Community Needs Assessment
About the Project
Welland Public Library (WPL) is undertaking a Community Needs Assessment (CNA) to ensure our library branches and service points can support growth, access, and safety over the next 15 years. This CNA builds on WPL’s new Strategic Plan (2026 – 2030) to provide directions regarding existing and future library spaces.
Project Timeline:
We want to hear from you!
The CNA is just beginning, and your input will help shape the future of WPL. Whether you are a regular or occasional library user, or have never used WPL before, we want to hear your perspective. Your feedback will help us understand the current strengths of WPL’s facilities and what areas could be improved.
1. Attend an In-Branch Open House
Come speak to us at a drop-in open house at the following locations:
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Seaway Mall Branch (June 18, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, 800 Niagara St.)
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Diamond Trail Branch (June 18, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, 315 Southworth St.)
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Main Branch (July 7, 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm, 50 The Boardwalk)
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You are encouraged to drop-in anytime during the specified hours to chat with us about the project and share your ideas. Content will be the same for each event.
2. Complete a Community Feedback Form
The Community Feedback Form will be available until July 13th, 2026.
3. Submit a Written Comment
Send your written comments to WPL by emailing cna@wellandlibrary.ca.
More opportunities for public feedback will be available near the end of the project as we present the draft CNA. Stay tuned for updates!