Mapleridge will be closed temporarily due to the current Covid-19 pandemic.  We will re-open at the earliest date possible, following consultation with recognized Health Authorities.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2020

NORTH BAY  -   The current situation regarding COVID - 19 has required everyone to adjust their everyday lives. The health and safety of our patrons and staff, at this time, is our single most important focus.

For that reason, and after considerable consideration, the board of the North Bay Public Library has decided to close, at least for the immediate future.  This follows the recommendation of Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health.  

The province is also advising against gatherings of 50 people or more at this time.

“The decision to close was not taken lightly,” said Ravil Veli, Library CEO. “We came to this decision after considering the best public health advice available.”

Libraries, and other public institutions across the province, have been affected by closures and the North Bay Public Library joins a long list of libraries taking this step.  

Veli said, “We will be examining options regarding service delivery, and have reached out to our counterparts across the province to see what others are doing.”

The North Bay Public Library website and social media properties will continue to provide information, regarding library status.

“The situation is evolving, sometimes on an hourly basis, so we are doing our best to keep our patrons and staff healthy and safe,” said Veli.

Please be advised that due to the COVID – 19 pandemic, and following the advice of the CK Medical Officer of Health, programs at all Arts & Culture facilities are being cancelled indefinitely. Refunds will be issued where applicable. During this time all Arts & Culture facilities will remain open, with limited access to interactive exhibitions. This includes Ridge House Museum, CK Museum, Capitol Theatre, Kiwanis Theatre, ARTspace, and the Thames Art Gallery.

Ticketholders to events at the Capitol and Kiwanis Theatres will be updated on an ongoing basis. Should a theatre event be cancelled or postponed, ticketholders will be contacted regarding refunds, rescheduled dates, etc. Events by external renters may not necessarily be cancelled; renters will be contacted individually.

Please check our social media for updates, and take appropriate measures to stay healthy. Thank you very much for your understanding and patience.

For more information, please visit CK Public Health at

Life After Stroke Peterborough  (a peer support group) meetings are cancelled until further notice due to the Covid19 virus