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Kanopy suite launches

Published: June 20, 2022

Categories: Library news | Digital resources

Kanopy, an on-demand streaming service, has an extensive library of more than 20,000 classic films, documentaries, children's programming and lots more. The collection is available for residents of the City of North Vancouver who have a City Library card. If you reside outside of the city, please check with your local library for availability. 

Using Kanopy

If you need help accessing or using Kanopy, check out our Niche tutorial, or stop by a library information desk for assistance.

Borrowing limits

Item Loan period Limit
Standard videos 72 hours after clicking play 5 per month
Classic films  48 hours after clicking play
Great Courses 30 days after clicking play 2 per month
Kanopy Kids Unlimited Unlimited

Access limits

  • Five (5) standard videos, including TV show seasons, per month
  • Two (2) Great Courses per month
  • Unlimited streaming of Kanopy Kids

Returns & renewals

Returns are automatic. If you try to access a video after the loan period expires, it will count as another video loan in your monthly limit. Renewals are not available at this time.

If you have a question, ask us or call 604-998-3450

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