Expanding Access: The Institutional Library Project
Recognizing that not all inmates can participate in book clubs, we aim to rectify this situation through our Library Project, which aims to add a total of 500,000 new, relevant, and representative books to prison libraries across Canada by 2027.
Turning the Page on Underfunded Libraries
Our Library Project replaces outdated and damaged collections with high-quality, relevant books that serve as a lifeline for education and personal growth. Your support ensures that every incarcerated individual has access to the literature they need to imagine a different future.
Support Our Library ProjectIn pursuing education, rehabilitation, and the successful reintegration of incarcerated individuals, prison libraries are indispensable sanctuaries of transformation. They serve as beacons of learning, avenues for personal growth, cultural connections, and sources of joy. More critically, these libraries cultivate critical thinking, empathy, and practical communication skills—paramount for a seamless transition back into society.
However, the state of prison libraries in Canada reveals a distressing reality. Underfunded and understaffed, these libraries often house outdated, damaged, or unsuitable books that fail to cater to the diverse needs and preferences of the inmate population. We strive to ensure that every incarcerated individual can access the best and most relevant books.
