Praise for New Library

Fort Frances Public Library Technology Centre is getting high some praise.

Wendy Newman, a senior fellow at the University of Toronto applauds the introduction of audio and video conferencing technology.

She says increased local use can help convince others still reluctant about the technology.

"This is one of the respects in which the north and communities that are farther away can actually be the teachers," says Newman, "be the people who say this works and here's how and join us and let's get this done."

Newman says the technology can save both time and money for businesses and increase training opportunities for staff.