Public Library Services
3D printing is available to library card holders at six PEI Public Library Service locations.
Public Libraries Offering 3D Printing
Library
Printer model
Confederation Centre Public Library...
TumbleBookLibrary helps to teach kids in grades K-6 the joy of reading by using animation, music, and narration to bring picture books to life. Read along online, or have TumbleBooks read to you.
TumbleBookCloud Junior is a collection of e-books, read-...
CELA
CELA (the Centre for Equitable Library Access) is a national not-for-profit organization focused on the creation, collection, delivery and preservation of both digital and physical alternate format accessible materials to print disabled...
If you're a resident of Prince Edward Island, you can apply online for a free library card. When you apply for an adult or child’s public library card on the web, a temporary one will be mailed to you. Please call any public library within 30 days of...
The Public Library Service and the PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada offer a free program to help adults learn English. The program includes one-on-one tutoring and group conversations.
I want to volunteer. What’s expected?
Complete the tutor...
The Community Care Facility Book Delivery Service gives community care facility residents access to:
books (regular and large-print)
audiobooks
CDs
DVDs
Library staff choose and deliver items to participating facilities every six weeks.
How ...
Your library card gives you 24/7 access to a wide variety of e-books and downloadable audiobooks through the Public Library Service's OverDrive site. You can read or listen through your web browser, download to a Kobo device, or set up Libby - the...
The Public Library Service provides access to French-language items such as books, CDs, and DVDs at all 26 branch libraries and through several online resources. French-language services, programming, and a wider range of materials are also available at...
From organizing book sales and sponsoring special projects to promoting libraries in the wider community, Friends of the Library groups play an important role in the work of the Public Library Service.
How can I get involved?
If serving in a Friends of...
The Home Library Service is an outreach program that delivers library materials to Islanders who are not able to visit a library in person. Items are chosen by library staff, and delivered by volunteers every six weeks.
Who is eligible?
This service is...
Social Media
The Public Library Service has an active presence on social media. Like or follow us on the following platforms:
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
YouTube
Stack Attack
Stack Attack is the PEI Public Library Service's podcast. It's a...
Subscribe to the library's RSS feeds today today and keep track of the newest arrivals in books, DVDs, and more.
Library Catalogue
Search for items, place requests, manage your account, and more.
OverDrive
Use your library card for 24/7 access to a wide variety of ebooks and audiobooks. New to downloading? Click here for help.
Flipster
Flipster is the Public...
Music & Memory is a non-profit organization that uses personalized music to improve the lives of individuals with cognitive and physical conditions. By partnering with Music & Memory, the PEI Public Library Service aims to help Islanders living...
All public libraries are open for in-library browsing and limited computer use during regular hours. Physical distancing is required, and a limited number of people are permitted inside at one time.
Curbside pickup is still available for those who...
Some public libraries are not accepting donations at this time. Contact your nearest branch to find out more.
Books and other materials can be donated at any branch of the Public Library Service. The library reserves the right to place donations and to...
Email plshq@gov.pe.ca to register; you will receive an invitation link with instructions from Zoom. Registration closes at 4 p.m. the day before the event.
Genealogy One-on-One
Schedule a half-hour one-on-one virtual appointment with library staff and...
Flipster is the Public Library Service's digital news stand. Use your library card for 24/7 access to full-colour digital magazines with no waiting lists or limits. Read the latest copy of your favourite title or browse the back files for earlier...
Digital Accessible Information System (DAISY) audiobooks are designed specifically for people with print disabilities who wish to hear and navigate written print in an audible format. In order to borrow DAISY audiobooks, you must register for Accessible...
You can use the interlibrary loan service to borrow an item that is not available locally from another library. Items eligible for interlibrary loan include books over two years old, copies of articles from journals or magazines, and microfilm and...
How do I reserve a computer at the library?
Select the location where you would like to use a computer (Charlottetown or Summerside), then press "Reserve a PC".
Will I need anything else?
Yes, you will need your library card number, your PIN, the type...
At-home access to Ancestry Library Edition is available to anyone with a valid PEI library card until December 31, 2021. Visit the library's online catalogue, log in with your card number and PIN, and look for the link in the blue bar at the top of the...
You can use the Public Library Service's online catalogue to search for books, DVDs, music, audiobooks, and more. The catalogue also allows you to browse new additions to the collection, place requests, and renew eligible checkouts at any time.
How do I...
Autism PEI Collection
In partnership with the Autism Society of Prince Edward Island, Islanders can borrow items from the Society's in-house collection with a public library card. Browse for items in this collection by visiting the library's online...
If you wish to recommend that the library purchase an item that is not currently available in the online catalogue, take a few minutes to fill out the Suggest a Purchase form. If you have multiple suggestions, you must complete a separate online form for...
The Public Library Service is grateful to all the volunteers who dedicate their time and enthusiasm to enriching public libraries across the province.
As a volunteer, what would I do?
As a volunteer, you would assist in a number of important areas...
If you're a resident of Prince Edward Island, you can apply for a free library card online or by calling the Confederation Centre Public Library, the Summerside Rotary Library, or Public Library Service Headquarters.
What do I need to sign up?
You will...