Kind Reads closing soon
The Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association has made the difficult decision to close down our online bookstore. The announcement follows extensive internal deliberations and analysis of the online store’s financial and operational viability.
Notice to our customers:
- The last date to place an order online is December 31st, 2024.
- Kind Reads gift cards will be honoured after the closure until June 30th, 2025 at 100 Tallwood Drive for purchases at a monthly Mammoth sale or browsing appointment. To book a browsing appointment, call (613) 580-2424, extension 27875. A small browsing fee applies.
- All other areas of operation of FOPLA remain open and continue as usual. This includes our stores, self-serve shelves, Distribution Centre and monthly Mammoth sales.
We are deeply grateful for customer and volunteer support of Kind Reads over the years. Although we are shutting the doors to our online store, we are excited to continue raising funds in support of the Ottawa Public Library through our used bookstores and sales across Ottawa.
Kind Reads by FOPLA
Kind Reads is owned and operated by the Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association (FOPLA), a registered Canadian charity that supports and promotes the Ottawa Public Library.
We sell used books, including some former library books, all in great condition. Buy online and ship to your home (free for orders over $75) or pick up for free at your choice of location: 100 Tallwood Dr in Nepean, the Bookends used bookstore at OPL Beaverbrook, or The Bookworm used bookstore at OPL Cumberland. Refer to Shipping & FAQ for more information.
