Vernon branch of the Okanagan Regional Library (photo by Liam Verster / Vernon Matters)

By Liam Verster

Modernizing & Enhancing Programs

Okanagan Regional Library to receive nearly $1.7M in funding

Mar 31, 2023 | 5:10 PM

Okanagan Regional Library will be modernizing and enhancing programs.

The local library branch is benefiting from a provincial investment to provide British Columbians with better access to information.

Through this funding, the Okanagan Regional Library is receiving a total of $1,678,980.83.

“Libraries are an equalizer and such a great resource, where everyone can access information and technology regardless of their background, age or income. As a mother of three children and as a nurse, I have benefitted from regional libraries, and like many people in our community, my family and I continue to use our libraries,” said Harwinder Sandhu, MLA for Vernon-Monashee. “I am so appreciative of everyone working at the libraries to provide us with valuable recourses. With increased funding, our community can look forward to expanded library services and programs, update technology and equipment, and more.”

The funds can be used to address local priorities such as extended hours, bigger digital collections, and improved access to literacy and lifelong learning opportunities.

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The local grant come from a total fund of $45-million that is supporting 71 public libraries and organizations that help libraries deliver their services across the province.