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Volunteers

Teen Reviewers Program

Calling all West Nipissing teens!

Starting September 30th, 2024, teens will have a new way to earn volunteer hours with the library – by writing reviews! This is a fun way of sharing your love of reading and writing with other patrons. Any book or audiobook available in the library’s physical collection can be reviewed.

How it works:

  • Apply for the WNPL Teen Reviewers Program by filling out the form below.

  • Borrow, read/listen and review an available book or audiobook at any branch of the West Nipissing Public Library.

  • Submit your review by filling out the form provided after the program application process.

  • Once reviewed and approved by library staff, the book or audiobook review will be shared on the online catalogue, library website and/or social media pages, sharing only first names.

Eligibility:

  • Be between the ages of 14 – 18.

  • Reside and/or attend school in West Nipissing.

  • Possess a valid library card.

  • Have an interest in reading/listening to items from the library collection.

  • Demonstrate strong writing skills.

Guidelines:

  • Two (2) volunteer hours will be awarded for each approved review.

  • Material borrowed and reviewed must be available at the West Nipissing public Library and be from our teen or adult collections.

  • Submitted reviews must be between 250-500 words and include a rating out of 5 stars.  

  • Reviewers must use inclusive and respectful language and be free from spoilers.

  • Reviews must be original and honest.

  • Three (3) reviews can be submitted per quarter, up to a maximum of 10 reviews total:

  • - January - March (3 Reviews)

  • - April – June (3 Reviews)

  • - July – September (3 Reviews)

  • - October – December (3 Reviews)

Benefits:

  • Earn volunteer hours towards your Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD):

  • - Earn two (2) volunteer hours per review, to a maximum of 20 hours total.

  • Discover books and audiobooks from the library’s collection.

  • Amplify your voice in the library.

  • Improve your writing and critical thinking skills.

How to apply:

  • Fill out the "Online Application Form" below. 

  • Please make sure you meet all the requirements listed above. 

Questions? Please contact:

Émélie Bisaillon

CEO

West Nipissing Public Library

ebisaillon@wnpl.ca 

705-753-2620

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