‘It’s an essential service’: No cuts to libraries in 2019 Alberta budget

EDMONTON -- While many services saw cuts under the recently released provincial budged, library funding in Alberta will stay the same. The government will invest $37 million in public libraries this year. “Our libraries are vital community and learning hubs that support local programs while bringing families and neighbours together. Libraries are essential to our strong quality of life in Alberta and I am proud to support them,” said Municipal Affairs Minister Kaycee Madu in a writte