Luke Spooner

Luke (He/Him) was born and raised in Hazelton, initially moving to Prince George to complete his undergraduate degree in biochemistry. After living as a self described ‘tumble weed’ for many years, he continued to find himself being drawn back to Northern BC, and Prince George in particular.
Returning to Prince George in 2016, Luke has never looked back, finding a community where he can finally set out roots. Luke has worked in many different libraries throughout Prince George, but most notably as a Homework Help tutor and reader’s advisor for the Prince George Public Library. Despite being an avid library patron throughout his life, it was during his employment at PGPL that he fully realized the many different services public libraries offer and how many folks depend on them.
Having left PGPL in 2021 to pursue his career as a biology instructor at the College of New Caledonia, Luke’s commitment to PGPL has never waivered. He continues to work as a volunteer with the Home Service delivery program and regularly contributes to programs like ‘Media literacy 101’ and ‘Job Chats’.
Luke sees public libraries as a key part of social infrastructure: a place where folks of all identities and backgrounds are able to come together and share space. During these divisive times, spaces like PGPL are invaluable to fostering understanding and community. As such, Luke is excited to serve as a library board member and further contribute to the important role that PGPL plays in Prince George.