Interlibrary Loan

If we do not own a particular book, journal or microfilm, you may borrow it from another library. Ask Information Desk staff for help to submit your request.

Please Note

• Audio-visual materials such as videos, CDs and recorded books cannot be requested.
• Current year materials cannot be borrowed.
• Waiting time varies from 1 to 4 weeks depending on the availability of the material at the lending library. Microfilm material generally takes longer.
• Interlibrary loan is a free service, although postal charges may apply. Some special libraries and many universities charge a lending fee. We will not borrow a book for you from these libraries without your authorization.
• Do not return items through the book chute. Interlibrary loans must be returned to the place where you submitted the request, either at the Main Library Information Desk or the McCormick Branch.
• We limit this valuable service to 4 requests at a time.
• Check the Library Catalogue (WEBCAT) first. We may already have the book you need. Then ask our staff at the Information Desk (Adult Department) for assistance. We may be able to find something else that will answer your need.
• Need help in locating materials in other libraries? Check INFO (Ontario Public Library holdings) and Collections at Other Libraries.

Tips for Searching INFO

Here's how to begin your search using INFO (Ontario Public Library holdings):

• Select target to search. We recommend the INFO Union Catalog - this will search the majority of public libraries in Ontario
• Click on 'Search'.
• There are two types of searches you may perform:
        1) Simple search = title keyword
        2) Advanced search = author/title/subject
• Please ask our Information Desk staff if you have any questions