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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Carrville Library Project Update
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
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.
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
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
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
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!
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.
VMC is Now Open!
Welcome to VPL’s newest library location!
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.
Stay tuned for news about our official opening celebration!
Maple Library Renovation Project
BACKGROUND
Monteith Brown Planning Consultants were hired to conduct the Maple Library Special Area Study and re-examine the need and role of Maple Library after the opening of CCRL Civic Centre Resource Library (CCRL) opened in May, 2016. Keep reading to find out what the analysis were!
MAPLE LIBRARY SPECIAL AREA STUDY SUMMARY
The Special Area Study took into considerations many different factors affecting the use of the branch including current demographics, future projections, industry trends, library usage and community feedback. The study collected stakeholder feedback via community survey and series of library user focus groups.
Monteith Brown Planning Consultants found that despite its proximity to CCRL, Maple Library serves a special and unique purpose for the community. We heard from you how co-location to the community centre is of high priority. 66% of survey respondents also indicated no change in their use of Maple Library since the opening of CCRL. Top three things that respondents valued most about Maple Library are: location (68%), staff/service (50%), and convenience of co-location with the Maple Community Centre (48%).
Based on assessment and feedback collected, the consultant’s recommendation for Vaughan Public Libraries (VPL) was to continue to operate Maple Library. The study recommended reducing the library’s current footprint of 13,000 sq. ft to a smaller size library of 7,500-8,500 sq. ft and to align the re-imagined library to VPL’s current facility service model. The study also suggested to improve library entrance, aesthetic improvements, comfort, enhanced children and study areas, as well as seamless technology and integrated accessibility features.
PROCESS
ATA Architects Inc. have been contracted to oversee planning and design for Maple Library face-lift! Check out the Maple Library renovation video and design concepts below
Floor Plan Concept
Main entrance to library
Marketplace
Children’s Area
Service Desk
Study Area – view south
Study Area – view north
Quiet Study Room
Inside Quiet Study Room
View of Reading Garden from Quiet Study Room
Reading Garden Access
Reading Garden
What’s happening at Vaughan Metropolitan Centre Library & VMC Library Express?
PROGRESS UPDATE
Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC) Library and VMC Library Express are coming to you very soon! 90% of the drywall work has been completed in both library areas and most walls and ceilings have been painted. The lighting installation is also 50% complete with the large continuous fixtures installed at the Children’s area and in the main library area.
In the next few weeks, ceiling and interior glazing wall installation are scheduled to begin. The interior and exterior signage installation are also in the works.
Substantial completion continues to be set for mid-July. Soft opening is targeted for August and the official opening end of September.
First library lights have been installed. Ceiling preparation for the wood ceiling installation has been completed.
View from Children’s Area east towards the Marketplace
Stairwell from main lobby to second level library and third level CoV’s space.
Quite Study Area visible from downstairs lobby