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19 Branches of Winnipeg Public Library Opening Back Up!

Posted on: February 12, 2021

The Winnipeg Public Library will begin reopening all of its branches beginning March 1, 2021 for contactless holds pick-up service and returns, with the exception of the Cornish Library which is closed for renovations (but is almost finished!!!!)

To support reopening the additional branches, the City is recalling approximately 77 temporary, part-time employees who were previously laid off due to COVID-19 closures.  In addition, hours of operations at the branches will be extended beginning March 1, and will vary by location.

For information about the contactless pick-up service, online programs and other available services, including our extensive online eLibrary of digital media and eBooks, and for hours of operation, see: www.winnipeg.ca/library

For more information on the City’s response to COVID-19, see: www.winnipeg.ca/COVID-19

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