The Burnaby Public Library offers a diverse collection of tales, ideas, and information to the community. Get help from library staff, in person, over the phone, and via email for everything from book recommendations to in-depth research questions. The library also offers a variety of programs for children and families, teens, adults, seniors, and newcomers to the community. In 2019, over 3 million items were checked out, and 1.8 million people visited the four branches in person. Burnaby Public Library conducted 1,194 events and welcomed 23,037 new users. Every day, about 5,000 people visit a Burnaby Public Library branch. BPL provides access to information services and library collections through its four branches, online, and community outreach (including books, DVDs, newspapers, magazines, and research materials).
Staff is available to help you find the information you need. Browse and read books, newspapers, and magazines. Attend free events and activities. Find extra spaces to read, work, or study. Access library’s free Wi-Fi.
Borrow all kinds of items, including books, music, movies, audiobooks, magazines, and items in different languages. Access the digital resources from home or at the library. Book a meeting room for your group. Use computers, printers, and scanners—public computers with Word, Excel, internet access, and more for free use at all locations. Coin-operated printers and photocopiers, and free scanners at all locations. Get library materials delivered to your home if you can’t get to the library on your own. The residents of Burnaby British Columbia can access online e-book and audiobook collections. Digital Resources for Kids Video storybooks, non-fiction, on multiple topics, for pre-kindergarten to grade three. French language encyclopedia, for kids and teens. Video streaming service that includes unlimited educational and engaging videos for all ages. An online collection of streaming titles includes graphic novels, enhanced novels, e-books and audiobooks, classics, and National Geographic videos. Audiobooks for people with a perceptual (or print) disability. Access audiobooks beyond what’s available at all branches of Burnaby Bc! Explore BPL’s book club sets – Ten copies of a single publication are available for a six-week loan period. 10 copies of a single title can be available for a loan period of six weeks.
