Harris Learning Library
Nipissing University's Harris Learning Library, shared with Canadore College, opened its doors officially on June 25, 2011. Although based at the North Bay Campus, the Harris Learning Library services are provided to students at campuses located in Bracebridge and Brantford, or studying on their own. The library is named in honour of former Ontario premier and North Bay Teachers' College alumnus Mike Harris.
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