The Annapolis Valley Regional Library is facing a critical budget shortfall in 2026. Inflation has increased 43% since 2009, but the Library’s sustainable funding has only increased 10%.

The Province provided emergency funding this year which has helped us in the short term and for this, we are grateful. Unfortunately, this is not enough to prevent service changes.

What This Could Mean in 2026

• Reduced service hours
• Fewer new books and resources
• Program and service reductions

Our Commitment

We are being transparent with our communities about these changes.

We remain hopeful that the Spring 2026 Provincial budget will provide the sustainable funding needed to maintain library service. With sustainable funding, libraries will remain essential community hubs.

How You Can Help

Contact your local MLA and municipality to share your library story and let them know why the library matters to you.

If you have questions, please talk to staff at your local branch. Updates will be posted here as details become available.