COVID Safety at the Library

Be safe while you visit

As of February 22, 2021, all branches have reopened with limited services in accordance with current Provincial guidelines. Curbside pickup is available for anyone unable to wear a mask or who prefers to stay outside.

Social distancing and safety measures are in place. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 some services are not available at this time. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding during this transition!

Learn about our Online Services here.

Learn about our Curbside Pickup service here.

Safety procedures 

Here's what you can expect when you visit the library:

• Visitors must wear a face mask in accordance with the County of Brant Face Covering by-law.
• Each branch is limiting the number of patrons inside the building at any one time to maintain appropriate social distancing. 
• Patrons must sanitize their hands before entering the building (sanitizer is provided at all entry points and throughout the branches). 
• Patrons must follow directional signage to maintain social distancing. 
• High touch surfaces will be cleaned more frequently.
• Patrons who want to browse our DVDs will be provided with disposable gloves while using this collection.
• Self-checkout units have been updated to reduce touch interactions during checkout.
• Parents must keep their children close to prevent accidentally breaking social distancing rules.
• Patrons who are ill or who have reason to believe they have come in contact with COVID-19 will not be permitted in the library per recommendations set out by government and health officials.

Modified services

In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the following in-branch services will be modified or unavailable:

• Public internet computer use will be limited to a maximum of 45 minutes per patron, per day.
  • The number of public computers has been reduced to accommodate social distancing. 
  • Computers are still available on a first come, first-served basis. Please plan your visit accordingly as you may have to wait longer than usual for a computer.
• All returns should be placed in exterior drop boxes with exceptions for oversized items or electronics.
  • Items are quarantined for 5 days before being checked in. As always we do not charge overdue fees.
  • Items marked with "DO NOT PLACE IN DROP BOX" may be returned inside the branch during open hours.
• Study areas, lounge seating, meeting rooms, and play areas are not available.
• Public washrooms and water fountains are not available. 
• 3D printing is not available.
• Children's Early Literacy stations and Imagination Stations are not available.
• Payment for printing or photocopying requires exact change. 
• Staff will only be able to provide limited assistance to patrons using our public computers, collections, and other services.
• Tech Coach appointments with the Brant Skills Centre are not available. 
• Our online services will continue to be available from the comfort of your home!
• Online programming for children, teens, and adults will continue.
• Information requests and readers' advisory interviews will be handled through our Book-a-Talk telephone service.