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Surrey Public Library
2017-2021 FINANCIAL PLAN
Seed Library
Launched
Lynda.com,an online
software to support skills development
within the workforce; and
Partnered with Self Employment and
Entrepreneur Development Society
(“SEEDS”) to improve information and
networking opportunities for budding
entrepreneurs.
Enhanced use of Surrey Seed Library –
a free, drop-in seed-exchange program
that allows residents to borrow, save,
and share seeds of 90 varieties of
plants, from tomatoes and beans to
flower & herbs; and
Reduced printing by offering scan to
USB services at all branches.
Improved literacy and learning
opportunities for children – over 16,000
kids participated in Summer Reading
Club; and
Offered life-long skills learning through
technology training, story times,
reading clubs and a variety of programs
to many Surrey residents.
Promoted general health through an
array of programs and speakers, such
as substance use author Michael Pond
and financial literacy speakers from the
Credit Counselling Society.
Completed renovations of Guildford
Library to provide a more welcoming
fireplace lounge and digital community
art display; and
Refurbished Semiahmoo Library to
include improved access for youth.
ECONOMIC PROSPERITY & LIVELIHOODS
ECOSYSTEMS
EDUCATION & CULTURE
HEALTH & WELLNESS
INFRASTRUCTURE
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