Use the Relais Portal to request titles that Calgary Public Library does not own as an inter-library loan, including print books, CDs, and DVDs. You can also apply for a TAL card or ME card to use in-person at post-secondary, public, and special libraries across Alberta.
Read more about "Inter-Library Loans"How the library develops and maintains its collection, the value of intellectual freedom and how to submit feedback or ask questions related to the library’s collections.
Read more about "Collections at Calgary Public Library"The Membership Agreement terms of use apply to membership for Library services, borrowing services, and use of your Library account.
Read more about "Library Services Agreement"The Library's Public Access Network Terms of Use detail the terms and conditions which you may use the public access network to access the internet and other electronic resources.
Read more about "Public Access Network Terms of Use"If you are interested in partnering with the Library, complete our online form. The Library works collaboratively with many organizations, corporations, and individuals each year on programs, services, exhibits, installations, or other opportunities that support the community.
Read more about "Partnership Opportunity"All requests for event space at Central Library should be made online, using the online form. Submissions will be responded to based on when they were received and not the requested event date.
Read more about "Request event space"The Indigenous Services team focuses on Indigenous engagement, ensuring Library programs and services are designed around community needs. Indigenous Placemaking can be found as various art installations throughout Central Library, including the Elders' Guidance Circle. Here, anyone can speak to Elders from various nations. Expressions of interest are also regularly accepted by community members to support Library programs and initiatives.
Read more about "Indigenous Services and Initiatives"Adult volunteers are needed to help deliver a variety of programs, including programs focused on literacy, art, music, math, science, or technology. You can also help new Canadians or bring the Library to those who can't visit physical locations.
Read more about "Adult Volunteers"The Story Truck is a mobile library just for kids. This Library on wheels visits day homes in select neighbourhoods across Calgary, bringing books, storytime, song and rhymes, and other activities. You can also submit a request for the Story Truck to visit your day home.
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