Library Services

Homebound Access
Internet Access
Word Processing
Printing
Children's CD-ROMs
Photocopiers
Book a Meeting Room
Exhibit Space
Exam Proctoring

Homebound Access

Homebound people often rely on their spouse or caregiver, friends, or neighbours, to bring them materials from the library. VPL makes it easier for anyone who borrows library materials on behalf of a homebound person. The homebound person will be issued a VPL membership card that will be linked to the Homebound services on the Library's computer system. The homebound library user will then have access through their spouse, neighbour, or other nominee to the following services:

• Longer loan periods
• No Fines or overdue items
• Flexibility in day, time, and frequency of visits
• Record of homebound borrower's Reading Preferences
• Printed list of borrowed items
• Rating system to assist those selecting materials
• Qualified Library staff to assist with selection of materials

If you would like to know more about this service, please contact your local branch at 905-653-READ (7323).

Internet Access

All libraries have workstations which provide the public with free access to the Internet. While using the Internet in each of the branches, customers are expected to read and abide by the VPL Internet Policy. Customers can book a computer at the self-service reservation station at Bathurst Clark Resource Library, Dufferin Clark Library, Maple Library, Pierre Berton Resource Library and Woodbridge Library.

Word Processing

VPL provides free access to computers equipped with Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint. The workstations are provided for the public on a self-serve basis. Library staff may provide limited assistance, if time permits, but are not able to provide training on the use of PCs or the software. Customers can book a computer at the self-service reservation station at Bathurst Clark Resource Library, Dufferin Clark Library, Maple Library, Pierre Berton Resource Library and Woodbridge Library.

In order to save their work, customers are encouraged to bring a CD or USB drive, or purchase one from the library (see Service Charges). Files cannot be saved to the computers' hard drives.

Vaughan Public Libraries assumes no responsibility for computer viruses that may have been introduced to the workstations.

Printing

Printing is available at a cost of $0.15 per page. Colour printing is available at Bathurst Clark Resource Library and Pierre Berton Resource Library at a cost of $0.50 per page.

Children's CD-ROMs

All VPL branches provide educational CD-ROM games and software for children to use in-library. Children may only use one CD-ROM at a time.

Photocopiers

Black and white photocopiers are available in each of our local branches.

Colour photocopiers are available at the Bathurst Clark Resource Library and Pierre Berton Resource Library.

Book a Meeting Room

Many branches have meeting rooms available for use.

• Applicable Charges
• Application for use of meeting room
• Meeting room capacities
• Application for CSO status
• Operational Policy

Exhibit Space

VPL believes in providing access to cultural opportunities in the community by making exhibit space available to artists and community groups. Interested groups are encouraged to submit a completed Application for Exhibit Space form to their preferred library location.

Applicants may be asked to submit samples of their work before approval. Exhibit space will be allocated based on availability and identification of suitable display space at the discretion of VPL.

Exam Proctoring

Proctoring service is available at select locations at Vaughan Public Libraries. VPL charges $25.00 per exam, effective April 6, 2010 for this service. Please see guidelines for more details or contact your local branch at 905-653-READ (7323).