Woodbridge Library is a split level building with the programming rooms housed in the basement area. There is a ramp from the main entry to the programming area, however the automatic doors to this ramp were too small for easy passage of current models of wheelchairs and strollers. There is a second door, but in order to open it, customers had to seek assistance, so it was very inconvenient. In March 2011, Woodbridge Library had this doorway retrofitted into a new, wider automatic door. Now all customers can enter and exit the programming area independently.

In December 2011, Woodbridge Library turned its two small, old and rusted public washrooms into one state-of-the-art accessible family washroom to meet the needs of all customers, including families needing changing facilities for small children and for people who use wheelchairs. The washroom now has an automatic door to make entry with strollers and wheelchairs possible, as well as offering a hands free option. On the inside, there are two toilets, one a regular adult size, and a smaller one for children’s use. Both are low flow and feature automatic flushing.  The sink is automatic and hands free, which in turn saves water.  

Bathurst Clark Resource Library was closed between September 24, 2010 – October 11, 2010 for a series of renovations. Renovations included the addition of a new Check Out Desk, new seating and lounge areas, the expansion of the teen area, new exterior entrance doors, the addition of a charming art wall near the entrance, painting of selected areas in the library, an increase in display areas to merchandise the library’s resources, new marmoleum flooring featuring a beautiful artistic pattern which was designed by architect Nino Rico. Bathurst Clark Resource Library celebrated its grand re-opening on March 10, 2011 by inviting customers to drop in and check out its fresh new look. The event featured performances by the Toronto Waldorf School Choir, Westmount Collegiate Institute Choir and musicians from St. Elizabeth Catholic High School.

In April 2010, VPL renovated its Kleinburg Library branch. The renovations included the installation of a new lift, which provides access to all three floors, the addition of an accessible washroom on the lower level and the installation of a new visual fire alarm to ensure compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. The main entrance and foyer was also revitalized, a new Check Out Desk was added, a new internal/external book drop was installed, two washrooms were refurbished and more!

On June 22, Kleinburg Library celebrated its grand re-opening by inviting customers to drop by to check out its completed renovations. The official welcome included a great story about Clifford topped with a visit from the big red dog himself!