Reviews of Toronto Public Library - Bloor/Gladstone Branch (Library)

Jessica Wu

Probably my favourite library in the city. Great selection of research material, beautiful design, nice and big. I like the downstairs basement area as well with the fountain (to my memory).

A M

Would recommend sending kids here to study!

Abushnaf Zaied

good

Greg Philip

The TPL Bloor Gladstone location has the many trademarks expected from a public library - many books, magazines, events, online workshops, and more with the advantage of a much larger space. The layout is easy to navigate for meetings or events with 3 floors for your viewing pleasure. Social distancing is respected and masks must be worn upon entering with hand sanitizers available.

Kazimir Krechowicz

An amazing resource. Helpful staff. Friendly atmosphere. Lots of computers.

J. Lacerda

Top!

Susan Morrissey Wyse

My favourite library in the city. So much space and beautiful natural light! For me, it’s a great study location, but it’s also an important space in our community for people to seek a cool refuge during these hot days! I’m so glad they’re finally able to reopen.

Erik Henriksen

One of the best public Library branches in Toronto.

Clement Kent

First built in the early 20th century when high ceilings and big windows were a must, and then extended this century, it's a pleasant place to sit and read, find books/CDs/DVDs, take kids for a story reading. Hooray for public libraries!

Steve Nunez

Great place for computers!

Shari Kasman

I like this library. It's nice to sit by the window and stare at the signs for Orjes Hair Salon and Jerk King. The seats are comfortable. That's why you find sleeping people at this branch. Sometimes the children downstairs are loud. That's when it's a good time to leave the library. Mostly, I like the window and the chairs. When the reno was new, the bathroom was amazing. Now, the bathroom is just a bathroom. Funny how bathroom perception changes over time.

Angel Martin

Clean, bright, lots of seating, friendly staff!

Zil S

Looks good on the outside.

Thomas Blaine

This is an awesome library. They have a great set up which makes the library super usable. It's beautiful inside (and outside) which makes it a pleasure to spend a day studying inside.

Shaun Aston

I love that I can just sit and charge my phone while browsing g+. Decent Wi-Fi.

Melissa Montovani

Gorgeous location with a mix of old and new architecture that is a sight to behold. Generally speaking it's a pleasant space to peruse the stacks for books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, and more, and occasionally, I've been to this location for outside events that are very well organized. Most of the time, the staff is warm and friendly, though I knocked off a point for the occasional weird encounters at the front desk, such as when one staff member asked if it was an alien on the button on my jacket, and when I said, "no, it's a panda," he went on to say how great aliens were. Weird, right? But generally, speaking I've enjoyed my visits here. Sometimes there are homeless people in the library sitting on couches and generally minding their own business, but I have experienced a time when one of them created a huge scene because there was a young child crying on the first floor and then he got upset when the librarians reprimanded him, claiming that people picked up him more than other visitors to the library. His yelling was way more disruptive than the child's crying. Another time, someone was sleeping and loudly snoring, but it was more something to laugh about than cause for concern. ;) Sometimes the wireless internet is out for the entire library, or so slow that it might as well be though.

I W

Excellent place to cool down during the summer heat! As a friendly reminder: Don't read and drive! (see photo)

Alex L

Gear staff.

sayo 1002

(Translated) Disinfectants are installed everywhere, there are guards, and masks are thoroughly worn. The restroom was also relatively clean. The librarian will politely help you if you ask what you don't understand. I think the children's library corner is wider than other public libraries. This time I stopped by to print the documents. There is a copy machine, but if you want to print from USB, make a reservation for using the PC to the librarian (it was possible to use it after 20 minutes), proceed to the print screen on the PC, click print → tell the librarian, copy machine Print with. It was my first time, but the kind librarian taught me carefully and I was grateful. (Original) 消毒液は至る所に設置してあり、警備員もいて、マスク着用も徹底しています。お手洗いも比較的きれいでした。司書は、わからないことは尋ねると丁寧に手伝ってくれます。子供用の図書コーナーが他のpublic libraryより広いように思います。 今回は書類の印刷に寄りました。コピー機はありますが、USBから印刷したい方は司書へPC使用の予約をし（20分後に使用できました）、PCで印刷画面まで進み、印刷（print）をクリック→司書に伝え、コピー機で印刷します。初めてだったのですが、親切な司書が丁寧に教えていただき助かりました。

Treffyn Koreshoff

Love the different levels of natural light. Less up the back, more at the front. Get there early though.. There aren't a lot of decent sized desks!

Owen Smith

Staff were friendly and helpful. Great selection of books. Comfortable atmosphere.

Chris B

Somewhat recently renovated. The service at TPL Gladstone is always fantastic. There isn't always room to sit.

