Get a Library Card
You are eligible for a free library membership if you:
- LIVE in Barrie or Oro-Medonte
- WORK or STUDY in Barrie
- OWN property or a business in Barrie
- BELONG to Midland or Orillia Public Library and LIVE in Midland or Orillia
Visit us at either location or enter your postal code below to apply online.
Renew your card
Have a library card but it's expired? We can renew it for you in person at either location. You can also send us an email or call 705-728-1010, option 3#. Be sure to have your name and library card number handy.
Types of Memberships
Identification Requirements
For all memberships we require current and valid Driver's license OR Ontario photo card OR Two pieces of ID (one should have current address)
Additional identification, such as current proof of property/business ownership, employment or school enrolment may also be applicable.
Handwritten and expired documents are not acceptable.
Examples of identification accepted are listed below.
Name | Birth Certificate | Landed Immigrant or Citizen ship card | Ontario Health Card | Current Lease or Legal Document | Passport | Social Insurance Card | Student Card |
Address | Current Bill or Invoice | Current Government cheque | Current lease or rental agreement | Current Legal document |
Renewing or Replacing a Card
We ask all members to renew their cards regularly so that we have your current information on your library account. When your renewal is due, bring current and valid identification with you on your next visit to either one of our locations.
Remember that you are responsible for any material borrowed with your library card. If your card is lost or stolen, please report it to library staff as soon as possible.
For more information about library memberships, see our Membership Policy.