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Accessibility Services

The Ajax Public Library welcomes and encourages people with disabilities to use the Library’s services and resources. The Library provides access for all individuals in a way that respects their right to dignity, independence and integration.

The Library strives to provide everyone with equitable access to a wide range of library services in a welcoming and supportive environment. The Library will consider the individual needs of people with disabilities in delivery service by:

Considering individual and special needs when applying Library policies
Communicating with individuals in a way that meets their needs
Welcoming feedback and suggestions about the provision of services and resources in a variety of formats
Welcoming accompanying support persons
Offering a wide range of assistive devices
Welcoming service animals
Informing people when services are temporarily disrupted, for example, when the Library is going to be closed, or if the website is not available
Training staff and volunteers to provide the best possible service

Accessibility Policy

Please provide your feedback

If you have comments about the Library's Accessible Customer Service Policy, please let us know. Let us know what services you are interested in, for example, large print books, audio books on CD, library facilities and online services, etc.

You can contact us by:

Phone: 905.683.4000 x 8801
Email
In person: any library branch

What Can You Find Here?

Internet access: Over 50 computers available to access the Internet throughout the branches. Access to USB for fast and large documents and file downloads. 1 hour of self-service time available. Wireless Internet available at the Main and McLean Branches. See the Wireless Access Guide for details.
Access to the online catalogue: Search for materials, Renew Books, Review Items out and Check Choice Read Lists - 24/7.
ATAM:Telephone Renewal and Notification Service: 24/7 telephone messaging service available to renew materials, notification of holds and check due-dates.
Books: Diverse Collection of materials ranging from Childrens to Adult to Multilingual to Reference and including emerging collections such as graphic novels and comics.
Audio books on CD: Large Audio book collection available on CD. Vast collection of titles available.
Large print books: Large Print books are complete, unabridged books designed with large, clear print on non-glare paper allowing for easy reading.
Magazines and newspapers: From current events to leisure publications a braod range of titles are available.
Materials in other languages: Wide selection of mixed media resources and multilingual collections.
Government publications: Local Government publications are available from the reference collection. Publications of local interest are also kept.
Music Compact discs: CDs of eclectic genres from Rock and Pop to Classical to World are featured.
CNIB audio: Tapes and CDs exclusively for CNIB customers.
DVDs: Large selection of Popular DVDs from the top Entertainment Movies to the best Non-Fiction has to offer.
Games: Select your favourite video games from PlayStation 2, XBox, GameCube and Wii platforms.

We have helpful Staff to Assist You

Information and Reference help : Information Services are always available to help locate information and provide reference help in person, by email or by phone.

Reserves on material: Something you want is already taken out? Go on the catalogue 24/7 to place holds on exactly what you want. You will be notified by phone or email (depending on preference) when the item is available.

Library tours: A group wants to visit? A custom library tours can be arranged by calling your local branch.

Visiting Library Service (for the homebound): VLS can be arranged for those that are homebound. Books are selected based on preference and delivered on a schedule.

Photocopiers: B/W and Colour copies are available for a nominal charge. With self-serve machines available for use.

Study space: Need a quiet space to study? Need a large table to work as a group? If you prefer quiet spaces or need more of a collective working area each unique study space can be found.

Loans from other libraries: Need something but can not find it locally. There is a possiblity that we can Interloan it from another Library. Talk to a reference staff person for more information on what types of materials are allowed. Click here for more details.

Internet computers / Word Processing: With over 50 computers available and a dozen Word workstations your computer needs can be fullfilled. Printing available from each machine (even computers that do not have Word on them) at a nominal rate. 1 Hour of access is available and depending on how busy more time is sometimes available.

Programs for children & adults: Wide selection of programs for all age groups. Check the Whats On page for up to date information on ongoing programs

Storytime programs for preschoolers: Storytime runs continously with programs year round. Check the Storytime page for dates and times

Computer Resources

Access to electronic magazine databases are available at all branches.
All branches offer public access to the Internet.
All branches offer word processing applications (printing charges apply).
Wireless Internet in Main Branch.

Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB)

Books, magazines and audio books for the visually impaired are available at the Main Branch.

Visiting Library Service

Visiting Library Service (VLS) is available to homebound customers. Materials are delivered to VLS customers on a regular schedule. Material selections are based on the customer's reading preferences determined during a registration interview. For more information please call 905-683-4000, ext. 8850.

Room Rentals / Bookings / Art Displays

Looking for a comfortable setting to conduct your meeting, workshop, or seminar? Consider the Ajax Public Library's room rental opportunities. The Main Branch Library has three rooms available for rental.

The Rotary Room is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Ajax. The room is a multipurpose facility with an adjoining warming kitchen. The room can be divided in half. Full room capacity at tables is 125 people. Room A (with warming kitchen) has a capacity of 65 people. Room B has a capacity of 60 people. The room is booked in four hour time blocks.

The Small Meeting Room can accommodate up to 6 individuals in a fixed table arrangement. It is booked on an hourly basis.

The Children's Program Room can accommodate up to 24 children and 4 adults in a fixed table arrangement. All furnishings are sized to accommodate pre-school children. The room is available for children's programming only.

How to Book Rooms

For further information refer to the Room Booking Policyavailable at library branches. All Meeting Room bookings are taken at the Main Branch during open hours. Confirmation of the availability will be made within 24 hours. Bookings will be confirmed upon payment receipt. Please call 905-683-4000 ext. 8809 for more information and current rates.

Art Displays

The Main Branch offers display opportunities for local artists and cultural groups. Check out the Art Exhibit Policyfor details or contact the Information Service Coordinatorat 905-683-4000 x8802.