Oakville Public Library

Service: Accessible Collections & Services

Record #: OAK1309
Last Full Update: 18 Aug 2023

Contact Information

Office Phone 905-815-2042
Fax 905-815-2024
E-Mail specialservices@oakville.ca
Website www.opl.ca/Library-Services/Accessibility
Social Media Facebook Facebook, Instagram Instagram, Twitter Twitter, YouTube YouTube

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)

Delivery by Mail

  • if you are unable to come into the library in person, you may be eligible for OPL’s Delivery by Mail option
  • please email oplbymail@oakville.ca or contact your local branch to find out if you qualify
  • restricted to a maximum of two (2) books per package, 2 packages per month per customer 

Connection Kits

  • offering two types of connection kits, a Tablet + Wi-Fi Kit or an Accessible Reading Tablet
  • these kits are to help Oakville residents who are 55+ and do not have access to the internet or technology, stay connected with friends and family and to access alternate formats of reading material for those with print disabilities
  • to learn more, please call your local branch for more information 

MagnusCards

  • the MagnusCards app is designed to help individuals with autism or other special needs interact independently and with confidence in the Oakville community
  • users can follow guides to library services by downloading the app for free through the App Store or on Google Play 

Reading Aides

  • Kurzweil Reading Machines available at Woodside and Central Branch
  • ZoomText: a screen magnification software that allows customers to view the library catalogue and the internet in large print available at Woodside and Central Branch
  • SmartView: a magnifier that enhances all reading materials (magazines, newspapers, photographs, bills) is available at the Woodside Branch only
  • VictorReader: a Daisy disc player - available at Woodside Branch only

Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) Resources

  • through a partnership with the CNIB/CELA library, Woodside Branch is able to access the collections and services of the CNIB/CELA library on behalf of CNIB/CELA clients and Special Services customers
  • collections of the CNIB/CELA library include Braille, Talking Books and magazines, electronic text and descriptive videos
Hours

Visit website for branch hours

Areas Served Oakville
Eligibility Oakville residents, eligibility varies by service
Application

Call or visit

Languages English ; Interpretive Services
Fees None

Site Information

Located In Community Oakville
Address & Map
Oakville, ON
 
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Mailing Address c/o Oakville Public Library, Central Branch 
120 Navy St 
Oakville, ON L6J 2Z4
Physical Access Fully Accessible

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