The Main Branch is now open!

 

WELCOME BACK!

Here’s what you need to know.

LIBRARY HOURS

Main Branch

Monday – Thursday:  1 – 6 p.m.
Friday: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday: Closed

C.M. Shields Branch

Currently open for curbside pick-up only.
Hours are subject to change.

SERVICES AVAILABLE

• Holds pick-up
• Browsing and borrowing materials in quick visits
• Limited computer use
• Printing, faxing, scanning, photocopying
• eLibrary Card upgrades
• Reference service
• Returns in book drop

CURBSIDE PICK-UP HOURS

This service will continue. Place items on hold and pick them up when you’re notified that they’re ready.  Curbside Hours:  Mon-Thu 10 a.m. – 6 p.m and  Fri 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

HEALTH & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The well-being of staff and patrons is always our top priority.

What we’re asking you to do:

• Stay home if you are unwell.
• Have a quick visit. (up to 45 minutes)
• Keep 2 metres apart.
• Sanitize hands.
• Wear a mask, as per the PHU directive.
• Follow all directional signs and floor markings.

What we’re doing to keep you safe:

• Continuing to offer curbside pick-up.
• Following new cleaning and disinfecting protocols.
• Washing our hands frequently and wearing PPE to handle material.
• Quarantining returned items for 72 hours.
• Limiting building capacity, as required.
• Wearing a mask or face covering while in public areas of the library, as per the PHU directive.

LIMITED COMPUTER USE

• Sessions limited to 45 minutes per day.
• By appointment only. (reserve by phone, email or in person at the reference desk)
• Workstations disinfected between each use.
• Limited computer assistance.
• Printing available.
• Wi-Fi available (45 minutes inside)

RETURNING ITEMS AND OVERDUE FINES

• Returns will only be accepted in the book drop.
• Returned items will be quarantined for 72 hours before they are checked in on your account.
• No overdue fines will be charged during this time.

SERVICES NOT AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW

• Meeting room and study room bookings
• In-person programs inside the library
• Newspapers
• Public Washrooms
• Toys, puzzles, early literacy stations, board games
• Food or beverages in the library
• Seating/extended use of the library space
• Outreach delivery
• Outdoor reading kits
• Interlibrary Loans
• Donations not accepted at this time
• 3D Printer

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