What’s this service called? It’s called eLibraries Manitoba and is a provincially-run service. Sometimes, the service is referred to as OverDrive because that’s the name of the software used to run it, or Libby, because that’s the name of an app you can use to read or listen to your downloaded books. On the eLibraries…
Category: Using the Library
Using the Library
How To Search the Catalogue and Use My Account Sign up for a library card Borrow from other libraries Download eBooks and audiobooks Download magazines Your Account Log in to Renew, Reserve Items & Check Fines Library Policies Loan periods and late fees Computer & Internet Use Privacy
Patron Conduct
We expect our patrons to treat the library with respect. We love to have you here, but we also appreciate your best indoor voice and calm conduct. Patrons that are disruptive or damaging to the building, books, or others will be asked to leave. Remember that our books are not just for you, they are…
Computer & Internet Use
Summary Our computers and wifi are free to use, and printing is 10 cents per printed page. Your responsibilities You may use the computers to browse the internet or work on documents offline. You may use the wifi to browse the internet or access your apps. You may not, on either our computers or our…
Loan Periods & Fines
Collection Description Circulation Policy Books Hundreds of books for readers of all ages & interests. 3 weeks NOTE: If others are waiting, the loan period is limited to 2 weeks. DVD/Video A wide range of genres, including lots of films for kids. 3 weeks Local History and Reference Local and provincial history, and medical and…
Borrow from Other Libraries
If you can’t find what you’re looking for in our library, let us know! We can order books from almost any library in Manitoba using Inter-Library Loans (fILL) – it’s fast and easy, and you just have to ask! Use our Contact Us page to get in touch – leave us the title and author,…
Sign Up for a Library Card
Permanent residents may join the library free of charge with proof of residency. Library card holders’ rights and responsibilities You are responsible for all the materials borrowed on your card and for any charges on items that are overdue, lost or damaged. (See Loan Periods for details). Your library card provides access to licensed databases…
Download eBooks and audioBooks from eLibraries Manitoba
Browse a collection of eBooks and audioBooks and download them to your computer or mobile device; enjoy them right in your browser, or download them to Libby, the eLibraries app. About the Service Compatible Devices eBooks: Downloading to a Computer Downloading to a Tablet or Smartphone Transferring eBooks to an eReader (Kobo, Nook or other…
Place a Hold
Log Into Your Account Click on the My Account link. If you’ve not logged into your account before, see Checking Your Account for instructions. Use the Search Catalogue bar to search for the author or title you want. In the search results, titles that come up will have a little green checkmark on the right…
Renew Items
Log Into Your Account Click on the My Account link. If you’ve not logged into your account before, see Check Your Account for instructions. Items Checked Out Select the Items Checked Out tab at the top of the My Account area to display all of the items you currently have checked out, their due dates, and the…