Our Policies
Library Code of Conduct
The Township of McKellar Public Library provides free and equitable access to services in a welcoming and supportive environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. The rules set out here are intended to ensure the dignity and safety of the public and the staff, and to maintain the security of library property without disruption to library service.
Be respectful of others.
- No food or drink (other than water) in the library except during officially sanctioned library events.
- Speak and work at a soft volume.
- Set your mobile device to vibrate or mute.
- Follow the Internet Services Policy while using the Internet.
- Refrain from foul, abusive, or discriminatory language or actions.
- Respect the sensibilities of others when viewing materials in the Library.
- Bring in only registered guide or service animals.
- Obtain permission from the Library to distribute literature or post materials on Library property. Solicitation is not permitted in the Library.
- Get permission of people in photos or videos you are taking. Parents or guardians must provide permission for children.
- Respect others with sensitivities to scents, and limit the use of scented products.
- Wear proper clothing and footwear.
- Report disruptive behaviour to a Library employee.
Be respectful of Library property.
- Use the Library’s materials, computers, equipment, and furniture with care.
- Throw out or recycle your garbage.
- Keep aisles, corridors, and spaces around you clear so that others can easily access them.
- Park bicycles, scooters, and small recreational motorized vehicles outside the Library. Small items such as skateboards or roller blades may be brought in but may not be used inside the Library or near the entrance.
Be safe.
- Keep your belongings with you as the Library is not responsible for lost items.
- Leave the building in case of fire, fire drills, or other emergencies.
- Follow the instructions of Library employees or security staff.
Loan Regulations
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Our Library is open to both year round and seasonal residents. Temporary Library Cards for Non-residents are available for $25.00 a year.
- Books, magazines and audiobooks are allowed to be taken out for 3 weeks.
- DVD’s and Videos are allowed to be taken out for a week.
Any damaged or unreturned items must be replaced by the borrower or paid for at the current retail value.
Reciprocal Borrowing Agreement
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Between the Township of McKellar Public Library and the Whitestone Public Library & Technology Centre
The Township of McKellar Public Library and the Whitestone Public Library & Technology Centre agree to provide reciprocal borrowing privileges for residents of The Township of McKellar and The Municipality of Whitestone, effective June 1, 2023.
- Patrons will be issued a card and membership for each library. The ID requirements for each library will be followed in accordance with the policy of each respective library.
- Patrons will respect the circulation procedures in effect at the lending library.
- In situations where fees and fines are levied by the respective libraries, such fees and fines must be paid to the Library system in which they were incurred.
- Materials/items borrowed must be returned directly to the lending Library.
- Reserves/holds must be picked up from the lending library.
- Lost cards must be reported, immediately, to the issuing institution.
- Reciprocal borrowing privileges do not extend to other library systems with which either library may establish reciprocal borrowing arrangements.
This agreement may be revised at any time if both libraries agree to the changes. The agreement will automatically renew annually. This agreement is subject to cancellation upon three months’ written notice from either Library.
Internet & Public Computer Use Policy
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The McKellar Township Public Library provides access to the internet as an educational, informational, and recreational resource for the community. Access is provided in accordance with the Library’s mission to support intellectual freedom, lifelong learning, and equitable access to information.
1. Access to the Internet
Internet access is available to all library users through public computers and the Library’s Wi‑Fi network. Users may access the internet for lawful purposes using library‑owned equipment or their own personal devices.
The Library makes reasonable efforts to provide reliable access but cannot guarantee uninterrupted service or specific connection speeds.
2. Information Accuracy & User Responsibility
The internet is a global and unregulated information environment. Not all information available online is accurate, complete, or current. Users are encouraged to evaluate information sources critically and verify information from multiple, reliable sources before relying on it.
The McKellar Township Public Library is not responsible for the accuracy, content, or reliability of information found on the internet.
3. Acceptable Use
Internet use in the Library must comply with all federal, provincial, and municipal laws and with Library policies. Users may not:
- Engage in illegal activities
- Access or distribute content that is obscene, hateful, or harassing
- Disrupt the Library environment or interfere with others’ use of library services
- Attempt to bypass security measures or damage library equipment or networks
Library staff may require users to end a session if their use violates this policy or disrupts others.
4. Privacy & Confidentiality
The Library respects the privacy of its users and makes reasonable efforts to protect personal information. However, the internet is not a secure medium. Users are responsible for protecting their own personal information, including passwords and financial data, while online.
Public computers are cleared after each session, but users should log out of accounts and close browsers when finished.
5. Filtering
The Library does not actively monitor or regularly filter internet content. Parents and caregivers—not Library staff—are responsible for supervising their children’s internet use and guiding them in safe and appropriate online behavior.
6. Liability
The McKellar Township Public Library, its Board, and staff are not responsible for damages, direct or indirect, arising from a user’s access to the internet, including but not limited to loss of data, equipment damage, or exposure to inappropriate content.
7. Policy Acceptance
Use of Library internet services constitutes acceptance of this policy. Failure to comply may result in temporary or permanent suspension of internet privileges.