Edmonton's public libraries reopened Tuesday, almost five months after the pandemic forced the facilities to close and leave stacks of books gathering dust. "We're so eager to welcome people back to our spaces and delighted to support them in any way we can," said Pilar Martinez, CEO of the Edmonton Public Library. As libraries continue to expand their services, the number of employees will eventually return to normal, she said. The Edmonton Public Library, however, did not reopen its facilities to the public right away but adopted a phased approach, starting with online orders and physically distanced pick-up services. As the EPL turns the page on the pandemic, some positives have come from the temporary closure of their brick-and-mortar facilities, Martinez said.

Source: CBC News August 04, 2020 21:56 UTC