The Town of Athabasca Library Board
The Town of Athabasca Library Board (Business Registration Number: 121403323RR0001) operates the Alice B. Donahue Library and Archives in Athabasca, Alberta. Established to preserve regional history and provide equitable library services, the organization supports the Town of Athabasca, Athabasca County, and surrounding communities.

Overview

As a nonprofit entity, the board manages library operations, including physical and digital resource lending, interlibrary loans, and community programming. The affiliated Athabasca Archives, located adjacent to the library, preserves historical materials such as photographs, audio recordings, and textual documents related to the region[1].

Services

The library circulates over 35,000 items annually, including books, DVDs, and electronic resources, serving approximately 14,100 annual visitors. As of December 2024, it reported 1,202 registered cardholders, with patrons from Athabasca County, the Town of Athabasca, and nearby summer villages[5]. Key services include:

• Resource lending: Physical and digital materials accessible to members[4].
• Community programs: Activities for all ages, such as arts, crafts, and educational workshops[3][5].
• Archival access: Digitized collections available via the Archives Network of Alberta, including 1,600 photographs and 58 hours of audio recordings[1].

Governance

The board collaborates with local governments to secure funding and coordinate outreach. Recent updates emphasize expanding digital services and addressing misconceptions about operational responsibilities[5].

Note: Business registration data is provided as per requirements; operational details reflect publicly reported information.