Internet Access
All libraries in Perth County and Huron County offer free computer and internet access. Check out the list under “Public Libraries” to find your local library. Also some of the Youth Centres have free access to the Internet. In some towns and cities, coffee shops also have free Wi-Fi access to Internet job search engines.
COVID19 Program is virtual on Zoom
A one-to-one reading program giving school-aged children the opportunity to read and play games with a trained volunteer. Spots are available in English and French reading. Registration is required. Limited spots available. Register for a Zoom invitation.
COVID19 West Perth Public Library complies with provincial and local health guidelines regarding COVID-19 safety.
Resources include fiction and non-fiction for all ages, reference resources, DVDs, magazines, audio books, internet and wifi access, photocopying/scanning, printing, mobile printing, downloadable resources (e-books, e-audio books, e-magazines, e-articles, e-videos)
Programs and Services – Consult the Library’s website for details.
- Summer Reading Program
- Perth County Information Network As part of the Perth County Information Network (PCIN), West Perth Library patrons have access to the holdings of North Perth, Perth East, St. Marys and Stratford Public Libraries
- Interlibrary Loan
- West Perth Public Library is a part of the INFO network of public libraries in Ontario
- Reciprocal Borrowing Residents of Huron County are now able to obtain a free library card from a PCIN library. Patrons must hold a valid library card from the municipality they reside in and show it at time of registration likewise, PCIN library card holders are now eligible for Huron County library cards under the same conditions
Public library
COVID19 Building open for temporary restricted hours. Currently offering grab and go browsing, computer appointments, printing and scanning. Take home activity kits and virtual programming available.
All returns should be put in our external drop box as materials to allow for proper quarantining. No late fees are being incurred at this time.
Apply for a library card online.
Supports the intellectual and recreational needs of the community ensuring access to all types of material and to public space.
The St. Marys Public Library offers a full range of print and multi-media resources. Books and videos may be renewed by telephone. Same library card can be used throughout Perth County.
Resources include:
- fiction, non-fiction, reference resources, research databases
- large print fiction and non-fiction
- children, magazines, books on tape, DVD’s, CD’s (compact disks)
- Download books and e-books and Audio books
- public access computers and internet during hours of operation
- CD’s for CNIB as well as access to use of machinery from CNIB
- programs for all ages including ESL Classes Mon & Wed 6:30-7:30 and Saturdays 10:30-11:30. No registration required. Contact the library for more information.
- Summer Programs for children in Jul and Aug. Information HERE
- free kayak loan program – reserve online and pick-up keys, paddles and life jackets at library. More information HERE
Other services include: inter and intra-library loans, shut-in book service, video gaming disks, photocopying, scanning, faxing services, wireless access and free community telephone.
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books, talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books, talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books, talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books, talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books, talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books, talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books, talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books, talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books, talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books * talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books, talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum
All Huron County Library branch locations are open for limited in-branch services that include scheduled computer appointments, inside browsing and holds pick-up, and space bookings. Free wifi in all library parking lots password: huroncounty
For the most up-to-date information on services, programs and events, visit www.huroncountylibrary.ca
- Huron County Library no longer charges fines on overdue materials
- Book drops are open
- Curbside service available at all branches
- Registration for temporary library cards available on website.
Should you require assistance, please contact the branch during days of service or send the branch an email.
- Provides residents/taxpayers with:
- library materials, information and related programs and services
- reference service
- comprehensive information provided to the public upon request
- Internet access and computer workstations
- wireless (wi-fi) Internet
- children’s services
- circulation of a wide variety of reading materials
- mp3 audiobooks, audiobooks on CD and music CDs
- DVDs, Blu-ray
- large print books * talking books, DAISY readers and DAISY discs
- interlibrary loans
- local history and genealogical materials
- collection also includes family literacy kits, STEAM kits, Object Library and lending Internet Hubs
- free passes for the Huron County Museum