Pierrefonds library

Due to the activation of the Level 1 – Vigilance (green zone) in Montreal, Public Libraries are now partially open to the public. Contactless book loans are permitted and access to book shelves is allowed. Organized activities are limited, for more information, please call 514 626-1800 or visit us in person.

Services offered with respect to Covid-19 sanitary measures

• Access to shelves for the general public, under certain restrictions
• Contactless loan
• Reservations by phone
• Online services: online reservation and digital library
• Returns and drop-off chute
• Interlibrary loan (request by phone)
• Access to photocopiers and scanners
• Study tables available: first come, first serve (limited number)
• Computer stations and study rooms available: mandatory reservation the day before or the same day (maximum 2 hours per day, maximum 4 hours per week - by phone at 514 626-1800)
• Access to the fabric library (Fab lab) only for urgent 3D prints and according to the library technician’s schedule. 
• Access to periodicals and journals

Important note : Some chairs are available for people with reduced mobility.

Loans

Books and other items can be borrowed in person or at a distance by reservation. You must reserve items online or by phone at: 514 626-1800. When you are notified by phone or e-mail that your items are ready, you can visit your library’s counter.

Conditions:

• Maximum 15 reservations per library card
• Loan time: Four weeks for all items
• Maximum 40 items per library card

Reserve online (in French)

Membership

You can become a member in most libraries. Virtual membership continues as usual.

Register (in French)

Online services

Digital collections and online services, like virtual memberships, online reservations, digital library, audio books, remain available at all times.

Returns

Returns are business as usual. Just take your items to the library counter or use the outdoor drop-off chute. You must return fragile items, such as games and musical instruments, to the counter.

Before you go

Here are a few things to know before you head to the library. 

• Prepare your face covering, as it is mandatory for people over age 12 in enclosed public spaces;
• Bring a reusable bag, your library card and your family members’ library cards (if you are picking up items for them); 
• Plan on lineups to enter the library if it is at maximum capacity;
• If you come with your family, please limit yourselves to one parent and keep your kids close to you. 

 Please postpone your visit if you are experiencing symptoms related to COVID-19.

Membership

• Ville de Montréal residents and tax payers: free
• Non-residents:
  • Youth (13 years of age or under): 44 $
  • Adults: 88 $
  • Seniors (65 years of age, proof to be provided): 56 $
• Ville de Montréal employees and retired employees: free
• Students (13 years of age or older, attending full-time a Montréal institution, proof to be provided): free

Online membership here (in French)

Registration to library activities

Covid-19: The registration to library activities is suspended until further notice.

Choose two of the following options:

1. In person at the Pierrefonds library and Roxboro library’s front desk ;

2. Over the phone by calling : 514 626-3009.

Buy your show tickets

Covid-19: The purchase of show tickets is suspended until further notice.

 Choose four of the following options:

1. Online via the online ticketing service Tuxedo ;

2. In person at the Access Office Montreal (Borough hall) ;

3. In person at the venue, one hour prior to the show, if seats are still available ;

4. Over the phone by calling : 514 626-1598.

Spaces and Services - A destination that exceeds book consumption

• Individual/groups study rooms
• Multifunctional room
• Fabrication lab
• Pop-up shops (audio-video displays)
• Expansion of the animation room
• Toddlers corner and playground
• Teen Zone
• Parents space
• Allocated reading area
• Multimedia room
• Game room
• Genealogy room
• Interior garden
• Outside terrace
• Reading stands

Sustainable construction and universal accessibility

By respecting the Sustainable Development Policy adopted by the City of Montreal, the new Pierrefonds library aims to obtain the LEED Gold construction certification and meets its accessibility commitments to enable everyone to enjoy the community space.

Participate to our Quiz game and get a chance to win a book!

Evaluate your knowledge of sustainability and learn about the actions taken during the design, construction and operation of the library to reduce its ecological footprint by taking our quiz game. This questionnaire also invites you to explore new ways of consuming, producing, working and living together to meet major environmental and social challenges.

These environmental initiatives at the Pierrefonds library are part of the orientation of the Ville de Montreal. It aims to accelerate the ecological transition by reducing greenhouse gases, and  by limiting the extent of climate change by adapting and mitigating their impacts while enhancing urban resilience

Get a chance to win a book by filling the questionnaire before October 22, 2021. A total of 10 winners will be drawn among the participants. Take the quiz now!

About - The story of a great transformation

The Pierrefonds library project, which required $20.3 million in investments, was carried out as part of the Programme de rénovation, d’agrandissement et de construction de bibliothèques (RAC) and funded through the Entente sur le développement culturel de Montréal, concluded by the Ville de Montréal and the ministère de la Culture et des Communications. Additional funding of $5 million from the Borough of Pierrefonds-Roxboro was provided for the development of administrative spaces and the addition of documents to the collection, for a total project cost of $25.3 million. In addition to the new and renewed services, the surface area of the new library has also been doubled, totalling 3967m2.

In 2012, it was officially announced the Pierrefonds Library would undergo a major renovation. There were two main issues with the old library: the lack of space to house its collection of over 120,000 books and manuscripts and the need to modernize the services offered to its visitors by providing an environment adapted to contemporary needs. In 2013, through an architectural competition, the jury selected the consortium Chevalier Morales architects and DMA architects. The design of the future library would win the prestigious Award of Excellence from Canadian Architect Magazine before even breaking ground.

The library officially reopened to the grand public on May 23, 2019.