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Educational sessions covering topics such as career, current technology such as 3-D printing
Homebound Services for those unable to visit a branch
Newcomer services -- career and training sessions, commissioner of oaths, interest circles for conversation
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Branch Specific Services:
- Community Food Shelf, with limited non-perishable food and pet food available
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
The Friends of the Oakville Public Library (FOL) is a group of volunteers, dedicated to enhancing library programs and services within the community, who raise funds for the library through book sales and other activities, which helps to develop and enhance various programs and services offered within the library, and expand services and spaces beyond what the operating budgets cover
Book Sales
- for more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library
Friendly Finds
- available at all Branches (for more information visit Friends of the Oakville Public Library)
- gently used materials - books, audio books and audio-visual materials, in great condition, available for sale
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Sale Volunteers - setup, logistics, cashiers and tear-down (adult & youth)
- FOL Committee Members (adult) & Sorters - sort donations year-round (adult & youth)
- For more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library Volunteering
Book Donations
- Visit Friends of the Oakville Public-Library Book Donations if you would like to donate books to the Friends of the Library, please note that we can only sell books and other items that are in good condition
- Donations are only accepted at Central Branch during branch open hours. Drop your books and materials off at the blue cart at the Water St. entrance.
- If you have a large quantity of materials that don't fit into the cart, please contact 905-815-2042 ext 5092 to arrange a drop off appointment
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Connection Kits (for residents 55+)
- Tablets
- OSMO
- Tinker Toys
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
Visit Website
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Branch Specific Services:
- Newcomer Programs
- Hybrid Creation Zone
- access to several pieces of technology including cricuts, photo video scanning, button makers, and a collection of sewing machines for programming
Meeting Space
- when not required for library use, select rooms are available for rental to individuals, groups and organizations
- discount rate for non-profits
- visit here for more information and to book
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
The Friends of the Oakville Public Library (FOL) is a group of volunteers, dedicated to enhancing library programs and services within the community, who raise funds for the library through book sales and other activities, which helps to develop and enhance various programs and services offered within the library, and expand services and spaces beyond what the operating budgets cover
Book Sales
- for more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library
Friendly Finds
- available at all Branches (for more information visit Friends of the Oakville Public Library)
- gently used materials - books, audio books and audio-visual materials, in great condition, available for sale
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Sale Volunteers - setup, logistics, cashiers and tear-down (adult & youth)
- FOL Committee Members (adult) & Sorters - sort donations year-round (adult & youth)
- For more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library Volunteering
Book Donations
- Visit Friends of the Oakville Public-Library Book Donations if you would like to donate books to the Friends of the Library, please note that we can only sell books and other items that are in good condition
- Donations are only accepted at Central Branch during branch open hours. Drop your books and materials off at the blue cart at the Water St. entrance.
- If you have a large quantity of materials that don't fit into the cart, please contact 905-815-2042 ext 5092 to arrange a drop off appointment
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Connection Kits (for residents 55+)
- Tablets
- OSMO
- Tinker Toys
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
Designed with busy customers in mind, OPL Express locations make it easy to pick-up holds, return library items and browse collections on-the-go at several high-traffic community buildings throughout Oakville
- OPL Express locations are not staffed
OPL Express locations:
Express @ St. Luke's Community Centre
- 3114 Dundas St. West
- 905-825-3364
- holds lockers, returns, Browse & Borrow kiosk
Express @ Sports Complex (Sixteen Mile)
- 3070 Neyagawa Blvd
- 905-815-6112
- holds lockers, returns, Browse & Borrow kiosk
Express @ Queen Elizabeth Park Community & Cultural Centre (QEPCCC)
- 2302 Bridge Rd
- 905-815-2036
- holds lockers, returns, Browse & Borrow kiosk
Express @ River Oaks Community Centre
- 2400 Sixth Line
- 905-815-2038
- holds lockers, returns
- After hours study space available at some branches
- Visiting Library Service for those unable to visit a branch
Adult Child Interactive Programs -- free program for all parents/caregivers with children birth-6 years, parent/caregiver required to attend with child
Educational sessions -- for various ages covering topics such as career, current technology such as 3-D printing, computer skills, book discussions, interest circles
Settlement services in partnership with community agencies -- Library Settlement Partnership Program, career and training sessions, commissioner of oaths, English conversation circles
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Meeting Space
- when not required for library use, select rooms are available for rental to individuals, groups and organizations
- discount rate for non-profits
- visit here for more information and to book
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
The Friends of the Oakville Public Library (FOL) is a group of volunteers, dedicated to enhancing library programs and services within the community, who raise funds for the library through book sales and other activities, which helps to develop and enhance various programs and services offered within the library, and expand services and spaces beyond what the operating budgets cover
Book Sales
- for more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library
Friendly Finds
- available at all Branches (for more information visit Friends of the Oakville Public Library)
- gently used materials - books, audio books and audio-visual materials, in great condition, available for sale
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Sale Volunteers - setup, logistics, cashiers and tear-down (adult & youth)
- FOL Committee Members (adult) & Sorters - sort donations year-round (adult & youth)
- For more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library Volunteering
Book Donations
- Visit Friends of the Oakville Public-Library Book Donations if you would like to donate books to the Friends of the Library, please note that we can only sell books and other items that are in good condition
- Donations are only accepted at Central Branch during branch open hours. Drop your books and materials off at the blue cart at the Water St. entrance.
