The Halton Hills Public Library is looking for passionate, community-minded residents to serve on its board of trustees for the 2027-2030 term.
Halton Hills Library Board members help set the Library’s direction, oversee finances and policies, and make decisions with the community in mind.
Learn more about the role and how your experience could help.
Applications Open:
Early October
Help Shape What’s Next
Join the Halton Hills Public Library Board!
Why Now?
Every four years, following the municipal election, Town of Halton Hills Council appoints residents to the Library Board.
Interested community members can submit their applications to become Library Board members for the 2027 to 2030 term, starting in October 2026.
Why Serve?
Make an Impact
Help shape the future of library services in our community.
Share Your Perspective
Bring your unique experiences, skills and ideas to the table.
Provide Leadership
Help set HHPL's priorities and direction for the future.
Give Back
Help ensure HHPL continues to inspire learning, creativity and connection.
The Library You'll Help Shape
From early literacy and lifelong learning to makerspaces, digital services and community partnerships, HHPL helps Halton Hills residents learn, create, connect and belong. As our community grows and changes, so does the Library.
As a Board member, you'll help guide what's next.
What Does the Library Board Do?
Public libraries in Ontario are governed by library boards established under the Public Libraries Act.
The Halton Hills Public Library Board is appointed by Town of Halton Hills Council and provides leadership and oversight to help ensure the Library continues to meet the needs of the community.
Board Members:
Set direction
Help set the Library's priorities and plans for the future.
Provide oversight
Approve policies and oversee finances.
Support leadership
Hire, support and evaluate the Chief Librarian & CEO.
Represent the community
Represent community needs and advocate for the Library.
The Board focuses on the Library's long-term direction and oversight, while the Chief Librarian & CEO and Library staff manage day-to-day operations, programs and services.
Learn more about Library Boards and the Ontario Public Libraries Act.
Could This Be You?
We are looking for people who care about their community, work well with others and are willing to learn.
You do not need previous board experience.
Who We're Looking For
A board is strongest when its members bring different backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of professional, volunteer and lived experiences.
As a public library, HHPL is committed to inclusion, accessibility and intellectual freedom, and we value applicants who will help support these principles while representing the diverse perspectives of our community.
What Could You Bring?
We are particularly interested in hearing from people who can contribute knowledge or experience in any of these areas:
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Building partnerships, fundraising or advocating for a cause
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Working with budgets, finances or business planning
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Setting direction, developing policy or thinking about the big picture
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Improving accessibility, inclusion and community well-being
Your experience may come from your work, volunteering or involvement in the community.
★ No one is expected to bring experience in every area.
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Leading teams, supporting people or managing change
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Planning projects, facilities, services or growth
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Using technology, data or new ideas to solve problems
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Working with municipal government, public services or community organizations
What is the Time Commitment?
Serving on the Board typically requires 6-10 hours per month, including meetings, preparation and occasional Library events.
The Board generally meets 8-9 times per year. Meetings are currently held on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 7:00-9:00 pm.
Who Can Apply?
To serve on the Halton Hills Public Library Board, you must:
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Be 18 years of age or older
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Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada
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Be a resident of Halton Hills
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Not be employed by the Halton Hills Public Library or the Town of Halton Hills
Eligibility requirements are established by the Public Libraries Act.
Recruitment Timeline
October
Information Session
Applications Open
November
Applications Close
December
Selection Process
January 2027
New Board Appointed
Orientation Begins
