Answered By: Research Help Desk
Last Updated: Jun 12, 2024     Views: 475

Adult Nova Scotians (19 years of age and older) can borrow from any university or public library in our province. All public library users are given Off-Campus Borrower (OCB) privileges at Novanet (university) libraries. 

Please note your public library card must be pre-registered with us before you can borrow. You can register your card with us in person or by emailing access@smu.ca 

What you will need:

  • a photo ID and evidence of a current Nova Scotia address.  A Nova Scotia drivers license or Nova Scotia identity card is an example, or a combination of documents, such as a picture ID card and a current telephone or power bill with an address.
  • to be 19 years of age or older
  • your public library card from any Nova Scotia regional Library.  If you do not have one, a Novanet OCB card will be issued
  • clear previous debts with Novanet institutions, such as those incurred as a student

What you can do:

  • sign out books and most print academic journals
  • use the Novanet Express service
  • return materials borrowed from any library at SMU, and SMU items at any library

For more information, visit our community users guide. 

 

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