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Library cards and borrowing in Guelph
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Guelph, Ontario: library cards and borrowing. Find local rules, practical steps, useful answers and official service links.
Key information
Guelph Public Library offers permanent cards, a small-item digital access card and extended loans for people with disabilities. Most ordinary loans are two weeks. Automatic renewal has exceptions, especially for high-demand items and passes.
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At a glance
| Question | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| What ID do I need for a permanent card? | Visit a branch with name and address identification. If the identity document lacks an address, bring a separate current address document. |
| Can a disability qualify me for longer loans? | Yes. Ask the library about an extended access card for longer loan periods. |
| What is the usual book loan period? | Most listed materials, including books and many games and kits, have a two-week loan and up to three renewals. |
Plan your next step
- Choose your service
Decide whether you need a card, digital access, borrowing or a branch visit.
- Match the requirements
Use the local eligibility and identification rules below.
- Use the library
Follow the named library service and keep your account details and due dates current.
Join and choose your membership
What ID do I need for a permanent card?
Visit a branch with name and address identification. If the identity document lacks an address, bring a separate current address document.
Can a child under 13 get a card?
Yes, with a parent or guardian who brings their name and address ID. The adult does not need their own Guelph card.
What is a digital access card?
It provides the digital collection and up to two physical books or DVDs. Name identification is required.
Borrow and use local services
Can a disability qualify me for longer loans?
Yes. Ask the library about an extended access card for longer loan periods.
Which neighbouring memberships can qualify for reciprocal borrowing?
The card page names Cambridge, Wellington County, Waterloo and Milton. Bring your home library card and name and address ID.
How much is a paid non-resident card?
The listed fees are $50 for six months or $100 for one year.
Renewals, access and other situations
What is the usual book loan period?
Most listed materials, including books and many games and kits, have a two-week loan and up to three renewals.
Do items renew automatically?
Eligible items are considered for automatic renewal two days before they are due, up to three times. Holds and several special formats prevent renewal.
Can I renew a park pass or hotspot?
No. Parks passes and mobile hotspots have one-week loans and are excluded from automatic renewal. Quick Picks and interlibrary loans also have exceptions.
What happens when an item is 21 days overdue?
It is treated as lost and charged to the account. Lost, damaged or incomplete items also carry a $10 processing charge.
Local service links
These are the service sources used for this Guelph guide. Use their current forms, calendars and notices when completing a task.