From February 23 to March 1, 2025, Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is inviting everyone to celebrate Freedom to Read Week, devoted to highlighting the essential role that libraries play in defending intellectual freedom. This annual campaign prompts Canadians to consider the value of unfettered access to information and ideas—a cornerstone of any thriving democracy. OPL is dedicated to promoting literacy, preserving open dialogue, and offering a diverse collection of materials that encourage readers to explore, question, and engage with multiple perspectives. For a list of events marking this important week, please visit BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca. To read banned books, visit OPL’s book sanctuary: Book Sanctuary | Ottawa Public Library. For more details about Freedom to Read Week at OPL, visit BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca.
