy Family Day on Monday, February 21, courtesy of your library.
The changes offers the Oakville community extended access to our services, resources and programs
Effective December 19, 2021, as a precautionary measure all in-person programming will move to virtual sessions (where possible), and capacity limits at all OPL branches will be in effect at 50%.
A friendly reminder that OPL branches will have modified hours during the holiday season.
This year Oakville teens were asked to write a captivating short story or poem connected to an image of the HMS Oakville Memorial in Tannery Park. We are happy to announce our winners for all categories.
It's here! OPL has launched an updated version of the OPL to Go mobile app with increased functionality, new features, and easy access to the full catalogue.
The year Oakville teens were asked to respond to their favourite quote, lyric or story through photography. We are happy to announce our top three entries and an honourable mention. Please join us in congratulating our winners!
View a recap of Oakville Public Library's (OPL's) celebration of Ontario Public Library Week (OPLW)
October 17 – 23, 2021: Explore OPL through the people who make our library and our community unique
Coming Spring 2022, Glen Abbey Branch will expand outdoors with a new and functional patio for customers to enjoy.
OAKVILLE, ON – Oakville Public Library (OPL) and the SparkCircle are pleased to announce the 5th annual SparkCircle Art Sale.
September 30, 2021: OPL invites the Oakville community to reflect and honour the lost children and survivors of residential schools, their families and communities and explore more about the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences and histories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples within our community and across Canada
OAKVILLE, ON – On September 23, 2021, Oakville Public Library (OPL)’s Board approved a COVID-19 vaccination policy and procedure for all OPL employees
OPL is providing free printing of proof of COVID-19 vaccination documentation. This service is provided for everyone, cardholder or not.
OAKVILLE, ON — Oakville Public Library (OPL) will not require proof of COVID-19 vaccination at OPL branches, with the exception of room rental bookings.
Check out some of our online learning resources, and upcoming programs to help you get back into learning mode for school!
OAKVILLE, ON
OAKVILLE, ON - Today, The Town of Oakville announced they will be presenting a COVID-19 vaccination policy for all town employees and Members of Council. If passed, OPL will implement a vaccination policy aligned with the Town’s mandate.
OAKVILLE, ON – Oakville Public Library (OPL) is honoured to be the recipient of $48,536 in funding from the Government of Canada’s Health Communities Initiative led by the Golden Horseshoe Hub and Oakville Community Foundation. This funding will support the OPL StoryWalks® project.
Oakville Public Library (OPL) and the Toronto Rock Athletic Centre (TRAC) are thrilled to announce a new partnership in an effort to build community connection.
Welcome to the brand new website for the Oakville Public Library.
Exciting news, OPL is officially using a fine-free model
A new design just for kids
The lamps are available at Central, Iroquois Ridge, Glen Abbey and Woodside branches. The lamps are not loanable. They are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
OAKVILLE, ON – Oakville Public Library (OPL) has announced its 2019-2022 board, which includes five incumbents and four newly ratified members, to lead the library’s ambitious strategic vision.
With support from June and Ian Cockwell and Amarna, the de Vries Family Foundation and the Heritage Trust Fund, funds held at the Oakville Community Foundation, the Oakville Public Library (OPL) has recently digitized close to 500 late 20th century issues of the Oakville Beaver and made them available on the Library’s Newspaper Database.