Embrun Branch Renovation Project

Embrun Co-op Breaks Ground on Future Embrun Library

Embrun Co-op is proud to mark the groundbreaking of its future multi-use building located at 3 Lapalme Street in Embrun. This landmark investment, which will be home to the Embrun branch of the Township of Russell Public Library, will serve as a community destination for residents, organizations, and businesses for years to come.

With construction set to begin in early August 2026, the project is moving from planning to reality. Designed to be modern, accessible, and versatile, the multi-use building will bring together cultural, commercial, and professional spaces under one roof, contributing to the growth and vibrancy of the community.

In addition to housing the Township of Russell Public Library, the building will feature a 3,000-square-foot commercial unit on the ground floor, creating a unique opportunity for a business to establish itself in a prime location at the heart of Embrun. The second floor will offer 8,000 square feet of flexible office space that can be tailored to the needs of future tenants. Accessible via an open staircase and elevator within a striking floor ­to-ceiling glass atrium, the upper level has been designed with adaptability in mind. Separate entrances for the library, commercial space, and offices will allow the building to accommodate a variety of users while ensuring each space operates efficiently and independently.

This project reflects Embrun Co-op’s mission to innovate and provide meaningful benefits to the community
it serves. In partnership with the Township of Russell, Embrun Co-op is helping bring to life a development that will support a growing population while creating new opportunities for businesses, professionals, and organizations. By combining public, commercial, and professional spaces within a single development, the project will help foster long-term economic and community growth while providing services that residents can access close to home.

”This groundbreaking marks an important milestone for our community and demonstrates what can be achieved when partners work together toward a shared vision. Through the collaboration of Embrun Co-op, the Township of Russell, and the Township of Russell Public Library, this project is moving forward after years of planning, discussion, and collective effort. This achievement reflects our shared commitment to the community and our common goal of creating a lasting legacy that residents will benefits from for generations to come”, said jointly by Michael Bois, Chair of the Board of Directors of Embrun Co-op, Mike Tarnowski, Mayor of the Township of Russell; and Laurie Clement, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Township of Russell Public Library.

As construction prepares to get underway, this achievement highlights the power of collaboration and a shared commitment to community development. Embrun Co-op is proud to play a role in a project that will enhance community life and help meet the evolving needs of a growing population.

Grant for the New Embrun Branch

We are proud to announce that the library’s project, “Enchanted Forest for Children”, has been selected as a recipient of the Desjardins Ontario Credit Union’s Community Development Fund.

The project will create a dedicated space for young children in the new library under construction in Embrun. The space will feature a life-sized decorative tree with felt branches and leaves as well as a sensory wall to support learning through play.