Powell River Public Library

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Logging into your library account lets you manage your borrowed items, place requests, and access digital collections fr...
09/04/2026

Logging into your library account lets you manage your borrowed items, place requests, and access digital collections from your device or home computer.

You can:
Manage Borrowed Items
• Check current due dates for physical books and media.
• Renew eligible items to keep them longer.
• View any active fines or fees on your record

Request and Save Items
• Place holds on books, movies, or music so they are saved for you when available.
• Save reading lists and favorite items in your personal profile.
• Save previous searches to run them again later.

Access Digital Services
• Log into apps like Libby, Cantook, or PressReader to borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines and newspapers.

Update Personal Details
• Change your PIN or password.
• Update contact details like your email address or phone number.

Having trouble logging in? Call 604-485-4796 for help or visit the library and ask at the Service Desk.

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is on September 30, 2026. In order to support reconciliation, we need to u...
09/04/2026

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is on September 30, 2026. In order to support reconciliation, we need to understand the impacts of systemic racism and discrimination.

To learn more about how to be an anti-racist and stand up for those around us who experience racism, here are some great resources:
How to talk about racism with friends and family - a CBC news article by Nicholas Bage: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/how-to-talk-about-racism-1.5753865
Protocols for engaging with Indigenous Peoples and community – a free resource provided by the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund: https://downiewenjack.ca/our-work/protocols/
Anti-racism and the Anti-Racism Data Act – Learn more about how Indigenous Peoples are working with the BC government to combat systemic racism: https://antiracism.gov.bc.ca/research-priorities/
Residential School History – Summary provided by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation: https://nctr.ca/education/residential-school-history/
Why are treaties so contentious? Treaty Promises – A five-part series created by the David Suzuki Foundation about treaty making and understanding Treaty-Crown relationships: https://davidsuzuki.org/what-you-can-do/treaty-promises/
As I Remember It: Teaching from the Life of a Sliammon Elder – a digital multimedia edition of ɬaʔamɩn/Tla’amin Elder Elsie Paul’s life story and teachings https://publications.ravenspacepublishing.org/as-i-remember-it/index
With thanks to the Nation for their inspiring post.

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is on September 30, 2026. In order to support reconciliation, we need to u...
09/04/2026

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is on September 30, 2026. In order to support reconciliation, we need to understand the impacts of systemic racism and discrimination.

To learn more about how to be an anti-racist and stand up for those around us who experience racism, here are some great resources:

How to talk about racism with friends and family - a CBC news article by Nicholas Bage: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/how-to-talk-about-racism-1.5753865
Protocols for engaging with Indigenous Peoples and community – a free resource provided by the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund: https://downiewenjack.ca/our-work/protocols/
Anti-racism and the Anti-Racism Data Act – Learn more about how Indigenous Peoples are working with the BC government to combat systemic racism: https://antiracism.gov.bc.ca/research-priorities/
Residential School History – Summary provided by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation: https://nctr.ca/education/residential-school-history/
Why are treaties so contentious? Treaty Promises – A five-part series created by the David Suzuki Foundation about treaty making and understanding Treaty-Crown relationships: https://davidsuzuki.org/what-you-can-do/treaty-promises/
As I Remember It: Teaching from the Life of a Sliammon Elder – a digital multimedia edition of ɬaʔamɩn/Tla’amin Elder Elsie Paul’s life story and teachings https://publications.ravenspacepublishing.org/as-i-remember-it/index
With thanks to the Nation for their inspiring post.

Happy Labour Day. The Library will be closed on Monday, September 7 for Labour Day
09/04/2026

Happy Labour Day. The Library will be closed on Monday, September 7 for Labour Day

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is on September 30, 2026. In order to support reconciliation, we need to u...
09/03/2026

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is on September 30, 2026. In order to support reconciliation, we need to understand the impacts of systemic racism and discrimination.

To learn more about how to be an anti-racist and stand up for those around us who experience racism, here are some great resources:

How to talk about racism with friends and family - a CBC news article by Nicholas Bage: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/how-to-talk-about-racism-1.5753865
Protocols for engaging with Indigenous Peoples and community – a free resource provided by the Gord Downie and Chanie Wenjack Fund: https://downiewenjack.ca/our-work/protocols/
Anti-racism and the Anti-Racism Data Act – Learn more about how Indigenous Peoples are working with the BC government to combat systemic racism: https://antiracism.gov.bc.ca/research-priorities/
Residential School History – Summary provided by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation: https://nctr.ca/education/residential-school-history/
Why are treaties so contentious? Treaty Promises – A five-part series created by the David Suzuki Foundation about treaty making and understanding Treaty-Crown relationships: https://davidsuzuki.org/what-you-can-do/treaty-promises/
As I Remember It: Teaching from the Life of a Sliammon Elder – a digital multimedia edition of ɬaʔamɩn/Tla’amin Elder Elsie Paul’s life story and teachings https://publications.ravenspacepublishing.org/as-i-remember-it/index

Are you an avid audiobook listener? We have some new titles on order! Search our catalogue and place a hold or speak to ...
08/31/2026

Are you an avid audiobook listener? We have some new titles on order! Search our catalogue and place a hold or speak to one of our friendly service desk staff.

Don't see a title you want to listen to? Suggest a purchase at the service desk or fill out our online form https://prpl.ca/library-information/suggest-a-purchase/.

Prefer digital audiobooks? Login to Libby⁠! We have over 7000 audiobook titles available now!

Help us make the library better!Our Multilingual Collections and Services survey is designed to discover areas where we ...
08/28/2026

Help us make the library better!

Our Multilingual Collections and Services survey is designed to discover areas where we can improve services, collections, and programs for library users whose preferred language is something other than English.

Whether you’re a new user, a frequent user, or haven’t stepped inside in years, your perspective matters. The survey closes September 30, 2026.

Responses to this survey are completely anonymous. If you have any questions about the privacy of this survey, please contact [email protected] or call 604-485-4796.

Have your say today!

The next phase of BC Arts Council Strategy and Action Plan Development engagement for is now open.Join a virtual engagem...
08/26/2026

The next phase of BC Arts Council Strategy and Action Plan Development engagement for is now open.
Join a virtual engagement session to help shape the future of arts funding and support throughout British Columbia. Share your perspectives and help inform the future of B.C.'s arts and culture sector.
ASL interpretation and live transcription will be available.

08/21/2026

🚗 REMINDER: 🚧 Road Closure for the Blackberry Festival Street Party! 🍇🎉

Marine Avenue will be closed today, Friday, August 21, from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM to make room for the festivities!

Please plan your route in advance using the posted detours:
🟡 Willingdon Avenue (shown in YELLOW on the map)
🟢 Westview and Joyce Avenues (shown in GREEN on the map)

Thank you for your patience and drive safely! See you all at the Street Party! 🥳✨

The Library is a great place to work!We have two part-time page opportunities:* Page, part-time 6 hours per week* Page, ...
08/21/2026

The Library is a great place to work!

We have two part-time page opportunities:

* Page, part-time 6 hours per week

* Page, part-time 4 hours per week

Postings are open until August 28, 2026 at 5pm.

For more information visit prpl.ca/library-information/job-opportunities/

Address

6975 Alberni Street
Powell River, BC
V8A2B8

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 8:30pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 8:30pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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