Some of us may be working remotely but we're still here to help make your transition to McGill a smooth and happy one. From virtual workshops to e-resources, we've got you covered!
Services
Take a virtual workshop.- Chat, email or text with a librarian.
- Get to know the liaison librarian dedicated to your field of study.
- Borrow print books in person through the Library Pick-Up Service.
- Book a spot in re-imagined safe study spaces on campus.
Take a virtual Collections
- Access e-resources via the Library catalogue or Databases A-Z.
- Access Temporary Open & Free Resources.
- Use your McGill username and password to sign in to your library account.
- Find newspapers, apps, music, and videos.
Access
- Access Library e-resources from on and off campus.
- Access over 2M books from the Library's print collection through HathiTrust Digital Library's Emergency Temporary Access Service.
- Use the Interlibrary Loan (ILL) to obtain documents that are not part of the McGill Library collection.
Wellness
- Access e-books on health and wellness topics.
- Access online recordings through audio streaming services.
- Download a colouring book featuring the Library's Rare and Special Collections.
- Visit the Library's Health and Wellness page for more de-stress resources.
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Remote Learning Frequently Asked Questions
Can I visit a McGill Library branch?
Library branches on both campuses are closed until further notice. However, McGill students can take advantage of Study Hubs, re-imagined safe study spaces on campus that are designed for quiet and individual study. All in-person Library workshops, tours and events are cancelled. However, students can access e-resources 24/7 through the Library website.
I need help from a librarian. What do I do?
We're still here to answer your questions and help you find what you are looking for. Virtual reference services are available via chat, email or text or you can directly contact the Liaison Librarian dedicated to your field of study for subject-specific help with databases, e-resources, citations, bibliographies and more.
I need print materials to do research during the closure. Can I borrow a print book?
The Library began offering a Pickup Service mid-July 2020 for print books not available electronically or through the HathiTrust Emergency Temporary Access Service (ETAS). The current rollout provides access to books housed in the McLennan-Redpath Library Complex, the Nahum Gelber Law Library, the Islamic Studies Library and Marvin Duchow Music Library only. Materials from other branches are not available during this phase. Users can request up to ten items per week. Learn more about the procedure and fill out the request form.
For more FAQs about the Library's services during the closure, click here.
Upcoming Library workshops
