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Ontario First Nation Public Libraries Need Assessment Report November 28, 2017 Page 1 of 33 C 8 - Library Info ONTARIO FIRST NATION PUBLIC LIBRARIES Needs Assessment Report October 2017 November 28, 2017 Page 2 of 33 C 8 - Library Info 2 2 Acknowledgements NVision Insight Group would like to thank all of the First Nation Public Library (FNPL) staff members, Elders, Band Councillors and others who participated in this Needs Assessment. FNPL staff members diligently support their community libraries to improve the lives of First Nation community members across the province. This document reflects their valuable input. Thank you to staff members from the following libraries: Alderville First Nation Public Library Mattagami First Nation Public Library Algonquins of Pikwakanagan Public Library M'Chigeeng First Nation Public Library Atikameksheng Anishnawbek FN Public Michipicoten First Nation Public Library Library Mississauga First Nation Public Library Beausoleil First Nation Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation Big Grassy First Nation Community Library Library Bkejwanong First Nation Public Library Naotkamegwanning First Nation Public Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation Library Public Library Nipissing First Nation Public Library Chippewas of Kettle and Stony Point First Ojibway of Onigaming First Nation Nation Public Library Ojibways of Pic River First Nation Public Chippewas of Nawash Library Library Chippewas of Rama Public Library Rainy River First Nation Public Library Chippewas of the Thames First Nation Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation Public Library and Resource Centre Library Curve Lake First Nation Public Library Serpent River First Nation Public Library Delaware First Nation Library Shawanaga First Nation Public Library Dokis First Nation Public Library Sheshegwaning First Nation Public Library Garden River First Nation Public Library Six Nations Public Library Henvey Inlet First Nation Public Library Temagami First Nation Public Library Iskatewizaagegan First Nation Public Thessalon First Nation Public Library Library Wahta Mohawk First Nation Public Library Kanhiote-Tyendinaga Territory First Nation Wasauksing First Nation Public Library Public Library Whitefish River First Nation Magnetawan First Nation Public Library Wikwemikong First Nation Public Library NVision Insight Group would also like to thank the First Nation Strategic Action Group for their insight into research tools and Christine Vidt and Susan McMurray from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport for guiding this project. November 28, 2017 Page 3 of 33 C 8 - Library Info 3 3 Table of Contents 1 Executive Summary .......................................................................................................... 5 Purpose ................................................................................................................................. 5 Report Structure ................................................................................................................... 5 Key Findings ......................................................................................................................... 5 Recommendations ............................................................................................................... 6 Methodology ......................................................................................................................... 6 2 Background and Context ................................................................................................. 7 Public Libraries in Ontario ................................................................................................... 7 First Nation Public Libraries (FNPLs) ................................................................................. 7 First Nation Strategic Action Group (FNSAG) .................................................................... 8 Government and Library Sector Support Available to FNPLs ........................................... 8 3 Overview of Ontario First Nation Public Libraries (Research Results) ........................12 3.1.1 Library Space.......................................................................................................12 3.1.2 Infrastructure........................................................................................................12 3.1.3 Collections ...........................................................................................................12 3.1.4 Technology ..........................................................................................................12 3.1.5 Staffing ................................................................................................................13 3.1.6 Hours ...................................................................................................................13 3.1.7 Programs and Services ........................................................................................14 3.1.8 Funding ................................................................................................................16 4 Barriers and Challenges Experienced by FNPLs (Research Results) ..........................17 4.1.1 Lack of Funding ...................................................................................................17 4.1.2 Lack of understanding of unique role of FNPLs ....................................................18 4.1.3 Location and Infrastructure Barriers .....................................................................19 4.1.4 Inadequate Salary Support ..................................................................................20 4.1.5 Training Barriers ..................................................................................................20 4.1.6 Collections and Technology Barriers ....................................................................20 4.1.7 Other Barriers ......................................................................................................21 5 Analysis ............................................................................................................................22 November 28, 2017 Page 4 of 33 C 8 - Library Info 4 4 Library Programs, Services and Training ..........................................................................22 Funding, Infrastructure and Technology ...........................................................................23 Ministry Supports ................................................................................................................25 6 Recommendations ...........................................................................................................26 Recommendation #1: Improve funding structures, formulas and supports ...................26 Recommendation #1 a): Implement a new funding structure and process. .....................26 Recommendation #1 b): Consider other funding formulas for operational funding. .........26 Recommendation #1 c): Provide funding support for additional staff. .............................26 Recommendation #2: Support the preservation and revitalization of First Nation languages and cultural resources and programming. ......................................................27 Recommendation #3: Improve Coordination and Advocacy ............................................27 Recommendation #3 a): Bring northern and southern library staff together more frequently. ......................................................................................................................27 Recommendation #3 b): Coordinate with other Ontario ministries and the federal government for FNPL funding and support. ....................................................................27 Recommendation #3 c): Advocate for and support broadband Internet access for all First Nations in Ontario. ..........................................................................................................27 Recommendation #4: Streamline and simplify reporting processes and expand eligible expenses. .............................................................................................................................28 For further consideration ....................................................................................................29 7 Bibliography .....................................................................................................................30 8 Appendices ......................................................................................................................33 November 28, 2017 Page 5 of 33 C 8 - Library Info 5 5 1 Executive Summary Purpose This report provides the results of a project to assess the needs of Ontario’s First Nation Public Libraries (FNPLs). NVision Insight Group conducted this Needs Assessment between September 2016-February 2017 under the direction of the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport (MTCS). MTCS contracted with NVision Insight Group in order to implement a commitment in the Ontario Culture Strategy (released July 2016) to “work with FNPLs to better understand their unique needs and identify opportunities for responding through improved supports” (Government of Ontario, p. 20). The Culture Strategy commitment followed a 2015 project led by the MTCS Parliamentary Assistant to “assist with continuing to build partnerships and engage Aboriginal communities across the province to support Aboriginal community access to recreation opportunities and libraries,” which recommended the Ministry undertake a Needs Assessment. Report
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