Teeple Architects Selected for Halifax North Memorial Public Library Renovation

We are proud to announce that Teeple Architects, in collaboration with Lydon Lynch Architects and Marco Group Limited, has been selected as part of the Design-Build Team for the Halifax North Memorial Public Library renovation. This project marks a significant milestone for Halifax’s historic North End community.

“This is a significant milestone in this project,” said Åsa Kachan, Chief Librarian and CEO, Halifax Public Libraries. “The selected team demonstrates a deep understanding of Halifax North Memorial Public Library’s history and a design philosophy rooted in co-creation with the community. Their proposal featured innovative approaches to address the complexities of renovating a mid-century building, a commitment to accessibility and climate resiliency and strong technical experience renovating public libraries.”

Halifax North Memorial Public Library opened to the community in 1966. During its history, North Branch, as it’s commonly referred to, has been the home for many social justice movements, including the first meeting of the Black History Association in 1987, the first Black History Month Youth Quiz in 1991, and the challenging community conversations regarding the unfair street check policing practices in 2019.

The Halifax North Memorial Public Library Renovation is a transformative civic project with an ambitious scope including deep energy upgrades, cultural preservation, improving accessibility standards and climate resiliency, and updating modern library infrastructure. The Library renewal project will reflect the voices and values of its neighbours.

“This project is not about reimagining the branch but about strengthening the place that has already shaped so many lives in the North End,” said Wes Wilson, Principal at Teeple Architects. “It isn’t about grand gestures but about giving the community a space that is resilient, accessible, and open enough to continue the legacy of care, empathy, and connection.”

Public engagement and community conversations have already started; members of the community can visit HalifaxPublicLibraries.ca/YourNorthBranch to share ideas and learn more.

For media inquiries, interviews, or questions, please contact:
Laurel Taylor
Manager, Integrated Communications & Fund Development
E. taylorl@halifaxlibrary.ca
M. 902.490.5869