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Subscribe via RSSSaturday hours have resumed at Port Hawkesbury Public Library. The library is open on Saturdays from 9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:00pm to 3:30pm. Weekday hours remain the same (9:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4:00pm).
Branch Closures
Oct 1, 2026Cheticamp Public Library and Coady and Tompkins Memorial Public Library in Margaree Forks will remain closed on Thursday, October 1 due to a local power outage.
Canso Public Library Closure Notification
Sep 26, 2026The Canso Public Library is closed today, Saturday, September 26. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Truth & Reconciliation Day Closures
Sep 25, 2026All ECRL locations will be closed on Wednesday, September 30, in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Alexander Doyle Public Library Schedule Update
Sep 23, 2026Alexander Doyle Public Library has reopened on Mondays.
The hours of operation are now:
Monday - Friday
9:30am-12:30pm; 1:30-4:00pm (closed 12:30pm-1:30pm for lunch)
We appreciate your patience during this time and look forward to welcome you back on Mondays!
Cyril Ward Memorial Public Library Staffing Notice
Sep 22, 2026Effective Tuesday, September 22: Cyril Ward Memorial Public Library in Guysborough has resumed regular staffed hours. We appreciate the community's patience during this time and are pleased to welcome library users back.
Port Hawkesbury Public Library Closure Notice
Sep 21, 2026Port Hawkesbury Public Library is closing at 12:30 pm today, Monday, September 21. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Branch Closure Notices
Sep 17, 2026Coady and Tompkins Memorial Public Library in Margaree Forks will be closed on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19.
St. Peter's Public Library will be unstaffed on Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19. You can check out materials using the self-checkout with your library card during VIC hours.
Alexander Doyle Public Library Early Closure Notice
Sep 15, 2026Alexander Doyle Public Library in Mabou will close at noon on Tuesday, September 15. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Coady and Tompkins Memorial Public Library Delayed Opening
Sep 10, 2026Coady and Tompkins Memorial Public Library in Margaree Forks will open at 11 am today, Thursday, September 10. We apologize for any inconvenience.