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- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/resources/overdrive-ebooks-and-audiobooksSearch Result Item: Overdrive eBooks and Audiobooks eBooks and downloadable audiobooks. Compatible with most devices. Includes Libby, the newer library reading app by OverDrive.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/more-borrow-through-overdriveSearch Result Item: Ottawa Public Library customers can now borrow eBooks and eAudio from five Ontario public libraries through OverDrive’s reciprocal lending agreement. OPL has partnered with Hamilton Public Library, London Public Library, Burlington Public Library, Mississauga Library and Kingston Frontenac Public Library to provide access to each other’s OverDrive digital collections.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/resources/overdrive-kids-ebooks-and-audiobooksSearch Result Item: Overdrive Kids eBooks and Audiobooks
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/what-overdrive-account-and-why-do-i-need-oneSearch Result Item: An OverDrive account is necessary to take advantage of the titles available through OverDrive’s app, Libby, on your device. If you are signed in with an OverDrive account, you do not need an Adobe ID.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/what-overdrive-listenSearch Result Item: OverDriveListen is the same as OverDriveRead - but for eAudiobooks. You can listen to eAudiobooks on your web browser without the need for extra apps or software. Also, like OverDriveRead, you require a constant Internet connection while you listen.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/resources/overdrive-magazines-formerly-rbdigital-unlimited-magazines-zinioSearch Result Item: Overdrive Magazines (Formerly RBDigital Unlimited Magazines -Zinio) A package of over 3,000 popular titles (including Canadian Living, National Geographic, The New Yorker, and many more) with varieties of languages and up to three years of back issues are now available for unlimited simultaneous access with no circulation caps.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/can-i-read-or-listen-multiple-devicesSearch Result Item: This depends on the platform you are using to access your eBook or eAudiobook.OverDrive (Libby app): you can use up to 6 separate devices to read or listen to digital items from OverDrive, as long as the devices are authorized with the same OverDrive account or Adobe ID.TumbleBook Library: No limitations.CloudLibrary Express: No limitations.CloudLibrary French eAudiobooks: No limitations.Cantook (Canoo app or Aldiko app): Not specified.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/what-do-these-error-messages-meanSearch Result Item: There are various error messages you may encounter, requiring different solutions. To find the solution, access http://help.overdrive.com and search for the specific error message in question.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/can-i-use-third-party-ebooks-or-eaudiobooksSearch Result Item: You can use eBooks and eAudiobooks from third parties on both OverDrive and Cantook as long they are in a specific format, usually EPUB or MP3. Please visit the individual app for more information.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/ive-downloaded-file-it-doesnt-open-whySearch Result Item: The most likely cause is that your device has not been authorized by your Overdrive Account or your Adobe ID. Verify this by selecting Settings or Account from your app menu, or by selecting Authorization Information from the Help menu of Adobe Digital Editions on your computer (in the case of E-readers).
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/can-i-renew-ebooks-and-eaudiobooksSearch Result Item: Each platform has its own restrictions regarding renewals.OverDrive (Libby app): You can renew an item within three days of the expiry date, as long as there are no holds on the title.TumbleBook Library: No checkouts or renewals required.CloudLibrary Express: No renewals.CloudLibrary French eAudiobooks: No renewals.Cantook (Canook app or Aldiko app): No renewals.Toutapprendre: No checkouts or renewals required.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/what-loan-period-and-there-limit-number-ebooks-i-can-borrow-same-timeSearch Result Item: The number of books you can check out and place on hold, per account, as well as the loan period for eBooks and eAudiobooks is dependent on the platform. Here is a helpful summary:OverDrive (Libby app): 10 checkouts, 21-day loan period, 10 holdsTumbleBook Library: No checkouts or holds needed. All items are read within your browser.CloudLibrary Express: 2 checkouts, no holds allowed, 7-day loan period.CloudLibrary French eAudiobooks: 10 checkouts, 21-day loan period, 20 holds
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/digital-collection-support-0Search Result Item: Getting started with digital mediaNew to the world of OPL's digital collection? Here are some guides.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/resources/macleansSearch Result Item: Maclean's Canada's national current affairs magazine. Coverage includes news, social issues, politics, business, sports, health, education, arts and entertainment.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/how-do-i-find-library-ebooks-can-be-downloaded-immediatelySearch Result Item: From the library catalogue:
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/blogs/celebrate-read-ebook-week-ottawa-public-librarySearch Result Item: It’s Read an eBook Week, and if you’ve been looking for an excuse to dive into digital reading, we’ve got you covered—thanks to your library card.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/blogs/summer-youre-not-alone-kitchenSearch Result Item: Planning to host family or friends over the summer holidays? Want to wow your guests with something new and delicious? Ottawa Public Library has all the ingredients to help you spice things up in the kitchen.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/opl-numbers-0Search Result Item: 36% of Ottawa’s population owns an active OPL card Website visits = 14,735,492 Items borrowed = 11,294,759 In-person visits = 4,509,400 Holds Placed = 3,624,995 Items in the collection = 1,935,106 Music = 123,202 Public computer sessions = 778,125 eBook downloads = 828,763 Streaming downloads = 624,700 Wifi logins = 545,799 Program attendance = 266,852 Audiobooks downloads = 201,819 Magazines downloads = 133,793 Twitter followers = 7,336
