Welcome to KPL's eBranch!

 

The Kitchener Public Library offers several online services which are available to you from the comfort of your own home.

 

 

Reference Services

 

You can get real-time, live answers from a librarian through our online chat reference service. You can also email a question to KPL staff using our Ask A Librarian service.

 

 

Research Tools

 

Need to find in-depth information? You can use KPL's extensive collection of databases to find reliable, credible research on just about any topic from the comfort of your own home. You can also access the library's collection of Great Sites, a large list of useful and informative websites compiled by KPL staff.

 

And if you are looking for historical and heritage information, be sure to check out our digital archives, which provide a unique glimpse at the history of Kitchener and the surrounding region.

 

 

Books, CDs, DVDs and more

 

To search for materials you wish to borrow, and to place holds, please click on the Catalogue tab at the top of the screen to access the library's online catalogue. You can also download e-books and e-audio books to your computer, mobile device or MP3 player.

 

 

Library Services

 

Do you need a library card? You can apply for a library card online. If you have a library card, you can use it to view your record to check your due dates, renew items, freeze holds and more.

 

 

Library Newsletters and Publications

 

Want to learn a little bit about the library, and its collections? You can sign up for KPL's popular e-newsletters to receive monthly updates on topics of interest in your Inbox.

 

To find out which programs and events are taking place at the library this season, you can read In Touch! magazine online, or download your own copy.