Cloverdale Branch

• 11,100 sq. ft. over 2 floors
• Free computers & Wi-Fi (see details below)
• Printing & photocopying (20 cents black & white; 40 cents colour)
• Extensive Family History collection
• Workstations offering a range of Family History databases
• ViewScan microfilm reader with USB capability

Current Service Information

We look forward to welcoming you back to our buildings, but things will be a bit different. To follow provincial health and WorkSafeBC guidelines, we have many new safety measures to protect our patrons and staff:

• If you feel unwell, do not enter the branch
• Anyone displaying symptoms of illness will not be allowed into the branch
• We encourage you to wear a mask
• We encourage you to keep your visit short, up to a maximum of one hour
• Branches will have occupancy limits and not all services will be available

Thank you for your continued patience and support as we face this pandemic together.

Services

Available 

• Holds pick-up  
• Limited browsing of shelves to self-select material  
• Computer access (45-minute time limit) 
• Wi-Fi (45-minute time limit) 
• Printing and photocopying 
• Self-checkout stations  
• Patron assistance and technology help (some limits apply) 
• Washroom access  
• Book returns (during branch open hours)
• If you do not wish to enter the library and would still like to borrow material, please call to discuss your options 

Not Available 

• Group and silent study rooms  
• Reading or study spaces and seating 
• In-branch programs  
• In-branch use of magazines and newspapers  
• Scanning 
• Renting meeting rooms  
• Curiosity Corner (Children’s iPad Stations)  
• Toys and games  
• Book sales  
• Accepting materials donations  

Safety Measures 

What we’re doing 

• Limiting the number of patrons in each library branch to aid physical distancing 
• Hand sanitizer available for use 
• Directional arrows on the floor 
• Plexiglass dividers at service counters 
• Increased cleaning of high-touch areas 
• Quarantining returns for 72 hours 
• Training Library staff in safety measures  

What you can do

• Stay home if you are feeling sick or are required to self-isolate 
• Consider wearing a mask 
• Wash or sanitize your hands before entering the building 
• Practise physical distancing throughout the library 
• Follow all signs 
• Limit your time in the library (up to an hour) to allow others a chance to use the library 
• Always remain with your children when in the library  

If you have any questions, please contact us.