Inter-Library Loan
What is an Inter-Library Loan
Inter-Library loans (ILLO) are the way library materials are made available from one library system to another. We ask that you please check our catalogue first for the item you would like. If we do not currently own that item, ask a staff member to request the item on Inter-Library Loan.
Inter-Library Loan Terms and Conditions
- The usual loan period is three weeks with a possible two week extension.
- Renewals must be requested 3-5 days prior to the due date by contacting the library.
- Inter-Library loans can take from 1-6 weeks to arrive.
- All patrons may borrow a maximum of two inter-library loan items at a time.
- Loss of borrowing privileges will result if a user is consistently late with the return of their Inter-Library loans.
- If an item is damaged or lost, the lending library will determine the charges that you, the borrower, are responsible for.
- Certain restrictions apply. Materials requested must be:
- At least one year old for all materials requested.
- Not in high demand in other libraries.
- Not fragile or rare.
- In agreement with the policy of the lending library.
Renewing an Inter-Library Loan
You cannot renew a due date online. You must contact library staff to request a renewal of the loan period. Please contact the Inter-Library Loan Department at our library. Telephone: 705-322-1482 Email: elmvale@springwaterlibrary.ca.