Eastern Counties Regional Library (ECRL) is pleased to introduce a self-serve Library Kiosk at the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre. This is a convenient way for library users to browse and borrow books whenever the Civic Centre is open to the public. The Library Kiosk will be stocked with... Learn More

The Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) is directly responsible for the safety of its students and staff. As per provincial mandate, they require that all entrants into their facilities provide proof of full vaccination (PoV) upon entering a school. Learn more about Mandatory... Learn More

For over 50 years, Eastern Counties Regional Library has been providing public library service to the geographic areas of Guysborough, Inverness, and Richmond Counties. As we look toward the next 50 years, we are excited to introduce our new logo that symbolizes vibrancy, connection, and sharing.

On Monday, October 4th, Eastern Counties Regional Library’s service locations will move into Phase 5 as part of the provincial reopening plan. 

Eastern Counties Regional Library (ECRL) remains committed to providing safe access to library service for the public and providing a safe and... Learn More

The Province of Nova Scotia has designated public libraries as essential services.

This means that when the Proof of Full Vaccination Policy comes into effect on October 4th, proof of vaccination will NOT be required to enter our libraries.

All Nova Scotia Health measures and protocols... Learn More

Eastern Counties Regional Library (ECRL) is pleased to begin welcoming students, teachers, and members of the public back into the Port Hawkesbury Library (located inside SAERC) beginning September 14, 2021.

The Nova Scotia government’s Returning to Class for 2021-22 plan outlines that... Learn More