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Nobleford joining Chinook Arch Regional Library System

Dec 16, 2021 | 11:48 AM

NOBLEFORD, AB – Residents in Nobleford will now enjoy full access to library services.

The town’s council has passed a resolution to join the Chinook Arch Regional Library System during its December 6 meeting.

There are over 900,000 items that library cardholders can borrow, including books, movies, music, video games and more. Additionally, there is an extensive online collection available. That includes eBooks, audiobooks, online magazines and newspapers, as well as access to learning apps like Gale Courses (online courses) and Solaro (homework help for grades three to 12).

Nobleford mayor Bill Oudshoom said, “literacy is one of the fundamentals of successful communities and equal and enhanced access to different forms of reading and information in all formats is a positive thing.”

“Being part of Chinook Arch gives our citizens the opportunity to conveniently access educational and recreational resources available online and across Southern Alberta.”

Robin Hepher, Chinook Arch CEO added that, “Chinook Arch exists so that all southwestern Albertans can access public library services through the incredible public libraries in the region.”

“This decision by the Town of Nobleford council means that Nobleford residents can now enjoy the life-changing benefit of full access to library materials for enjoyment and life-long learning.”

Nobleford residents can sign up for a library card at any Chinook Arch member library. A list of locations is available here. Sign-up can also be done online here.

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