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A great space. Here we had a conversation classes for several months. By #CultureLink Community .Thanks dear Elizabeth, Oliver and Zac

Janny Lee

This library has undergone renovations. Lots of space to study, and to sit. It can get out at times, as the rotunda is echo-ey

Nancy Nguyen

This library is located in a good area within walking distance from the subway, shopping centre, bus routes, restaurants, and other local business. There are plenty of bike racks along the streets and parking nearby. Tim Hortons is just across the street! The library has two floors with everything you need to study effectively! The staff are always available to help and a security guard is constantly walking around to ensure safety. Although I wish there were more seating and study spaces, I enjoy going here to get my work done!

Sriram “sriramvenkataramani1” Venkataramani

Nice,library is closed,I am at the Timmie across the street,just using their free wifi,.

Daan L

Excellent teachers that truly care. They will 100% make you a better driver and pass your driving tests

Maha D

My favorite library! Nice ambiance

Larry Vilos

This is a pretty good library. It is fairly well renovated, clean and has multiple floors. They have a decent collection of book and lots of computers available to use.

A Ko

extremely modern design with the windows. big tables and various seating types (tables, stools, and turn chairs). variety of books and a relatively big and clean bathroom. (can be a tad bit echoey/loud though.)

Minori

(Translated) 【For Japanese】 It is a 3-storey public library. The Wi-Fi and power supply are complete and it's perfect for working. There is a powered table on the second floor, and there are many people working with laptops open right after the opening. Eating and drinking is OK for public libraries in Toronto. As usual, users bring in a lunch box and do reading and PC while eating. Take off at the Tim Hortons across the library and have fun while eating, drinking and eating. It is the best environment for nomad workers, since nobody says anything from opening to closing. It is larger than "Toronto Public Library-Palmerston Branch" located 2 Higashi Gawa Stations, and it has a large work space and is recommended. There is a separate toilet for men and women on the ground floor. As homeless people sometimes stay for a long time, be careful about the management of valuables. Note: In summer, air conditioning is stronger, so it is more comfortable to wear something. (Original) 【For Japanese】 3階建ての公共図書館です。 Wi-fiと電源が完備されていて作業するのにもってこいです。 地上2階に電源付きテーブルが備え付けてあり、開館直後からラップトップを開いて作業している人が多く見られます。 トロントの公共図書館は飲食OKです。 利用者は当たり前のようにランチボックスを持ち込んで食べながら読書やパソコンをしています。 図書館向かいのTim Hortonsでテイクアウトをして、飲み食いしながら楽しく作業できます。 開館〜閉館までいても、誰にも何も言われないため、ノマドワーカーには最高の環境です。 東がわ2駅先にある「Toronto Public Library - Palmerston Branch」よりも規模が大きく、作業スペースも広くておすすめです。 地下一階に男女別のトイレあり。 ホームレスが用足しに長居していることがあるので、貴重品の管理には注意しましょう。 注：夏場はエアコンが強めなので、羽織るものがあると快適です。

Michael Gfroerer

The Gladstone Library is a legendary library in downtown Toronto on Bloor Steet West by Dufferin Street. The original architecture is late-19th Century and recent expansions with rich, dark wood and modern lighting and divisions of space make it an ideal space for studying, browsing and relaxing from the heat .

spencer marsh

Large comfortable atmosphere, central location, helpful staff

Brian Trota

Although I haven't visited Gladstone in a long while I have fond memories of the library. It's location is convenient (beside Dufferin Subway) and close to shops and restaurants etc. Always had an amazing amount of books (especially fiction) and resources and at first I wasn't too enamoured with the renos but they quickly grew on me. Lots of great areas in the library to read. When I visit the city I try to pop in for a look! Great library and if you haven't visited it yet, be sure to check it out.

Danni Naeil

Wonderful exterior and interior. Can't believe this is a common public library!

Geovanny Torres

Good location

Julio Lau

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tsetan dolkar

I love this library. But you have to take care of your belongings because someone stole my bag while reading. Theft is quite common due to no camera inside the reading space. Staffs are really good and supportive.

Alex Anderton

This library is located close to transit (both subway & bus) so it's accessible. Lots of large table space for group work, and bookable rooms is you prefer to work alone. Free computer and wi-fi access (even if you don't have a library card) are positive attributes as well!

Anita Clarke

A godsend to have a beautiful library so close

Dan

Big and clean, always a place to sit for work or study

Good Four

(Translated) Nice, clean, comfortable, two-storey and popular library. The atmosphere is friendly and sociable. I recommend to visit, the service is excellent. We like the library is located next to the metro. Alternatively, you can have a coffee ☕️ or a tea sandwich ????. The friendly library staff will always help and advise you with the right choice of the book you are interested in at the moment. There is a parking lot for cars ????????????, and there is also a special parking for???? ♿ disabled people ♿???? ... Free connection ???? to the Internet WiFi ???? ... ???????????? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Original) Хорошая, чистая, уютная, двух итажная и популярная библиотека. Атмосфера дружелюбная и общительная. Рекомендую посетить, обслуживание на уровне. Нам нравится, библиотека находится рядом с метро. Напротив можно попить кофе ☕️ или бутерброд с чаем ????. Работники библиотеки приветливые всегда помогут и подскажут с правильным выбором интересующей Вас книги в данный момент. Есть паркинг для машин ????????????, а так же есть специальный паркинг для???? ♿инвалидов ♿????... Бесплатное подключение ???? к интернету WiFi ????... ???????????? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Mike Tewolde

Helpful and nice people here

Oliver Sandoval

Great service to the community who enjoy to be bookworm, thanks Toronto.

