Brockville Public Library (BPL) is included in and adopts the City of Brockville’s Accessibility Plan.
The Brockville Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee (BMAAC) completes an accessibility audit of the library facility on a regular basis.
All Brockville Public Library Board members, staff and volunteers are fully trained to be compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Accessible Documents
Most of the documents publicly available through our website are in PDF. Please ask us and we will provide information in an alternative format or with communication supports, given availability.
CELA (Centre for Equitable Library Access) Collections
CELA is a national not-for-profit organization that provides accessible reading services to people across Canada with print disabilities in multiple accessible formats, including audio and braille. You can access their collection with your BPL library card by contacting CELA directly at celalibrary.ca. After you contact them, staff from CELA will reach out to get an understanding of your accessibility needs.
Collections
BPL offers a variety of accessible book formats, including:
Home Delivery Service
Coordinated by Brockville Public Library staff and delivered by volunteers, this service is geared toward those who are unable to physically visit the facility. Visit our Home Delivery page for more information.
Library Facility (Built Environment)
BPL’s facility includes the following accessibility features:
- dedicated accessible parking spot on Buell St.
- ramp to the front door
- accessible ramp at the fire exit on the second floor
- accessibility buttons to open exterior doors
- elevator to access the second floor
- accessible washrooms on both floors
- lower counters at customer service desks
- accessible book drop under the George Street carport
- wide walkways and aisles
One-on-One Internet Training
If you need help getting online, free one-on-one internet training is available. Our volunteer can help you get an email address and get you on your way to surfing the web. Email techtutor@brockvillelibrary.ca to get started.