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Welcome to Vancouver's library

You're in! Your new VPL card now connects you to one of Vancouver's most awesome free things: the library. Discover the many ways you can enjoy your library.

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Manage Your Account

Access your new library card account online by logging in to My VPL. You can check due dates, renew items, place and manage holds and more!

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Read

Read to your heart's content. Your VPL card gives you access to millions of items across 21 locations and online including books, ebooks, movies, music and magazines.

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Learn

Learn at VPL with classes, workshops, lectures, discussions and free access to leading online platforms such as LinkedIn Learning, Great Courses, Mango Languages and more!

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Research

Research for school, work and personal projects. VPL's entire collection is at your fingertips – you can also access thousands of online resources with your VPL card.

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Stream & Download

Stream and download and access VPL anywhere, anytime and on-the-go. Get audiobooks, music, movies and more – on demand.

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Kids, Teens & Families

Enjoy storytimes, teen meet-ups, after-school activities and more. Kids, teens and families can share a love of reading together, and have fun at the library!

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Explore

Visit a VPL branch near you to borrow books, pick up holds and access computers. You can also find author readings, film talks, book clubs and more events online!

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Accessible Services

Accessible Services provides services to library users with mobility challenges and/or print disabilities who live in the City of Vancouver.

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