The Perth East Public Library Board is working towards purchasing a generator for the library building for backup power when the hydro goes out. In addition to providing access to resources and programs, the library acts as a heating and cooling space for many in the community, however, the library is unable to remain open when the hydro goes out resulting in programs being cancelled and the public having to leave the facility.
Many individuals use the library space to access resources, materials, computers, Wi-Fi, use the space, and connect with others.
The project “Powering Knowledge" will allow the library to remain open to the public and staff when hydro outages occur - allowing the staff to continue serving the public.
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We currently use this space for Community Outreach for the following; Educational Presentations & for weekly Fitness Class. We love this space!
Perth Care For Kids greatly values the PEPL as a community partner and their space is integral to our EarlyON programs. We run multiple programs for parents/caregivers and their children (0-6years). In 2024 the combined attendance for all our programs offered at the PEPL, was 989 children and 655 adults. More valuable than the numbers is the qualitative value of these programs – connection, support, belonging, and more. Not having to cancel a program due to a power outage would mean so much.
The library is an asset to our community and would really benefit from a generator since we experience quite a few power outages, especially during the winter.