- https://about.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/opl-numbersSearch Result Item: 36% of Ottawa’s population owns an active OPL card Website visits = 14,735,492 Items borrowed = 11,294,759 In-person visits = 4,509,400 Holds Placed = 3,624,995 Items in the collection = 1,935,106 Music = 123,202 Public computer sessions = 778,125 eBook downloads = 828,763 Streaming downloads = 624,700 Wifi logins = 545,799 Program attendance = 266,852 Audiobooks downloads = 201,819 Magazines downloads = 133,793 Twitter followers = 7,336
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/getting-started-cloudlibrarySearch Result Item: Getting started with cloudLibrary using Android You can use the cloudLibrary app to get express eBooks and audiobooks on your Android device Step 1 Install cloudLibrary from Google Play
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/guidelines-author-submitted-materials-non-localSearch Result Item: The Ottawa Public Library welcomes submissions by authors outside of Ottawa for inclusion in the library’s collection, when that material: Fits the scope of the Library’s collection, and Meets our Materials Selection Criteria. To donate a work for inclusion in the Ottawa Public Library’s collection, please read the guidelines below.
- https://about.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/guidelines-author-submitted-materials-non-localSearch Result Item: The Ottawa Public Library welcomes submissions by authors outside of Ottawa for inclusion in the library’s collection, when that material: Fits the scope of the Library’s collection, and Meets our Materials Selection Criteria. To donate a work for inclusion in the Ottawa Public Library’s collection, please read the guidelines below.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/successSearch Result Item: Through learning, literacy, and innovation RFID As OPL continues to roll out Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) to its branches, in 2014, a total of 11 branches out of 33 have been converted. RFID technology allows the Library to offer enhanced customer services, to reduce labour-intensive activities, and to find efficiencies to fund future growth requirements.
- https://about.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/successSearch Result Item: Through learning, literacy, and innovation RFID As OPL continues to roll out Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) to its branches, in 2014, a total of 11 branches out of 33 have been converted. RFID technology allows the Library to offer enhanced customer services, to reduce labour-intensive activities, and to find efficiencies to fund future growth requirements.
- https://about.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/accessible-collectionsSearch Result Item: At the Ottawa Public Library (OPL), we are committed to making our resources available to everyone in our community. OPL’s accessible collections can be requested and delivered to any library location. Below is more information about OPL’s accessible collections, including their accessibility features and language availability.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/getting-started-hoopla-digitalSearch Result Item: What you will need A valid Ottawa Public Library (OPL) card A fast Internet connection (minimum 1Mbps for streaming videos) If you’re using a mobile device, you will need the Hoopla Digital app for iOS (7.1 or later), or Android (4.4 and up) Creating an account Go to www.HooplaDigital.com. Click on
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/getting-started-kanopySearch Result Item: Kanopy offers a large collection of high-quality films and documentaries from art-house classics to world cinema, all available to play on your PC, phone, tablet, and digital media player. Starting on November 1, 2023, each client will have 12 tickets per month to watch films on Kanopy. Kanopy Kids is not included in the ticket system, and you can access its content without using any tickets
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/resources/flipster-emagazinesSearch Result Item: Flipster eMagazines Access today's edition of popular magazine titles including Maclean's, Scientific American, Time, People, and others.
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/resources/kanopySearch Result Item: Kanopy Kanopy offers a large collection of high-quality films and documentaries from art-house classics to world cinema, all available to play on your PC, phone, tablet, and digital media player. Each client will have 8 tickets per month to watch films on Kanopy. Kanopy Kids is not included in the ticket system, and you can access its content without using any tickets
- https://about.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/learn-honour-and-celebrate-national-indigenous-history-month-ottawa-public-librarySearch Result Item: Learn, honour, and celebrate National Indigenous History Month with Ottawa Public Library
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/blogs/one-eread-canada-2025-valid-chris-bergeronSearch Result Item: On April 1, hundreds of participating Canadian public libraries will offer free, unlimited access to Valid by Chris Bergeron in eBook and Audiobook as part of One eRead Canada. Valid will be available in English and French without holds or waitlists throughout April 2025. About Valid
- https://about.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/year-accomplishmentSearch Result Item: SERVICES that are customer centricAct as a catalyst for exploration and discoveryCustomer Satisfaction
- https://forms.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/blogs/celebrate-family-literacy-daySearch Result Item: Today, January 27, marks Family Literacy Day—a national initiative established by ABC Life Literacy Canada in 1999 to highlight the importance of reading and participating in literacy-related activities as a family.