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...
Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 10:31 AM
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...
Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 1:34 PM
I lost my library card. How do I get a replacement?
To receive a new library card, please visit your local branch, along with identification that shows your Burlington address and photo.
Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 1:36 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, 21 Aug, 2026 at 1:54 PM
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 Suggest a Title/Interlibrary Loan service.  P...
Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 1:35 PM
I’m a member of another public library in Halton Region, 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 Suggest a Title/Interlibrary Loa...
Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 1:53 PM
I don't live locally. How can I pay for a non-resident membership?
Non-resident members are welcome but must pay an annual fee to get a BPL card with full borrowing privileges, including access to online resources. This fee...
Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 1:55 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...
Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 1:56 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.
Thu, 30 Jul, 2026 at 4:08 PM
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, 21 Aug, 2026 at 1:57 PM