Borrowing

The Barry's Bay and Area Public Library provides an extensive selection of books, DVDs and CDs in a variety of genres for adults and children. The library does not place any restriction on the number of books that can be checked out by a library member at any one time.

Due to their high demand the number of audio/visual materials such as DVDs and CDs is restricted . Members can have up to 4 DVDs and $ CDs checked out for a total of 8 audio/visual items per membership card.

Loan Period/Renewals
Most material from the Barry's Bay & Area Public Library (except for visual recordings) is signed out for a period of 2 weeks. If you wish to extend the loan period, you may log-in to your account (using your card number and last four digits of your home phone number), ask at the desk, by phone (613.756.2000) or by e-mailing bblibry@bellnet.ca, giving your name and library card number.
You may ask for your materials to be renewed once at the time they are due UNLESS there is a reserve on them. 

Reserves
Materials may be reserved at the Barry's Bay & Area Public Library by filling out a reserve request slip at the library or by telephone or e-mail.

Restrictions

• Only children's books may be taken on a children's card. Adult books are not permitted to be taken out on a child's card.
• You MUST bring your borrower's card each time you want to sign out materials.

Lost Borrowers Card
If a member has lost their borrower's card they may obtain a new one for a fee of $2.00.