Kevin Cormier's controversial appointment as the executive director of the provincial public library service ended Monday with his resignation. Holder said somebody from within the library system "with the appropriate qualifications" will fill the position on an acting basis. "That has been the goal all along, to modernize our library system and to make sure that we have an accessible, dynamic library system in New Brunswick." "New Brunswick Public Library Service is an important branch of government overseeing and managing the strategic development and day-to-day operation of the network of 64 public libraries in the province, including its virtual services. He will "continue to use and support" the library service, he added.

Source: CBC News July 06, 2020 20:08 UTC