Learn about loans, renewals, returns, holds and fees.
Loan Limits
How many items can you borrow?
Adult Card: 30 items
Child Card: 15 items (a limit of 3 media items)
Loan Lengths
How long can you borrow library materials?
7 days: Movies, Chromebooks, DVD/Blu-ray player, Kitchen equipment, Projector, SAD light, Go Pro, Board games, Museum passes
14 days: Musical instruments, Sewing machine, Cricut, Yoto Player and Yoto Cards, Magazines, T.V Shows, Music CD’s
21 days: Books, eReaders, Literacy Kits, Jigsaw Puzzles, Daisy Reader
28 days: Radon Kit
Renewals
If you wish to extend the borrowing period for an item, you may be able to renew your items.
Starting January 2nd, we will attempt to automatically renew your library items on the due date, up to 2 times.
Each auto-renewal gives you an additional full loan period, and we’ll notify you of the new due date, and if any of your items could not be automatically renewed via email.
Only a couple of types of items won’t automatically renew. Items on hold for another person, and items borrowed through our Interlibrary Loan service.
You’ll also have the option to manually renew your items one more time after your two auto-renewals if you’d like to keep your items a little longer. To manage your account, renew items and check due dates, log in to your online account.
Returns
Library materials can be returned to the Pemberton Library at any time! If the library is closed, you can drop off items in our after-hours returns bin.
This bin is situated in the wall on the northwest corner of the Community Centre and can be accessed by using the stairs near the fire lane on Cottonwood Street.
Returning to Other Libraries
You can return your library materials to any library in British Columbia, except for items borrowed from other libraries through our interlibrary loan service. Items are checked in when they arrive back at Pemberton Library.
Please note that it can take up to two weeks for items to get back to our library. There are no late fines, but you may see these items on your account for up to two weeks after you’ve returned them to another library.
Fees and Charges
The Pemberton Library is a Fines Free Library! We don’t charge late fees for overdue items.
Lost Items:
If you lose an item, a replacement fee may charged. Items are considered lost if they are 28 days overdue. The replacement fee is removed automatically if the item is returned to the library in good condition.
Damaged items:
If you damage an item, you may be charged the replacement cost. Common damage includes: water damage, mold, pet damage. We do not charge for damage caused through normal wear and tear.
Notes:
- You cannot borrow materials if you have $10 or more owing in fees.
- If you have existing charges and are experiencing financial hardship, please talk to a member of staff to discuss your options.
- Parents & guardians are responsible for fees and charges on their child’s account (ages 0-11).