Library Vision, Roles and Values

1. Library Vision

East Gwillimbury Public Library values tradition while embracing innovation.

2. Mission Statement

East Gwillimbury Public Library opens your mind to a world of information, creative expression and the love of reading, available to all.

3. Core Roles

• Promotes literacy for children and youth
• Features popular materials and current titles for recreation and leisure
• Offers reference materials for self-education and lifelong learning
• Provides educational assistance to support students
• Serves as a community information resource centre
• Celebrates East Gwillimbury's Heritage

4.  Core Values

• Upholds intellectual freedom
• Encourages literacy and lifelong learning
• Provides equitable access to information and services
• Serves the community in a fiscally responsible manner
• Embraces and demonstrates Character Community values in the provision of service: Compassion, Courage, Fairness, Honesty, Inclusiveness, Integrity, Initiative, Optimism, Perseverance, Respect, and Responsibility.