Library Cards

How do I sign up for a library card?
If you live, work, attend school, or pay property taxes in Burlington, you can sign up for a free Burlington Public Library card. Come into your local libra...
Wed, 8 Mar, 2023 at 3:22 PM
Can I sign up for a library card online?
Yes, if you live, work, attend school, or pay property taxes in Burlington, you can sign up for a free Burlington Public Library card by completing the onli...
Wed, 8 Mar, 2023 at 3:48 PM
I lost my library card. How do I get a replacement?
Please visit your local branch, along with identification that shows your Burlington address and a photo, to receive a new library card.
Wed, 8 Mar, 2023 at 3:26 PM
My library barcode is not recognized when I try to log in.
Please try these troubleshooting tips first: Enter your library card # with no spaces between the numbers, and then enter the last four digits of your ph...
Fri, 1 Sep, 2023 at 9:55 AM
I’m a Hamilton Public Library cardholder, can I borrow from BPL?
Yes! Hamilton Public Library members have full borrowing privileges at BPL except for online resources and Interlibrary Loan service. Please visit any BPL b...
Tue, 5 Mar, 2024 at 3:45 PM
I’m a Halton Hills, Milton, or Oakville cardholder, can I borrow from BPL?
As a member of a neighbouring library system, you can have full borrowing privileges at BPL except for online resources and Interlibrary Loan Service. Pleas...
Wed, 8 Mar, 2023 at 3:39 PM
Why can’t I access eResources at BPL?
Digital resources are only available to customers who live, work, attend school, or pay property taxes in Burlington and have a valid Burlington Public Libr...
Wed, 8 Mar, 2023 at 3:43 PM
I want to borrow books but my library card is blocked. What do I do?
Please call us for help during open hours at 905.639.3611. 
Fri, 1 Sep, 2023 at 9:56 AM
Why was my online library card application rejected?
The Online Library Card Registration form uses an automated process to verify the details provided. Some of the possible reasons your library card applicat...
Fri, 22 Nov, 2024 at 5:17 PM