By Gazette Staff
September 3rd, 2025
BURLINGTON, ON
In their 2024 Customer Satisfaction Survey, Burlington Public Library staff learned that one of the most common requests related to Library space was a need for quiet study or work areas.
The request got turned into something real: an online system to book free meeting spaces at BPL.
Opens on the 15th of September
Starting September 15, the existing workspaces will switch from first-come, first-served availability to online booking, allowing you to reserve your spot in advance. And we’re adding three brand-new spaces at our relocated New Appleby Branch!
The work spaces include:
Central Branch
- Two quiet pods ideal for virtual meetings
- One meeting room for individual or group work
New Appleby Branch – Relocated branch opens September 15
- Three meeting spaces equipped with a whiteboard and screen, ideal for group meetings and collaboration
Tansley Woods Branch
- Two small glass-walled spaces with a whiteboard, ideal for quiet study and working
Workspaces will be available to book up to seven days in advance. Due to the high demand for these spaces and to ensure equitable access for all library users, bookings are limited to four hours per week. If you require more time, please consider our room rental service, with rooms available at all branches for a small fee.
New Workspaces at New Appleby
The relocated New Appleby Branch in the Robert Bateman Community Centre (5151 New Street) will open on September 15—and we’re thrilled to welcome you to our new branch! Check out the photos below for a sneak peek at the new meeting rooms that will be free to book starting September 15.
Meeting Room A, near the entrance of New Appleby Branch.
A view of Meeting Room B, which will seat up to eight people.
How to Book Free Space
The new booking system will make it easier and more convenient to access free workspaces for individual quiet study, virtual meetings, phone calls and group collaboration.
To learn more, check out our web page on free workspaces.
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