The redevelopment of the site of the Nellie McClung library into an 18-storey building means saying goodbye to the popular public space in Saanich.
The Greater Victoria Public Library invites the community to reflect on the past and celebrate the future as it prepares for a temporary closure of the branch at 3950 Cedar Hill Rd. as part of the districtB次元官网网址檚 Library and Affordable Housing Project.
B次元官网网址淲e have fond memories of our many visits when my kids were little B次元官网网址� flipping through picture books, playing with puppets, and building a foundation for lifelong enjoyment of reading, exploration, and learning. The Nellie McClung branch has been an invaluable part of our community for nearly five decades, and will continue to be for years to come,B次元官网网址� Saanich Mayor Dean Murdock said in a news release.
The last day of service is Dec. 14 with a smaller temporary location to open in mid-February at 3561 Shelbourne St.
The plan is for a new library on the bottom floors of a building that will be up to 18 storeys and have up to 210 units of affordable rental housing. The new library is planned to be between 25,000 and 30,000 square feet B次元官网网址� roughly double the size of the current facility.
That project is expected to be complete in 2028.
B次元官网网址淭he Nellie McClung branch has been a cornerstone of our library system and a vital resource for families, students, and lifelong learners for nearly 50 years. We deeply appreciate the communityB次元官网网址檚 enthusiasm as we embark on this journey. We look forward to providing continued service at the Nellie McClung express branch,B次元官网网址� said board chair Andrew Appleton.
Once open, the Nellie McClung express branch will offer browsing collections for adults and children, holds pick-up, returns, and express computer access. Patrons are encouraged to explore GVPLB次元官网网址檚 extensive digital collections and online resources, available 24/7 at gvpl.ca, throughout the closure.
The celebration is Friday (Dec. 6) from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Nellie McClung branch.
