Board and staff

Township of Muskoka Lakes council appoints Library Board members for a four-year term. The Library Board is responsible for running our library system. As per the Public Library Act, libraries in Ontario are under the management and control of a public library board. The board has the authority to create policies about the operation and services of the library. 

Library Board members for the 2022-2026 term:  (left to right) Heidi Berninger - Vice-Chairperson, Barb Bridgeman, Marg Buddo, Doug Crichton, Valerie Duke - Chairperson, Councillor Mary Ellen McIntyre, Deborah Stokes.

Muskoka Lakes Public Library  staff (left to right) Nancy, Eva (Bala library), Candice, Maggie, Lindsay, Andrew Whitfield (CEO)

Strategic Plan 2025-2028

The Muskoka Lakes Public Library Board is thrilled to the approved 2025-2028 Strategic Plan with the community!  Building off the 2021-2024 strategic plan, the MLPL will continue to Enrich, Engage, and Evolve. This plan was adopted by the Board at the February 11, 2025 meeting. We encourage you to review the document and reach out if you have any feedback. 

Mission Statement

The Muskoka Lakes Public Library will continue to evolve our services, in concert with our communities to enrich the lives of our members; to engage more of our residents of all ages with easy, affordable access, more online services and planned outreach programs. Policy GF-01. See also Statement of Values policy GF-03.

Vision Statement

The Muskoka Lakes Public Library is committed to providing a diverse library collection and ensuring equitable access to all in a safe, positive, and welcoming environment. A community hub of engagement, knowledge, advancement, and enjoyment for the sustainable future. Policy GF-02. See also Statement of Values policy GF-03.

Meetings

Library Board meetings are open to the public, and are held in the Heritage Room at the Port Carling branch, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Check the Library calendar for all upcoming meeting dates. To view an agenda before a meeting, please contact CEO Andrew Whitfield at 705-765-5650 awhitfield@pclib.ca.

Policies