Get help finding community services
Information Oakville is Oakville Public Library’s staff supported community information service. It helps residents find reliable, up to date information about local programs, services, and supports available in Oakville and across Halton Region.
If you’re not sure where to start, Information Oakville staff can help you explore options and connect with appropriate community or government services.
How we can help
Information Oakville can help you find information about:
- Housing, food, and basic needs
- Health, mental health, and wellness supports
- Legal, financial, and employment services
- Programs for families, seniors, youth, and newcomers
Information Oakville provides information and guidance, but does not deliver social services directly.
How to access Information Oakville
- In person at Oakville Public Library Central branch
- By email: InformationOakville@oakville.ca
Community information resources
Through Information Oakville, OPL provides access to a range of community information resources:
Community Contacts
- A curated list of commonly requested community and government contacts for Oakville residents.
In branch community displays
- Information boards and brochures at all library branches highlighting local programs, services, and events.
Online community bulletin board
- Community events and resources shared digitally at oakvilleinfo.ca, complementing in branch community bulletin boards.
Halton Community Services Directory
- A free, online directory of over 4,000 community, health, social service, and government programs across Halton Region.
- The directory can be used independently online or with assistance from Information Oakville staff.
- Learn more about the Halton Community Services Directory
Outreach and sharing community information
Information Oakville works with local organizations and community groups to share information through outreach, presentations, and library displays. Community organizations may submit materials for consideration for sharing or display.
Learn about display and distribution of community information.
Information Oakville helps make community services easier to find by providing access to trusted information, tools, and staff support through the library.