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Library memberships are free to all residents in Coquitlam and all areas served by Interlink Libraries, opens a new window.
Library Loans
Most items:
- Are available for a 21 day loan period
- Can be renewed up to 2 times
- Are late-fee free
Please note:
- Renewals are not permitted for Express Loan items, or items reserved by other customers.
- You are responsible for all the materials borrowed on your card and for any charges on items that are lost or damaged.
- You will lose your borrowing privileges if you owe $25 on your Library account.
Fines, Limits, and Fees
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Most materials are available late-fee free to Library customers for a 21 day loan period, with up to 2 renewals. Exceptions are:
Item Type Loan Period Limit Renewals Book Club Sets 49 days 1 per registered club 0 Equipment 1 day 5 per card 0 Express Loan Books 7 days 2 per card 0 Express Loan Movies 3 days 2 per card 0 Lendable Laptops 2 hours free use, then rental fee applies. Learn more » 1 per card 0 Immersive Reality Books & Goggles 14 days 2 per card 2 Lendable Tech including: Binoculars, Telescope Kits, Blu-ray Players, GoPro's, Happy Light Lamps, Playaway Launchpads, Vehicle Diagnostic Scanners, and ZTE Smart Hubs 14 days 1 each per card 2 Radon Detectors 42 days 1 per card 2 Robots (including Ozobots & Spheros) 14 days 5 per card 2 Talking Books (including Wonderbooks & VOX Books) 21 days 5 per card 2 Vacation Loans 9 weeks (conditions apply). Contact us » 0 Video Games 14 days 2 per card 2 -
The Library does not charge late fees on most items, with the exception of express books, express movies, lendable laptops, and interlibrary loans.
Items not returned 21 days after the due date will be charged a replacement and processing fee. This charge will remain on the account until the item is returned or the charge is paid.
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Customers can borrow up to 100 items on a card. There are some limits based on material type or card type.
Item Type Loan Period Limit Renewals Book Club Sets 49 days 1 per registered club 0 Equipment 1 day 5 per card 0 Express Loan Books 7 days 2 per card 0 Express Loan Movies 3 days 2 per card 0 Lendable Laptops 2 hours free use, then rental fee applies. Learn more » 1 per card 0 Immersive Reality Books & Goggles 14 days 2 per card 2 Lendable Tech including: Binoculars, Telescope Kits, Blu-ray Players, GoPro's, Happy Light Lamps, Playaway Launchpads, Vehicle Diagnostic Scanners, and ZTE Smart Hubs 14 days 1 each per card 2 Radon Detectors 42 days 1 per card 2 Robots (including Ozobots & Spheros) 14 days 5 per card 2 Talking Books (including Wonderbooks & VOX Books) 21 days 5 per card 2 Vacation Loans 9 weeks (conditions apply). Contact us » 0 Video Games 14 days 2 per card 2 -
From the account login page, click on Forgot your Password. Follow the instructions and enter your library card number (not your email address) to reset your PIN. Need help? Contact us at 604-554-7323 or ask@coqlibrary.ca.
Membership Fees for Non-Residents
Library memberships are free to all residents of Coquitlam and to residents of all areas served by Interlink libraries in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley.
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