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New items in the Library of Things

Be the first to place a hold!

This season, four new items are hitting the Library of Things shelves at SCPL: a Nex Playground, thermal camera, drawing tablet, and C-Pens.

Get help filing your 2025 tax returns!

Now booking appointments for March and April

Find out if your eligible for our free tax clinics. 
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New to the SCPL Shop: Notebooks!

Buy yours today

Document your ideas and write your own story in the new notebook available in the SCPL Shop!
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Introducing radon gas detectors

New to the Library of Things

Measure the air quality in your home with a radon gas detector - new to the health and wellness collection in our Library of Things.
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Sunday Hours return to SCPL this season.

January 4 - May 3

Visit the Dr. Huq Family Library Branch and the Port Dalhousie Branch (Port Plus only) on Sundays this season! 

New titles coming soon!

Place your holds in advance!

From audiobooks to large print, discover the whole line up of titles hitting library shelves in Winter 2026.
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Hoopla Digital

Read, watch, and listen with your library card

Stream or download movies, music, ebooks, audiobooks, and TV shows on your favourite devices. Access countless items for free on Hoopla Digital with your St. Catharines Public Library card. 

Your next favourite book or TV show is just a click away.

Drop-In: Playtime

Every Monday at the Merritt Branch!

Every Monday, from 10am to 12pm, families are invited to enjoy self-directed playtime with an assortment of toys and activities at the Merritt Branch. No registration required!

Try an AWE Literacy Station

AWE Stations make learning fun!

AWE Literacy Stations offer educational games and early literacy programs for kids! Plan your visit to the Central Library, Dr. Huq Family Library Branch, or Merritt Branch to explore an AWE Literacy Station today!

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Catalogue
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My Account

Library Card and Membership

Library of Things
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Digital Library
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Meeting and Study Room Rental
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Celebrate #STC150 with us: Winter Edition

In 2026, the City of St. Catharines celebrates 150 years. Join us this season for a series of creative and informative programs with a spotlight on local history!

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