- If you have a large quantity of materials that don't fit into the cart, please contact 905-815-2042 ext 5092 to arrange a drop off appointment
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Connection Kits (for residents 55+)
- Tablets
- OSMO
- Tinker Toys
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
Visit Website
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
The Friends of the Oakville Public Library (FOL) is a group of volunteers, dedicated to enhancing library programs and services within the community, who raise funds for the library through book sales and other activities, which helps to develop and enhance various programs and services offered within the library, and expand services and spaces beyond what the operating budgets cover
Book Sales
- for more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library
Friendly Finds
- available at all Branches (for more information visit Friends of the Oakville Public Library)
- gently used materials - books, audio books and audio-visual materials, in great condition, available for sale
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Sale Volunteers - setup, logistics, cashiers and tear-down (adult & youth)
- FOL Committee Members (adult) & Sorters - sort donations year-round (adult & youth)
- For more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library Volunteering
Book Donations
- Visit Friends of the Oakville Public-Library Book Donations if you would like to donate books to the Friends of the Library, please note that we can only sell books and other items that are in good condition
- Donations are only accepted at Central Branch during branch open hours. Drop your books and materials off at the blue cart at the Water St. entrance.
- If you have a large quantity of materials that don't fit into the cart, please contact 905-815-2042 ext 5092 to arrange a drop off appointment
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Connection Kits (for residents 55+)
- Tablets
- OSMO
- Tinker Toys
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
Delivery by Mail
- if you are unable to come into the library in person, you may be eligible for OPL's Delivery by Mail option
- please email oplbymail@oakville.ca or contact your local branch to find out if you qualify
- restricted to a maximum of two (2) books per package, 2 packages per month per customer
Connection Kits
- offering two types of connection kits, a Tablet + Wifi Kit or an Accessible Reading Tablet
- these kits are to help Oakville residents who are 55+ and do not have access to the internet or technology, stay connected with friends and family and to access alternate formats of reading material for those with print disabilities
- to learn more, please call your local branch for more information
MagnusCards
- the MagnusCards app is designed to help individuals with autism or other special needs interact independently and with confidence in the Oakville community
- users can follow guides to library services by downloading the app for free through the App Store or on Google Play
Reading Aides
- Kurzweil Reading Machines available at Woodside and Central Branch
- ZoomText: a screen magnification software that allows customers to view the library catalogue and the internet in large print available at Woodside and Central Branch
- SmartView: a magnifier that enhances all reading materials (magazines, newspapers, photographs, bills) is available at the Woodside Branch only
- VictorReader: a Daisy disc player - available at Woodside Branch only
Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) Resources
- through a partnership with the CNIB/CELA library, Woodside Branch is able to access the collections and services of the CNIB/CELA library on behalf of CNIB/CELA clients and Special Services customers
- collections of the CNIB/CELA library include Braille, Talking Books and magazines, electronic text and descriptive videos
The Friends of the Oakville Public Library (FOL) is a group of volunteers, dedicated to enhancing library programs and services within the community, who raise funds for the library through book sales and other activities, which helps to develop and enhance various programs and services offered within the library, and expand services and spaces beyond what the operating budgets cover
Book Sales
- for more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library
Friendly Finds
- available at all Branches (for more information visit Friends of the Oakville Public Library)
- gently used materials - books, audio books and audio-visual materials, in great condition, available for sale
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Sale Volunteers - setup, logistics, cashiers and tear-down (adult & youth)
- FOL Committee Members (adult) & Sorters - sort donations year-round (adult & youth)
- For more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library Volunteering
Book Donations
- Visit Friends of the Oakville Public-Library Book Donations if you would like to donate books to the Friends of the Library, please note that we can only sell books and other items that are in good condition
- Donations are only accepted at Central Branch during branch open hours. Drop your books and materials off at the blue cart at the Water St. entrance.
