Safety Measures at Surrey Libraries

Surrey Libraries is working to keep everyone safe at our branches.  

Last Updated: April 8, 2022

We are continuing to follow all provincial health orders and WorkSafeBC guidelines to help protect our patrons and staff:

• Do not enter the branch if you feel unwell or are required to self-isolate
• Masks are optional

Thank you for your continued patience and support as we face this pandemic together.

Safety Measures 

What we’re doing 

• Following all Provincial Health Orders
• Providing hand sanitizer  
• Plexiglass dividers at service counters 
• Frequently cleaning high-touch areas 
• Training Library staff in safety measures

What you can do

• Stay home if you are feeling sick or are required to self-isolate 
• Consider wearing a mask in the library
• Wash or sanitize your hands before entering the building 
• Follow all signs 
• Always remain with your children when in the library  

Services

Not Available

• Accepting materials donations  

Available

• Holds pick-up 
• Book returns (only during open hours at Clayton)
• Computer access
• Wi-Fi 
• Browsing shelves to select materials
• Newspapers and magazines
• Printing and photocopying
• Scanning (All locations except the Ocean Park and Port Kells branches)
• Self-checkout stations  
• Patron assistance and technology help
• Washroom access  
• Book sales at some locations
• If you do not wish to enter the library and would still like to borrow material, please call your local branch to discuss your options. 
• Group tours (pre-registration required)
• Group and silent study rooms
• In-person programming
• Meeting room rentals (not yet available at all locations)

If you have any questions, please contact us.