Richmond Public Library
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| Richmond Public Library | |
|---|---|
| Established | 1975 |
| Branches | 5 |
| Collection | |
| Items collected | books, e-books, music, cds, periodicals, maps, genealogical archives, business directories, local history, |
| Size | 497,419 (2010) |
| Access and use | |
| Circulation | 4,498,624 (2010) |
| Population served | 186,628 population[1] |
| Other information | |
| Budget | CA $7,763,841 (2009) |
| Director | Greg Buss |
| Staff | 138 |
| Website | www.yourlibrary.ca |
Richmond Public Library (RPL) is a public library that serves Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. The library has four branches in the city: Brighouse (Main), Steveston, Ironwood, and Cambie. RPL also offers weekly outreach service to the Hamilton neighbourhood.
The library has won numerous awards, including the John Cotton Dana Public Relations Award[2] in 2008 for its "Ralphy" library card for kids.
Services
The Richmond Public Libraries offer a variety of services, such as:
- Books, DVDs, music CDs, video games in a variety of languages for children and adults
- Computer and Internet Workstations (MSWindows, Web browsing, MSOffice, Basic accessory application-programs)
- Language learning center (at Brighouse Branch) with ESL and language learning tools
- Living rooms
- Programs for children and adults
References
- ↑ BC Stats: 2007 Municipal Population Estimates Retrieved on 1 June 2009
- ↑ hwwilson: Retrieved on 4 January 2009
External links
Coordinates: 49°09′50″N 123°08′28″W / 49.1639°N 123.1412°W
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