Policies - Libraries

Approved: 28 May 2023

Whereas:

Manitoba public libraries serve a vital role in enriching the lives of Manitoba residents, especially for those unable to purchase materials and equipment available through those libraries;
The need has never been greater for a citizenry with critical information assessment and digital literacy skills; and
Provincial government support to Manitoba Public Libraries has been minimal, for example in 2021 provincial contribution to the Winnipeg Public Library system was 7% of its annual operating budget ($2.1M of $29.4M)¹;

Be It Resolved:

The Green Party of Manitoba supports:

Increasing the provincial contribution to Manitoba public libraries, in consultation with library administrations and advisory boards, to ensure at least a 20% provincial contribution to their annual operating budgets.

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