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Borrow from Other Libraries

Couldn’t find what you were looking for in the Library Collection? You may be able to borrow from another library using Inter-Library Loan.

About Illume

Search for items across BC library collections, including post-secondary institutions. Selected items will be delivered to your home library for pick-up.

Please note the following:

  • Only 1 active request is allowed at this time. Patience is appreciated with processing requests
  • Items can be borrowed for 21 days and are not renewable.
  • Requests will only be accepted for physical books and audiobooks.
  • Requests for new books (published within the last 12 months) will not be processed.
  • There may be fees involved for borrowing from academic libraries – please consult library staff.
  • Inter-Library Loan services are not available at the Piers Is. Community Library.

How to place a hold!

  1. Click to access Illume. No Login is necessary.
  2. Enter your search terms in the available fields. You can change the drop-down menu to search by the appropriate field (e.g. title, author, subject). Click “Search”
  3. A list of items from BC libraries will be displayed. Click on a title for more detailed information (opens a new window).
  4. If this is the title you want, click the “Request this Item” button.
  5. In the appropriate fields, enter your Last Name, First Name, Email and Phone Number.
  6. Click the “Submit” button at the top or bottom of the page.
  7. You may close the request window and go back to the search page for more titles.
  8. You will get a email when your item arrives.

Please note: Picking up item as soon as it is available is the best way to get the most out of your loan. Items are due 21 days after being received.

Have You explored our online collection? Click here for more information.

Visiting other BC public libraries

When visiting other BC public libraries, show your home library card to register and borrow items. Just ask at the library’s service desk for assistance. Note that your card must be active at your home library.

Library items can be returned at any BC public library, and items will be forwarded to their home library. Note that some libraries collect late fines on overdue items.

This service is provided through the provincially funded BC OneCard program.