Service Update: July 11, 2021

Welcome Back!

LIBRARY BRANCHES ARE OPEN

We’re happy to be part of the provincial government’s Re-opening Roadmap Step Three.

BRANCH HOURS

Most locations are open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 6:00 and Sundays from 1:00 to 5:00. Visit our Locations and Hours page for individual Branch hours.

BRANCH CAPACITY

Branches are once again operating at full capacity.
 

SAFETY IN BRANCHES

Hand sanitizing stations and plexiglass barriers will remain in place.

Customers and staff are no longer required to wear masks in the library but may continue to do so. Masks will still be made available.

LOST COST REINSTATEMENT

Starting July 28, RPL will begin charging customers for lost items (any materials that have been overdue for more than 30 days). 

If you have $10 or more owing on your account, you won’t be able to borrow more materials until it has been paid or the materials have been returned. Learn more about lost costs here.

CONTACTLESS CURBSIDE SERVICE

Contactless curbside Pickup Service is still available at all branches. Click here for more information on how it works and the services offered through it, including our Check It Out bags! You can also pick up your print jobs and any supplies you need for online programs.

BORROWING AND HOLDS

• All holds will be kept for 10 days.
• Musical instruments can be picked up and returned to loaning branches (Central or Sherwood Village). Please contact our Hotline if you require a holds extension.
• Art Rentals can be picked up and returned at Central Library.

NEW DUNLOP EXHIBITIONS!

If you’re visiting Central Library or Sherwood Village Branch, stop in for a look at Dunlop Art Gallery’s latest exhibitions:

• Daphne Boyer's Otipemisiwak at Central Gallery
• Luther Konadu's Particularly Tentative (coming soon) at Sherwood Gallery.

RPL FILM THEATRE

RPL Film Theatre is open in-person screening. Online screenings and artist talks will continue. For more information, visit our RPL Film Theatre page. 
 

LIVE ONLINE PROGRAMS

Participate in live online programming led by library staff and guest speakers from all over Canada, from the safety of your home. Browse and register on our website. Conducted via Zoom and livestream.

If you don’t have a library card and would like to access online programs, complete our online registration form to receive a temporary barcode by email. 

We hope to be able to offer in-person programs later this year.

MEETING ROOMS

Meeting rooms at Central Library are now available for bookings. Stay tuned for updates on booking availability at other branches.

DIGITAL SERVICES AND COLLECTIONS

Digital collections and services are available 24/7! Visit our Digital Services page to learn more. 

MY EVENTS GUIDE

My Events Guide is a digital service that allows you to customize listings of library programs and events based on YOUR interests! It’s always up to date, and you can subscribe to have it delivered right to your inbox every month.

Learn more here!

PRINTING

3D Printing: Use our 3D Printing Services website to upload your print jobs; you’ll be notified when your piece is ready to pick up.
 

LIBRARY CARDS

If you don’t have a library card and want to register for online programs, place holds on materials, or access digital services, fill out our online registration form to get a temporary barcode by email. 

You can then visit any RPL location to complete your registration and receive a permanent library card.