Library Board

Orillia Public Library Board

The Orillia Public Library Board provides oversight and guidance to the library. The Library Board has eleven members, appointed by Orillia City Council who serve for a four year term concurrent with the term of Council.

The Board is composed of:

• 2 City Council Representatives
• 7 Citizens-at-large who must be eligible electors of the City of Orillia
• 1 Representative nominated by the Council of Oro-Medonte Township
• 1 Representative nominated by the Council of Severn Township

The City Council representatives are chosen by Council when it takes office after a municipal election. The Orillia City Clerk's Department advertises the Library Board openings for Citizens-at large in the local newspaper prior to each municipal election, and also requests nominations for the Oro-Medonte Township and Severn Township seats. 

 Board Vacancy

We are seeking an engaged, community-minded individual to join the Orillia Public Library Board. This is a rewarding opportunity to help guide the library’s strategic direction, governance, and long-term sustainability.

We welcome candidates with experience in one or more of the following:

• Board governance and policy development
• Human resources
• Legal or risk management
• Public advocacy, government relations, or community engagement
• Financial oversight, budgeting, or auditing
• Partnerships and stakeholder collaboration

Board members help set the library’s vision, approve policies and budgets, hire and evaluate the Chief Librarian, and serve as ambassadors in the community.

A commitment to public service, collaboration, and equitable access to library services is essential. Previous board experience is an asset, but not required.

To apply: Submit an online application through City of Orillia Council Services. Visit the City of Orillia’s Boards and Committees page for eligibility details. 

Members of the Orillia Public Library Board

• Catherine Allman - Vice-Chair
• John Bard - Oro-Medonte Township Representative
• Elaine Bremer - Trustee
• Meghan Edwards - Trustee
• Don McIsaac - City Council Representative
• Ryan McVeigh - Trustee
• Wanda Minnings - Severn Township Representative
• Whitney Smith - City Council Representative
• Mike Stahls - Board Chair
• Deborah Watson - Trustee
• Meagan Wilkinson (Library CEO) - Secretary

Meetings

The Library Board of Trustee meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month at 4 p.m. (except July and August) at the Orillia Public Library.  The meetings are open to the public.  Please email us for more information.

Contact Information

Mailing Address:

Orillia Public Library Board
36 Mississaga Street West
Orillia, ON
L3V 3A6

Email the Library Board. 

Phone: Meagan Wilkinson, CEO, 705-325-2338