- Last updated: June 8, 2021
Masks are mandatory for all staff and Library visitors over the age of 12.
People who cannot wear a mask or who cannot put on or remove a mask on their own are exempt. Patrons who are not wearing a mask will be asked to leave the Library, unless they cannot wear one.
Read more about the Province’s Public Health Order here.
The Readers’ Rooftop is back!
This physically distanced outdoor seating area offers WiFi and is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day the Library is open, weather permitting.
This space is generously funded by the WVML Foundation.
What you can expect when you visit WVML
Discontinued quarantine
We are no longer quarantining materials before returning them to the shelves. This follows an announcement from the BC Centre for Disease Control (BC CDC) that says “the risk of transmission between users of borrowed items is very low.”
This way, we can get you the materials you want even faster.
Still concerned? You can always quarantine your checked out materials at home for 72 hours before enjoying them.
New hours
Our new hours are 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays and 10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. In addition, we have dedicated service hours from 9 to 10 a.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays for the elderly and most vulnerable.
Reduced occupancy & limited individual seating
This means you may need to wait to enter the Library or the Youth Department until we can accommodate you. Due to reduced occupancy, we have a limited number of individual study seats. Please only use study space as long as you need, and remember to wear your mask. We ask that you don’t leave belongings unattended and pack up at least 10 minutes before the Library’s closing time.
Public computers & technology
We have a limited number of public computers available for drop-in use. For computer and device help, you can continue to contact us—our tech staff are happy to help.
Enhanced safety measures
You’ll see lineups, signage, and physical distancing markers throughout the Library. Service desks will be outfitted with plexiglass barriers to keep staff and patrons safe. Our maintenance staff will be sanitizing high-touch surfaces approximately every two hours.
What you can do to help keep the Library safe:
Don’t visit the Library if you are sick or required to self-isolate.
If you have symptoms like headache, fever, cough, or difficulty breathing, please stay home and wait until you’re symptom-free to visit the Library. Don’t visit the Library if you have returned from travel outside of Canada in the past 14 days or may have been exposed to COVID-19. Learn more.
Masks are mandatory, including when seated. Please keep 2 metres apart at all times.
Remember to practise physical distancing and cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your elbow while using the Library. Don’t forget to frequently wash/sanitize your hands.
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Upcoming Virtual Events
We are offering some of our most popular programs for all ages online using Zoom! Need help accessing them? Check out this help sheet or contact us.