OPL launching lending program for musical instruments

Posted Nov 7, 2017 04:52:08 AM.

Last Updated Nov 7, 2017 06:22:58 AM.

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OTTAWA – A lending program for musical instruments is being launched in the city.

Juno Award-winning singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan will be on hand as the Ottawa Public Library and Sun Life Financial launch the program at Ottawa’s main library branch on Metcalfe Street at 1 p.m. on Tuesday.

The program is the first of its kind in Ottawa and the sixth such program launched in a Canadian public library.

According to a release from the library, the idea is simple — put more musical instruments into people’s hands.

Mayor Jim Watson will also be on hand for the announcement.

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