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Karthi Rajamani wins Ontario’s Public Librarian of the Year award
Karthi Rajamani, CEO of Pembroke Public Library, was awarded the 2025 W. J. Robertson Medallion for Public Librarian of the Year, for her outstanding leadership and contributions to library services.
Karthi Rajamani with the Public Librarian of the Year award / Facebook
Karthi Rajamani, the Indian CEO of Pembroke Public Library, was awarded the 2025 W. J. Robertson Medallion for Public Librarian of the Year by the Ontario Library Boards' Association (OLBA) on Jan. 30. The honor was presented during the annual Public Library Awards Gala.
This prestigious award recognizes librarians who have shown exceptional leadership in advancing public library services in Ontario and making significant contributions to the library profession.
Pembroke Public Library celebrated Rajamani's achievement on social media on Feb.12 and wrote, "A heartfelt CONGRATULATIONS to our CEO, Karthi Rajamani, on receiving the prestigious W.J. Robertson Medallion for Librarian of the Year! This incredible honor comes after more than two decades of dedicated service to this library and to her community, and we could not be prouder. Bravo, Karthi!"
Rajamani became the CEO in 2016 and has led the library through a period of growth and transformation. Over her more than 20 years of service, she has expanded the library's outreach, spearheaded innovative initiatives, and worked tirelessly to ensure accessibility to information and resources for all. Her leadership has made a lasting impact on Pembroke and its surrounding communities.
Among Rajamani’s most notable achievements is the Pembroke Multicultural Festival, which has strengthened local partnerships and celebrated the area’s cultural diversity. Her commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment has transformed the library into a hub for learning, collaboration, and personal growth.
The Pembroke Public Library, under Rajamani's guidance, serves as a cultural and community focal point, empowering lifelong learning and enriching education and recreation for everyone in the community.
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