For New CEOs

Ontario Library Service consultants connect with newly-appointed public library CEOs to discuss OLS services. We are available to answer a wide range of questions related to public library service in Ontario.

The following resources support the CEO on-boarding process and continuous learning:

1

Public Library CEO Competencies Profile

A helpful tool for understanding the scope of the role and the nature of the CEO’s responsibilities.
2

New CEO Tool Kit

A comprehensive resource, especially helpful in priority-setting in the first few months on the job.
3

Professional Resources

A variety of resources offering important information about emerging topics and issues, eg. COVID-19 Resources.
4

Sample Policies

An extensive list of sample policies that are updated regularly to assist in policy development.
5

Networking Meetings

To enable connecting and collaborating with other public libraries in Ontario.
6

Governance HUB

A centralized gateway for board members, the Governance HUB is also an excellent source of governance information for CEOs.