Unlock More with SmartLibrary: One Card, Twelve Libraries
Posted on Monday, October 27th, 2025
Have you ever been frustrated when your local library doesn’t have the book or resource you need? Imagine being able to borrow from twelve different libraries — public and academic — across the Ottawa–Gatineau region, all with a single card.
That’s the magic of SmartLibrary.
What Is SmartLibrary?
SmartLibrary is a partnership between twelve libraries in the National Capital Region that lets you use one card to access all their collections. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or lifelong learner, SmartLibrary opens the doors to millions of books, DVDs, and digital resources.
📚 Visit the official site → smartlib-bibliogen.ca
Why You’ll Love It
Here’s why SmartLibrary is a game-changer for knowledge seekers:
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More Access: Browse and borrow from twelve different libraries instead of just one.
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More Languages: Access both English and French materials, from popular novels to scholarly research.
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More Convenience: Borrow from the location that’s easiest for you — whether you’re in Ottawa or Gatineau.
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More Variety: Academic journals, local history, movies, kids’ books — you name it, one of the partner libraries probably has it.
How to Get Your SmartLibrary Card
It’s easy!
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Be a member of one of the partner libraries.
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Ask for a SmartLibrary card at your home library.
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Start borrowing from any participating location.
Just remember: you’re responsible for returning items on time and following each library’s borrowing rules.
Meet the Partners
SmartLibrary brings together some of the region’s top public and academic libraries, including:
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Ottawa Public Library – with over 2 million items and a wide range of programs and services.
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Bibliothèque municipale de Gatineau – offering 664,000 French-language documents across 10 branches.
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Algonquin College Library
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Carleton University Library
- Canadian War Museum & Canadian Science & Technology Museum Library and Archives
- National Gallery of Canada
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Université du Québec en Outaouais Library
…and several others.
Together, they form a powerful network that makes learning and discovery easier than ever.
Why It Matters
In a world full of subscription services and paywalls, SmartLibrary is a reminder that knowledge should be free and accessible. It connects people to information, supports bilingual learning, and encourages community growth — all through collaboration between libraries.
Ready to Explore?
As an Algonquin College student you’re just one step away from unlocking a much larger collection. Visit smartlib-bibliogen.ca to find out how to get your SmartLibrary card and start borrowing today.