Library Board

About the Board

The board is presently made up of eight citizens, appointed by Mayor and Council, including one Council representative.  The Chief Librarian serves as Secretary.  The Prince Rupert Public Library Board is a corporate body responsible for the operation of the library.  It operates under the authority of the British Columbia Provincial Statue, Library Act.

Board Members

• Brendan Turner, Board Chair, NWLF Representative
• Ronald Braun, Vice-Chair
• Nick Adey, City Council
• Kate Lyon
• Richard Butler
• Nina Purewal
• Gabriela De Lucca
• Dave Smith

There is currently 1 volunteer board position posting for the Board of Library Prince Rupert.

If you are interested in helping shape the future of Prince Rupert's community services, please submit a letter of interest by Monday, January 5th, 2026, at 4:30 pm.

Please include a written description of your skills and experiences that are relevant to the position you are applying for. You may also use the Library Board Member Application form for your convenience.

The City appoints to our committees on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

For more information on the committee, their work, duties, meeting times and other responsibilities, please contact:

Rosamaria (Rosa) Miller, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
2nd Floor, City Hall
424 - 3rd Avenue West
Ph: 250-627-0963
Email: rosamaria.miller@princerupert.ca

Or

Mercedes Taylor, Library Director
Prince Rupert Public Library
Ph: 250-627-1346
Email: info@princerupertlibrary.ca

For more information about the Library and the Board, visit the City of Prince Rupert Library page.

Please Note: To be eligible as a Library Board Member you must reside within the City of Prince Rupert municipal boundaries.