Carrville Library Project Update

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We’re delighted to share some exclusive images of the ongoing renovations and enhancements that have been taking place at the library.

We’ll share more updates as we progress, and we can’t wait to welcome you to the grand opening of the Carrville Library. Together, we’re building a space where knowledge thrives, creativity flourishes, and connections are made.

Carrville Library Project Update

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Vaughan Public Libraries is thrilled to announce a momentous milestone in our Carrville Library journey 🎉

VPL’s CEO Margie Singleton and Deputy CEO of Growth & Communications Aleksandra Dowiat-Vine celebrated the Structural Topping Off of the Carrville Library, Community Centre and District Park.

Prepare for a remarkable new hub of knowledge, community, and endless possibilities! Follow along on our social media accounts and building blog for more updates.

Carrville Library Project Update

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The Carrville Library project continues to make significant progress. The structural steelwork is in its final stages, approaching completion, while the foundation work, waterproofing, and backfill activities are in full swing. The contractor has efficiently executed mitigation strategies, ensuring smooth coordination of cladding and roofing tasks, which are now progressing according to the planned schedule.

West façade of the community center.  The library is located on the right side of the main entrance.
Southern façade with Library located on the southwest corner overlooking the future park.
Eastern façade of the community centre.

Carrville Library Project Update

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In several months, Carrville Library has experienced significant construction updates. Continue to follow along as we share regular construction project updates.

Carrville Library Project Update

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Following the groundbreaking event on June 8, the contractor has since mobilized. Excavation and construction of building foundations are now in full swing. Construction of the main building footings, foundation walls, pads and piers is ongoing. Dewatering and backfill activities are progressing as anticipated.

Continue to follow along in the coming months as we share regular construction project updates.

Bathurst Clark Renovation Project

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Since the groundbreaking on September 19th, crews have excavated and disposed of the existing asphalt and base layer, created a new trench for drainage, installed electrical conduits for a new pole light and EV charging stations, and installed new concrete curbs.  In addition, the creation of the new Multi-Use Path is well underway.

Subgrade EV Charging Stations conduit installation

The remaining activities will include placement and compaction of subgrade surfacing, new asphalt and line painting, landscape work, and installation of furniture and fixtures.

VMC Library & VMC Express Project Update

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Vaughan Public Libraries is delighted to announce that VMC Express is close to opening! Millwork, electrical work, equipment installation and library software are now complete.

The Vaughan Public Library Board plaque was installed in time for the recent Board meeting on November 17. The Board members and Trustees recently had the opportunity to tour VMC Library and VMC Express.

Stay tuned for the VMC Express grand opening!

VMC Library Virtual Tour

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Nestled within the vibrant community hub, the VMC Library brings our library services, programming, and collection to the fast-growing downtown core. This new 9,000 square foot library provides welcoming spaces for children, families, students, neighbourhood residents and transit commuters. A first for VPL, we will host culinary literacy programming in the state-of-the-art community kitchen within the same building.

VMC Express – an on-the-go convenience VPL Members will also be able to enjoy street-level access to our newest titles and popular bestsellers in the self-service storefront conveniently located on Apple Mill Road – a first of its kind in Vaughan! This 400 square foot quick stop features automated check-in and check-out for fast and simple returns and pickups.

Stop on by and see what Vaughan Public Libraries can do for you. A visit will get you thinking!

Groundbreaking of Carrville Community Library

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June 8, 2022, marked another historic moment for Vaughan Public Libraries! A groundbreaking ceremony was held for the Carrville Community Library, Carrville Community Centre and District Park. The new multi-use community hub will combine play, learning, fitness and sports spaces.

The new library is our response to the community’s evolving needs, where lifelong learning opportunities are accessible, and citizens have access to comprehensive programming, dynamic services, and multifaceted collections. We believe that our new library will look great and enrich people, inspire opportunities, and transform the community.

Carrville Community Library will be located between Dufferin and Bathurst streets near Major Mackenzie Drive (Carrville/Block 11), and completion is expected in 2024.

Stay tuned for more updates!

Maple Library is Now Open!

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Vaughan Public Libraries is proud to present the reimagined Maple Library! Updated to meet the needs of the local community, the new library space is welcoming, brighter, and modernized. It offers a refreshed children’s area and a new reading garden that’ll ignite your passion and excitement for reading, our in-person programming and our extensive collections. Maple Library’s new look is symbolic of our commitment to adapt and change while offering an incredible array of free programs, services and resources that will be sure to Enrich, Inspire and Transform.