Our libraries may be closed or limited, but our entire collection is still here for you! You may place holds on materials from any of our libraries and pick them up during our Curbside Pickup Service hours or regular opening hours at any of our three resource libraries. Our staff members are also available to help with your selection if you require assistance or would like recommendations catered to your preferences.
Simply fill out and submit the web form below to request staff assistance. As a reminder, items that you borrow will no longer incur late fees. We are experiencing a high level of demand which may impact the time it takes to prepare items for pickup.
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1. Place holds on items or request staff recommendations
a) Place a hold
Browse our Online Catalogue and place holds on items you want to borrow. Items can be transferred from any library branch to your desired pickup location.
b) Request staff help
If you’re not sure what to borrow, our staff members can help. Simply fill in the Request Form below and let us know the type of item you’re looking for and our staff can provide a recommendation custom tailored to you.
2. Wait for your items to be prepared
When your holds are ready you will receive a notification that will include the curbside service hours for the selected library location. If you requested staff recommendations, you will be contacted by a staff member when your curbside order has been prepared.
3. Visit us for a contact-free pick up
Come on by during the curbside service hours for your pickup location. When you arrive, please have your library number ready and follow the instructions on the exterior signage to approach the table at the front door. When greeted by a staff member, indicate that you are picking up holds that are ready. Your items will be checked out to your account and placed on the table for you to pick up. If there are other people waiting please respect social distancing and maintain a distance of 2 metres (6 feet) from others.
Surprise Me! Bundles
Not sure what to borrow? Let us surprise you! Our staff have hand-picked a selection of material for you to borrow. These bundles will provide a variety of items that you can explore once you have brought them home. Available for all ages at all VPL locations during curbside hours. Pick one up today!
Our libraries have designated dates and times for curbside pickup. Please look up the curbside service hours of your preferred library location below.
I have a hold available at a branch – can I pick it up?
When your holds are ready for pickup you will receive an email notification that will include the curbside service hours for the selected library location. You may visit during those hours to pickup your holds that are ready. Your holds will be checked out for you upon pickup. If you don't receive a notification after 1 week and the item is still shown as being available on the shelf, please submit a Request Form and let us know in the text box provided.
Can I return the materials I’m borrowing or items I already have out?
Yes. We are now accepting returns through the exterior return slots. All returned items will be isolated before going back on the shelves, during which time you may notice the items are still shown as “checked out” on your account. This is normal and the items will be removed eventually. All items borrowed will no longer incur late fees.