Stevie McKeeman

Beautiful library. Lots of work space with plenty of outlets for your laptops. Large clean washrooms and pleasant staff make for an enjoyable study spot.

Debbie Lo

The is one of the bigger libraries in west downtown. There are multiple floors of books and computer work stations. Good place to get some work done or read.

Yvonne Battista

Great renovated library. Many different kinds of spaces - private quiet ares, group study, computer lab, lounge chairs, great kids section with interactive wall for young ones and a multipurpose room. The caregiver and tot program was well done. It is also accessible.

xjonathan.l

Mostly quiet. Except when their are kids around.

LOSTnTransit

i lose sense of time when i go there very organaized and well maintained

Chris Leabeter

It's nice to leave my house and study/work in a nice bright, open, and quiet environment. Best of all, it's free! Lots of space with a variety of seating options. Avoid sitting by the windows during the witer, they classic/original glass is NOT a good insulator. I'm not a reader, so I can't comment on their selection of books etc.

Grace Mark

All computer station can be updated & upgraded with faster Software

Dominic Moiz

5 star if you can enclose the kid area, so noisy

Mark Gao

Nice and quiet place to study.

Howard Thompson

3 years later reflecting back. Gladstone library has aggressive security. Like being a tourist, visiting a country in the midst of a war that you could find yourself caught up in; I’d rather visit a county that isn’t in a war, much nicer experience. I never went back - Original review - I now go to a different library. Too many strange folk who want to complain about anything about you. And too many bored security folk ready to grump at you. I now go to a nice reasonably quiet library with no security. We all live at peace there. Not so much at Bloor/Gladstone.

Pia Stein

I didn't had a good experience there, the staff was not very friendly and helpful.

Benjamin Touchet

Very friendly staff

Ryan Howard

Amazing renovation, beautiful architecture and interior. Well designed space with everything you need from a library. One if my favorite Toronto indoor public spaces.

Lorenzo Gonzalez

I love the natural light and cool architecture of the building but lately it’s not enough to keep me coming back. I used to enjoy coming to this spot to work but now often it’s used by homeless people to hang out/ sleep here during the day. I know this review sounds mean but it’s hard concentrate while someone is snoring loudly and farting loudly in their sleep next to you. I wish the city made a better effort at dealing with the current homeless crisis that Toronto has.

Christopher Christopher

Need more bigger libraries. Hard to study when crowded

Coşku Büyük

They are kind and explain everything well. Thank you????

john georgiou

Looks bigger from the outside but overall with renovation it looks great

Andrea Sellinger

The librarians at this location are the worst. They're rude, impatient, and unhelpful. EVERY other library I've been to in TO (and that's a lot) is great but I hate going to this location because I always think I'm imposing on them

Anon Tablet

Accessible and modern with extensive facilities, but has a relative lack of proper study surfaces.

Laurence Maher

Nice spot

Captain Roy

Beautifull

Hélène Kay

Great building, awesome collection, terrific borrowing services and great for printing as well.

Indrajit Saha

Nice and neat. Very helpful staff

Samantha Champagne

A nice atmosphere with a lot of resources and quiet spaces to work or read.

Cédric FS

Great place & helpful staff!

Theresa Ghislaine Aqui

One of the nicest TPL branches, a good place to work.

Roxana Khoshravesh

If you live in Toronto, do not miss being a member and enjoying the variety of books and fun activities TPL offers!

Jamila Noelle

My experience at this library was soo weird I had to write about it. Went in on a Saturday to get a museum pass, was waiting in line abit as someone was ahead so I decided to check out the kids area as I always do at every library,I have a 2 year old son and have taken him to quite a few libraries across the city. As we went to the kids area like any normal child to play but all the parents were in the kids area just conversing so the child couldn't even play there. Ok next area to the table went tgere to play some random kids start to call my child weird. Mom just sat there with a weird smile like o.k., at thus point I wanted to get my pass and go. Went back in line hit my pass to leave so a staff ask if I'm getting through said what I want, then a next guy came to me asking the same thing. At this point I became confuse if I was in a public library for all or a private club that I just crashed. It got really weirder when instead of allowing the person at the desk where I was patiently waiting in line I had three person trying to get one free pass shouting across the floor to me what on my pass or what I couldn't get with my card. Sooo awkward and uncomfortable. Will NEVER bring my child there again and I really don't want to go back either.