About the Library
Funded by the City of Vancouver, Vancouver Public Library is the third largest public library system in Canada, with over 373,000 cardholders and more than 9 million items borrowed annually. Today, with exceptional collections, services and technologies offered at 22 branches and an extensive virtual library, VPL is accessible to all citizens of Vancouver.
Contact Us
For general enquiries or reference questions please call 604-331-3603 or use the email reference form.
Mission, Vision & Values
Inspiration through information.
Library Board
To contact Library Board Trustees, please email the board at board@vpl.ca, or mail correspondence to: Vancouver Public Library, Central Library, Administration Offices, 7th Floor, 350 W. Georgia St., Vancouver, BC V6B 6B1
Library Management
Profiles and contact information for the Library Directors.
Policies & Procedures
Official library policies, statements and procedures.
Reports & Publications
Annual and operating reports, strategic objectives, and financial statements.
Support the Library
Donating, volunteering and sponsorship opportunities.
Careers at VPL
Job descriptions and current postings.
RFID at VPL
Library History
VPL from 1867 to the present day.
