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.

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.

Library History

VPL from 1867 to the present day.

Library FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the library.

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