School Libraries Sector
Becoming an OLA member gives you access to the news and activities within the School Library Sector.
- A strong professional network: Connect with other library staff working in school libraries
- Access OLA’s Communities of Practice Indicate your interest in the communities that matter most to you (you can select more than one!)
- Resources that matter: Learn from professional development tools like School Libraries Connect and events to better support school library staff.
- Exclusive updates: Receive School Sector emails including three issues a year of The Teaching Librarian magazine.
OSLA Council
The school libraries sector is guided by OSLA council which provides a common voice for school library professionals needs and interests through advocacy, leadership and continuing education.
Richard Reid
2026 President
Durham District School Board
Kate Johnson MacGregor
Vice President 2025
Grand Erie District School Board
Wendy Burch Jones
2025 Past President
Toronto District School Board
Mandy Bossuyt
Councillor
London District Catholic School Board
Aggie Gasior
Councillor
York Region District School Board
Amanda Jackson
Councillor
Sue Matthews
Councillor Ottawa-Carleton District School Board
Jennifer Aston
Councillor
Thames Valley District School Board
Lisa Lewis
Councillor
Toronto District School Board
Ruth Gretsinger
Councillor
Jessica Feick
Councillor
Near North District School Board
Danny Neville
Teaching Librarian Editor
Awards
Events & Publications
School Libraries Connect
School Libraries Connect sessions are virtual events for school library professionals to network, share, ask questions, and celebrate the incredible impact school libraries have on our communities.
The Teaching Librarian
The official magazine of the Ontario School Library Association (OSLA), that promotes library programs and curriculum development that furthers exemplary educational objectives.
