Halifax Public Libraries Closure Details

All locations of the Halifax Public Libraries will be temporarily closed until further notice due to a NSUPE, Local 14 strike. During a work stoppage, the community can expect: 

  • All Halifax Public Libraries’ locations will be closed. 
  • All book drops will be closed during this period.  
  • Regularly scheduled programs will be cancelled. 
  • Room bookings will be cancelled.  
  • All library loans will be extended. Materials will be due after library service resumes, and there are no fines or fees for overdue items.  
  • Our website www.HalifaxPublicLibraries.ca will remain up to date. The website allows you to get a library card online, search the library collection, access digital services and check your Library account.  
  • Holds can be placed on materials via the website but will not be available for pick up. All materials on hold will be available when the Library re-opens. 
  • Digital services like Hoopla, Libby, Overdrive, Kanopy, PressReader and WIFI will be available.  
  • TeleAccess Service (902) 490-5845 will be available. 

Our website will be updated when regular library service returns.  

Additional resources:

Halifax Public Libraries Labour Update