Public Libraries
There are many public libraries throughout Nova Scotia. Public libraries are funded by the provincial and municipal government and are open to all members of the public.
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Nova Scotia Provincial Library website contains a directory of over 280 public and private libraries in Nova Scotia. The NS Provincial Library does not serve the public directly, but provides information to Nova Scotians through the public libraries.
Regional Public Libraries are found in nine regions of Nova Scotia. You may borrow books and resources from all public libraries in Nova Scotia.
All persons in Nova Scotia have free access to the Nova Scotia Public Library System. You can only borrow books from the library if you have a library card, which is free.
All library loans have a time limit. Children under age 15 require signature of a parent or guardian to obtain a library card.
NovaNet is the group of academic libraries of Nova Scotia. To obtain a NovaNet borrowers card, you must be a resident of Nova Scotia, be 18 years of age or older, and provide proof of a current Nova Scotia address. There is a fee for a borrowers card.
One Place to Look is an online database that provides access to the catalogues of all the Regional Public Libraries in Nova Scotia.