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Services for ... Co-op Students on Work Term

Using Other Libraries

Direct Borrowing

Through resource sharing programs with other universities in Ontario, Quebec and the Western provinces, you can borrow in person from the university libraries in these provinces. You must register your WatCard with their Circulation Desk first. Check Reciprocal Borrowing for details and exceptions. Undergraduate students do not have borrowing privileges at Quebec university libraries, the University of Toronto and the Ontario College of Art.

Library catalogues can be searched before you visit another library to borrow directly.

Public Library

To obtain a card you must present verification of your name, address, and sometimes signature and complete a library card application. If you live outside the library’s area, you may have to pay an annual fee to obtain a card. You do not need a letter from the UW Library to obtain a public library card! Ask at your public library for more details.


Last Updated: January 28, 2013