Library Board & Staff

To qualify as a trustee a person must be:

• at least eighteen years old,
• a Canadian citizen or permanent resident,
• a resident of the City of Brockville for which the Board is established,
• not employed by the Board, the City or the County.

Other qualities of a Trustee:

• An interest in the community, in the library, and in the library’s importance as an integral part of the community’s cultural, recreational and educational facilities.
• A readiness to volunteer time and effort to carry out their duties.
• An awareness of the social and economic conditions of the community and its disparate groups.
• An ability to work well with other trustees, staff, and the public served by the library.
• An open mind, intellectual curiosity, and a respect for the opinions of others.
• The initiative and ability to establish policies for the successful operation of the library and inclusive service for all customers.
• The courage to plan creatively, to execute plans effectively and to embrace diversity.

If you have further questions about Board Trustee roles and responsibilities, please contact board@brockvillelibrary.ca or ceo@brockvillelibrary.ca