Access. Belong. Create. Discover.
Land Acknowledgement
We would like to acknowledge that the Assiginack Public Library is located on the traditional lands of the Three Fires Confederacy: the Ojibwe, Odawa and Potowotami peoples of Mnidoo Mnising. We recognize and deeply appreciate their stewardship and historic connection to this place and recognize that we must do more to learn about its rich history so that we can better understand our role as residents, neighbours, partners and caretakers.
Access.
Belong.
Create.
Discover.
The Assiginack Public Library is committed to inspiring and supporting lifelong-learning, literacy, creativity and cultural expression by providing access to relevant and varied materials and opportunities for all members of the community.
LIBRARY HOURS
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
CLOSED
10:00am - 6:00pm CLOSED
10:00am - 6:00pm
CLOSED
10:00am - 2:00pm
CLOSED
NOTE: Events/progams frequently occur outside of regular library hours
Library Services
The library has a variety of lending options as well as on-site services available to patrons and guests.
Lending
Books & DVDs
The Assiginack Public Library has a great selection of books and DVDs available for borrowing, as well as access to Interlibrary Loan Services (ILL), so that titles not currently part of our collection can be shipped from other Ontario libraries at no cost.
Wifi Access & Public Computers
& Tech Support
The library has public wifi access as well as 2 public computers for use by all visitors. If you're looking for some help using your laptop or device, bring it in and we can try to figure it out together.
Libby
In addition to our local collection of books and DVDs, all library members have access to a free Libby account. Using Libby, you can borrow ebooks, audiobooks and magazines on any device (SmartPhone, tablet, computer).
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Print/Copy/Scan/
Fax
Do you have something you need printed, copied, scanned or faxed? The library is here to help.
We also also provide laminating, colour printing and photo printing.
Please click on the title or image above for service costs.
Ontario Parks Passes
The Ontario Parks Pass is a vehicle permit that provides day use access to over 330 provincial parks for all occupants in your vehicle. Loan period is up to 10 days. We have a total of 3 passes available to loan.
Creative Technology
To take your creativity to a new level using technology, we have photo lighting and a green screen as well as a Cricut Maker, Easy Press and accompanying Cricut Design Space software. Photo printers and photo editing software are available in the "photo lab" area, as well as a sublimation printer and mug, tumbler and hat presses are available for patron use.
More information on what's available and any associated costs are listed here.
Radon Screening Kit
The Assiginack Public Library has joined other libraries across Canada in providing a Radon Detector Loan Program for home radon screening. The device is convenient and easy to use and can be borrowed for a 30-day period.
Photo Printing
In our "Photo Lab" we have high quality photo printers for borderless printing as well as various sizes of types of photo paper. Patrons can also edit photos using our iMac or iPads.
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On-Site Services
Meeting Room
At the back of the library
there is a meeting room space that can be booked during and outside of library hours, depending on usage and staff availability.
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Privacy Booth
Our Solo Nook (also known as the "zoom room" or privacy booth) is available for virtual meetings or a quiet space to work. Outfitted with a fan, USB ports and electrical outlets, it's a great space to meet/work without distractions.
Spice Library
We currently have over 45 different spices in our Spice Library. If you want to try a spice for a new recipe and can't find it locally, we'll be happy to supply you with what you need. We also take requests for spices to be added to our collection.
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Our Collections
We strive to provide a varied collection of relevant resources, with a particular focus not only on current and popular items, but on Canadian and Indigenous content as well.
We are responsive to community interests and requests and patrons always have the option to access materials not available on-site through the Inter-Library Loan program, thanks to the Ontario Library Service.
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We are in the process of transitioning to a new library management program which will provide considerable user access to what's available at the library, as well as circulation status.
The link to this service will be found below in early January 2025. (Thanks for your patience.)
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Spice of the Month Club
On the second Thursday of every month, a new set of information and recipe cards as well as a sample of the "spice of the month" will be available.
This club is FREE and requires no registration.
Simply come on in to the library to pick up your package, while quantities last.
APL Book Club
The library hosts a book club for adults that runs throughout the year.
Each month we meet on the last Wednesday of the month (at 7:00pm) to discuss the book selection for that month. If you enjoy reading, discussing books and hearing what others have to say about them, this group could be for you.
Click on the title or image for a list of this year's selections.
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NOTE: Copies of each book are available at the library.