Wychwood branch, TPL

Nearest intersection to TPL's Wychwood branch: Bathurst Street and St. Clair Ave. West.
Note: You can find updated info about this branch at TPL’s Wychwood Branch page, including accessibility features.

Just a few features of interest to those looking for a good place to write: laptop bars, reading terrace on 2nd floor (open when weather allows), lots of tables and chairs.

Date visited: Aug. 29, 2025, just before meeting up with my friend Elfine; Elfine was the one who encouraged me to check out this branch. Above: I enjoyed meeting Kinda at the front desk, who is cheering me on re: my Library Project.

Wow, Elfine was right. Gorgeous interior! This branch finished a major renovation in 2022. According to the History archives (see the Wychwood branch page), the library was originally established in 1898 (!!!) as was known as Bracondale Public Library. You can browse photos of the Wychwood Branch in TPL’s digital archives.

You can read more about the major renovation in this Azure magazine article, “A Revamped Toronto Library Pays Homage To History.” According to the article, Shoalts and Zaback Architects wanted to ensure that the renovation preserved the integrity and history of the original design. I love that they felt that building a library represents the world we would like to have, a place where everyone is welcome.

I worked on my middle grade novel on the top floor:

For more information, read my About page or check My Library Project on my website.