Using the library

Located in the heart of North Vancouver, City Library is a place to read, explore and discover. Everyone is welcome to learn, study, relax, collaborate and create at the library.

Popular requests

FIND A PLACE TO STUDY

GET TECH HELP

GET A LIBRARY CARD

Get a library card

Access thousands of books, magazines, movies and more for free with a City Library card

Print, copy, scan

Wireless, low-cost printing from a library computer or your own device

Wi-Fi & computer access

Use the public computers with your library card or use Wi-Fi in the library or the plaza

Sewing machines

Learn to stitch up a storm at intro-level classes for kids and adults

Borrow a device

Check out a Chromebook, iPad or e-reader — or take a birding backpack on a weekend adventure

Accessible services

Get assistance with alternative format library materials or learn about home delivery services

Spaces you can use

Find a cozy corner or spread out with your study group in one of City Library's many spaces for reading, studying or catching up with a friend.

Library policies and user conduct

City Library policies on user conduct help keep this space safe and enjoyable for everyone to use.

City Library app

City Library's app allows you to search the catalogue, manage your account and check out materials.

Use the City Library app to discover new titles, borrow ebooks and e-audiobooks, and browse recommendations from staff and community members!

Log in just once to have instant access to a digital library card that you can use at the self-checkouts and service desks. You can add family members’ cards too — no need to carry multiple cards in your pocket.

With the app, you can:

Use it in place of a physical library card to scan at our self-checkouts/service desks;
Search for books by scanning an ISBN;
Search the collection and save titles for later;
Place and manage holds;
Renew checked-out items; and
Check library hours.

Download for iOS

Download for Android