- If you have a large quantity of materials that don't fit into the cart, please contact 905-815-2042 ext 5092 to arrange a drop off appointment
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Connection Kits (for residents 55+)
- Tablets
- OSMO
- Tinker Toys
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of OPL's general Branch Services, see here
Branch Specific Services:
- Community Food Corner
- Information Oakville
- Accessible Collections & Services
- Newcomer Programs
- Virtual Court
- Exam Proctoring
The Oakville Room
- local and family history collections are housed in the Oakville Room
- valuable historical resources ranges from genealogy materials and yearbooks, to newspaper records and maps, focusing on the history and people of Oakville
- Town of Oakville and Trafalgar Township historical documents and publications
- newspapers dating from 1870
- vital statistics from late 1800s
- census and assessment records from 1910-1936
- more details here
Meeting Space
- when not required for library use, select rooms are available for rental to individuals, groups and organizations
- discount rate for non-profits
- see here for more information and to book
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
Library services include:
- website
- information services
- lending of books, large print materials, video games and DVDs, government documents, audiobooks, energy meters, Conservation Halton Park passes and Ontario Parks Seasonal day-use permits
- lending of Cognitive Care Kits for individuals living with a cognitive impairment like dementia; contain up to ten unique, dementia-friendly activities such as games, workbooks, puzzles, and various prepared activities (appointment required)
- sports equipment lending
- downloadable digital audiobooks and e-books
- online electronic databases of full-text journals
- programs for adults, teens, and children from age 6 months and up
- public computers with Internet access and office applications
- free wireless connectivity
- Book Clubs for adults and teens
- information on regional, provincial and federal subjects which include: health and social services, housing registries, treatment centres, government services and programs
- exam proctoring
- Community Fridge: Library has partnered with 'Food for Life' to offer a community fridge at Beaty Branch location. Stocked with 'Good Food bags' from Food for Life, this community fridge aims to increase everyday access to good, nutritious food for our patrons, neighbours, and community members. Find the details here
The library catalogue is available online. Patrons can search, place and cancel holds, renew borrowed items and view their personal accounts. Check website for details.
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Branch Specific Services:
Meeting Space
- when not required for library use, select rooms are available for rental to individuals, groups and organizations
- discount rate for non-profits
- visit here for more information and to book
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
The Friends of the Oakville Public Library (FOL) is a group of volunteers, dedicated to enhancing library programs and services within the community, who raise funds for the library through book sales and other activities, which helps to develop and enhance various programs and services offered within the library, and expand services and spaces beyond what the operating budgets cover
Book Sales
- for more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library
Friendly Finds
- available at all Branches (for more information visit Friends of the Oakville Public Library)
- gently used materials - books, audio books and audio-visual materials, in great condition, available for sale
Volunteer Opportunities
- Book Sale Volunteers - setup, logistics, cashiers and tear-down (adult & youth)
- FOL Committee Members (adult) & Sorters - sort donations year-round (adult & youth)
- For more information, visit the Friends of the Oakville Public Library Volunteering
Book Donations
- Visit Friends of the Oakville Public-Library Book Donations if you would like to donate books to the Friends of the Library, please note that we can only sell books and other items that are in good condition
- Donations are only accepted at Central Branch during branch open hours. Drop your books and materials off at the blue cart at the Water St. entrance.
- If you have a large quantity of materials that don't fit into the cart, please contact 905-815-2042 ext 5092 to arrange a drop off appointment
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
Collections
- fiction and non fiction titles (books, downloadable e-books and audiobooks, music, digital magazines, games and DVDs, movies and TV shows)
- self study and research collections, print and electronic
- adult and children's multilingual collections
- Interlibrary Loans available
- contact-less and express borrowing are also available
- online resource databases
- Conservation Halton & Provincial Park Passes
- loan-able Recreation, Sports and Book Club Kits
- Seed Library
- Public Access Computers
- Printing
- Wireless Internet
- Laptops
- Creation Zone Technologies
- 3D Printing
- Light Therapy Lamps
- Laptops (in-branch use)
- WiFi Hot-spots
- Connection Kits (for residents 55+)
- Tablets
- OSMO
- Tinker Toys
- offering fun, entertaining and educational programming and events for people of all ages
- in-branch, virtual and outdoor programming, varies by branch
Special Services
- Accessible Collections & Services
- OPL Express
- Information Oakville
- Friends of the Library
- Community Food Programs
For a listing of library locations and branch specific services, see here
Library services include:
- website
- information services
- lending of books, large print materials, video games and DVDs, government documents, audiobooks, energy meters, Conservation Halton Park passes and Ontario Parks Seasonal day-use permits
- lending of Cognitive Care Kits for individuals living with a cognitive impairment like dementia; contain up to ten unique, dementia-friendly activities such as games, workbooks, puzzles, and various prepared activities (appointment required)
- sports equipment lending
- downloadable digital audiobooks and e-books
- online electronic databases of full-text journals
- programs for adults, teens, and children from age 6 months and up
- public computers with Internet access and office applications
- free wireless connectivity
- Book Clubs for adults and teens
- business workshops offered in partnership with the Region of Halton
- information on regional, provincial and federal subjects which include: health and social services, housing registries, treatment centres, and government services and programs
- Region of Halton water testing drop-off site
The library catalogue is available on the web. Patrons can search, place and cancel holds, renew borrowed items and view their personal accounts. Check website for details
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
Provides public access to information and resources for individual enrichment, education, recreation and entertainment
For a list of general OPL services, see here
Branch Specific Services:
Meeting Space
- when not required for library use, select rooms are available for rental to individuals, groups and organizations
- discount rate for non-profits
- visit here for more information and to book
Designated as a local cooling centre during times of extreme heat and a warming centre during times of extreme cold
