Built by Community.
Built for Tomorrow.
Shape What Comes Next!
There's something special about a place where people come together to learn, create, explore, and connect. At the Blue Mountains Public Library, we're looking ahead to the next ten years and all the possibilities they hold for our libraries, galleries, museum, archives, and the community we call home. With a new Library Board forming in step with a new Council, we're inviting people who care about these spaces and the role they play in our everyday lives to get involved.
Whether you're passionate about arts and culture, lifelong learning, local history, or simply creating places where everyone feels they belong, you can help shape what's next.
Curious about joining the BMPL Board? Keep reading!
The BMPL Board helps guide the Library's direction, ensuring our libraries, galleries, museum, and archives continue to grow, adapt, and serve our community for years to come.
As a Board member, you'll help:
-Look ahead: Contribute to BMPL's long-term vision and strategic direction.
-Keep us accountable: Provide financial oversight, support the CEO, and ensure the organization is well governed.
-Represent our community: Bring different perspectives, experiences, and ideas into Board conversations.
-Measure what matters: Review progress, monitor performance, and help keep BMPL on track.
-Plan for tomorrow: Consider new opportunities, anticipate challenges, and support thoughtful decisions about BMPL's future.
-Make decisions together: Participate in meaningful discussions and work collaboratively with fellow Board members.
Board Service at a Glance
-4-year term
-10 regular board meetings a year
-Preparation between meetings
-Orientation and ongoing learning
-Active participation in governance and strategic decision-making
-Participation in subcommittees as needed
Could This Be You?
We're seeking people who value galleries, libraries, archives, and museums, and can commit the time required. Desired skills/experience include:
-Governance, Board Experience
-Finance and budgeting
-Project management
-Human resources
-Arts, culture, and heritage
-Fundraising and development
-Equity and accessibility
-Local knowledge and community insight
-A willingness to learn and contribute
-A commitment to intellectual freedom
Who Can Apply?
Appointments are governed by the Ontario’s Public Libraries Act. Generally, Board members must:
-Be 18 years of age or older
-Be a Canadian citizen
-Be a resident of the Town of The Blue Mountains
-Not be employed by BMPL or the Town of The Blue Mountains.
Applying is simple.
Your application should include:
1. Letter of interest: Tell us why you want to serve and what you would bring to the Board.
2. Résumé or experience summary: Highlight relevant skills, knowledge, and experience.
The application process:
1. Submit your application no later than Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. to:
Town of The Blue Mountains
Attention: Town Clerk, 32 Mill Street, Thornbury, ON, N0H2P0
townclerk@thebluemountains.ca
2. A Selection Committee reviews applications using the Board’s desired skills and experience.
3. Pending the number of qualified applicants, interviews may be conducted between November 23-26, 2026.
4. The Selection Committee recommends candidates to Council.
5. Council makes the final appointments. Reference checks are completed before appointment.
Questions?
Jennifer Murley, CEO
LibraryCEO@TheBlueMountains.ca
519-599-3681 ext. 148