Micheline Julie Ringrose

Award-winning Librarian and Information Management Professional with 25+ years of experience in public library operations, collection development and management, acquisitions, resource selection, purchasing, cataloguing support, collection assessment, and strategic planning. Extensive expertise in budget administration, financial management, reference and information services, community engagement, public programming, staff supervision, team leadership, and employee training and development. Experienced in managing print and digital collections, including OverDrive and Hoopla e-books and e-audiobooks, while aligning library resources and services with organizational priorities and community needs.

Recognized for collaborative leadership, inclusive public service, and connecting individuals and communities with relevant information, resources, and learning opportunities.

Collections Librarian at Sault Ste. Marie Public Library (2014-10 – 2026-10)

Worked closely with Acquisitions and Cataloguing, the Children's Services and the Adult Services Teams.

• Analyzed collection usage data to support purchasing, space allocation, and resource decisions.
• Wrote the Library Development Plan for accreditation
• Created new collections based on community needs (e.g. EZ Reads, Junior Literacy Collection, Wonderbooks)
• Served on the Diversity Audit team
• Gathered statistics for monthly and year-end reports and ran collections and weeding reports
• Selected materials reflecting our community's diversity (e.g. LGBTQ+ books to support the Drag Storytime)

Adult Services Librarian at Sault Ste. Marie Public Library (2005-08 – 2014-09)

• Delivered reference and information services.
• Provided research assistance and reference services to diverse patrons.
• Coordinated community programs, partnerships, and outreach initiatives.
• Trained Circulation Services Team and Friends of the Library volunteers to identify damaged items.
• Developed and facilitated educational programs, special events, and service improvement initiatives.
• Assisted patrons with technology, databases, readers’ advisory and research tools.
• Maintained strong community partnerships and stakeholder relationships.
• Supervised and managed a team of 15 employees, providing leadership, staff development, training, and operational oversight.
• Delivered library systems, technology and collection resource training to Adult Services Teams.

North-Eastern Regional Councilor at Ontario Library Association (2013 – 2014)

Assistant Branch Manager & Teen Services Librarian at Allen County Public Library (2003 – 2003)

Adult Services Librarian at New Lenox Public Library District (2001 – 2003)

Reference Librarian at Moorhead Public Library (1998 – 2000)

Program Facilitator, Creative Adventures at Northern Community Centre (2025 – Present)

• Plan and facilitate biweekly children's programs focused on creativity, learning, and social development.
• Create engaging activities that encourage participation, imagination, and skill development.
• Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for children and families.
• Collaborate with community partners to promote program participation and engagement.

Facilitator, Mystery Book Club at Northern Community Centre (2026-01 – Present)

• Lead monthly adult book club discussions focused on mystery and suspense literature.
• Facilitate engaging conversations that encourage critical thinking and community connection.
• Coordinate book selections, discussion materials, and participant communications.
• Promote lifelong learning, literacy, and social engagement among participants

Volunteer at Kiwanis Club of Sault Ste. Marie (2021 – Present)

Volunteer Youth Mentor at Big Brothers Big Sisters (2020 – Present)

Volunteer Youth Leader at 4-H Ontario (2017 – Present)

Volunteer Youth Leader & Adult Trainer at Girl Guides of Canada (1995 – Present)

Master of Library and Information Studies (M.L.I.S.) – Dalhousie University (1996 – 1998)

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – Nipissing University (1996 – 1998)

College Certificate, Children’s Mental Health Certificate – Sault College (2027)

College Certificate, Human Resources Management – Canadore College (2013 – 2019)

College Certificate, Applied Management – Canadore College (2004 – 2013)

Post-Graduate College Certificate, Computer Networking Operations – Niagara College (2004 – 2005)