The Fort St. John Public Library is set to receive a significant technological upgrade, thanks to the city's recent decision to donate surplus Windows 11 computers. During the May 26th council meeting, the City of Fort St. John approved the donation of laptops and docking stations to the library, with plans to provide desktop computers as they become available.
This initiative underscores the city's commitment to supporting local non-profit organizations and enhancing community resources. Councillor Jim Lequiere highlighted the importance of such support, noting that the city has previously donated computers to the library and recognizes the value of assisting non-profits in the community.
The Fort St. John Public Library, located at 10015 - 100 Avenue within the North Peace Cultural Centre, serves as a cornerstone of the community, offering a variety of programs and services for all ages. These include lending books, periodicals, DVDs, audiobooks, digital magazines, and e-audiobooks. The library also provides free public access to computer workstations connected to the internet, as well as free public Wi-Fi. (fortstjohn.ca)
In addition to this recent donation, the city has demonstrated ongoing support for the library. In March 2025, the City of Fort St. John approved three years of funding for the library, allocating $450,000 annually from 2025 to 2027. This funding supports library operations such as wages, collection purchasing, rent, programming, and service contracts. (energeticcity.ca)
The donation of updated computer equipment is expected to significantly enhance the library's day-to-day operations and services, ensuring that patrons have access to modern technology and resources. This move reflects the city's dedication to fostering a well-equipped and accessible public library for the residents of Fort St. John.
Source: Energeticcity City of Fort St. John donates computers to public library – Energeticcity.ca