How
can I obtain a library card?
To register as a borrower and obtain a
library card, go to your nearest branch library and present identification
with your correct address. It is important to notify the library when you
change your address, so that correspondence can reach you.
It is possible to apply
for your library card on-line
You may get a library card free of charge
if you are a resident of Nova Scotia.
Non-residents of Nova Scotia must pay a fee of $10.00 and will receive a temporary
card.
If your card is lost or damaged, a fee of $2.00 will be charged for a replacement card.
We also have an institutional library card designed to support the needs of an institution or community organization. For information about institutional cards please contact the library: 902-895-4183 or 1-888-632-9088.
Is it
necessary to present your library card when borrowing?
Yes it is necessary to present your library
card to staff at the circulation desk when borrowing materials. Adults and
children are free to borrow any circulating item. The Library Board
requests that parents/guardians wishing to restrict their children's
borrowing privileges, do so on an individual basis. Those 13 years and up
are registered as adults.
How many items
can be borrowed?
A library card holder may borrow up to 50
items on his/her card. Magazines (with the exception of the current issues in
the Truro Adult Department and in the Elmsdale Branch) may also be
borrowed. There is also a large collection of audio books and videos from
which to choose.
How long may items
be kept?
Most material may be kept for three weeks.
There are a few exceptions which include popular books (7 days), and books brought in from some other libraries through interlibrary loans
(items borrowed from University libraries - 2 weeks). Summer loans for a longer period are also possible. Bookdrops
are available at some branches for returning books when the library is
closed.
Renewals?
Items may be renewed in person, by phone or through your account on our website. Items that
have holds placed on them and are waiting to be borrowed by someone else
may not be renewed. Popular books with long waiting lists, and books
received through the interlibrary loan service may not be renewed.
Are there overdue
charges?
A fine of 10 cents for every library day is charged on overdue material except interlibrary loans, on which a fine of $1.00 per day, is charged. There are no fines for the Maitland, Upper Stewiacke,
or Bass River Satellites, or Books by Mail.
What happens if
library materials are lost or damaged?
Borrowers will be charged replacement or
repair costs for lost or damaged books, magazines, tapes, pamphlets, etc.,
as well as an administrative fee.
What other fines or
fees are connected to your borrowing policies?
There is a $1.00 fine charged for holds not
picked up after notification.
