WBRL Out & About

Wood Buffalo Regional Library is committed to reaching our community members where they are!

Whether you are unable to visit us in person, or simply enjoy seeing us when we're out and about, we have options for you!

You can also request we visit your school or community event.

Homebound Services

Can't visit us in person for medical or physical reasons? No worries! We deliver to you with our Homebound Delivery Service!

  • Extended loan periods
  • Regular pick up and drop off of materials. We offer flexibility to meet our patron's needs.

To sign up for this service, please contact us at homebound@wbrl.ca or call 780-743-7800 and ask to speak to the Homebound Associate.

Homebound Delivery FAQ

  • Our Homebound service delivers any of our WBRL materials to our patrons/residents who are unable to access our facilities due to medical, physical, or visual issues. We bring the library to you! We pick up and drop off materials at patron's residences regularly.

  • It doesn’t cost a thing! Our Homebound service is free of charge for individuals who cannot visit our facilities (e.g. Medical reasons, disabilities, illness, severe arthritis, heart conditions, vision issues, etc.).

  • No, our homebound service is not limited by age. Anyone who can’t physically use our facilities can take advantage of this service. (mobility, health, vision, etc.)

  • Patrons can make their own requests for specific material, or library staff and volunteers can choose material based on individual patron preferences.

Need a library card?Need a library card?

Access everything that WBRL has to offer! Free for RMWB residents.

WBRL Around Town

WBRL Around Town

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Resources to Enjoy Wherever You Are

Libby (Powered by OverDrive)

ebooks, eAudiobooks, Magazines? Libby has it all for you! Libby is a free app created by OverDrive.

hoopla

Hoopla is an all in one digital media resource that allows you to download and stream movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics & TV shows.

PressReader Online

PressReader opens a new window connects you to thousands of global newspapers and magazines as soon as they’re available on shelves.

Community Outreach Programs

We also offer outreach programs on site at various organizations throughout Fort McMurray, including Centre of Hope, Willow Square, Rotary House, Stepping Stones Youth Service, and Northern Lights Regional Health Centre.

Outreach Programs are sponsored by

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