We're here to help!

• Our service desks are open for in-person assistance.
• Research help is available in-person, by phone, email, chat or by appointment.
• Liaison Librarians are available to support instructional faculty with alternate format delivery.

Please contact us if you need assistance. For current hours, please check here.

Current services

• Library hours: Our facilities are open.
• Print loans: Available by mail or in-person.
• Student printing: Add funds to your PaperCut print account online or buy a pre-paid print card at the Campus Store.
• Interlibrary loans: Full interlibrary loans services available.
• Study rooms are available for group and individual use.
• VIU ID cards: Submit your photo through your student record and pick up in person within 2 business days.
• Book returns: Interior book drop in Commons and exterior book drop across from Starbucks are open.
• Laptops and other equipment: Available for 7-day loans. A limited number of semester-length laptop loans are also available.
• Electronic collections (ejournals, ebooks, databases and more): Available 24/7/365 through our catalogue.
• Course reserves: Available with extended loan periods in place.
• Special Collections access: Contact us for information.

Safety protocols

We have implemented the following changes to ensure a safe and clean environment for users:

• Hand sanitizer stations are provided.
• Plexiglass barriers are in place at the service desks.