How to Get Started

If you work for a BCSTH member organization, you may borrow books and audio-visuals from the BCSTH Library.

To Register As a Borrower

1. Fill in the library member form [pdf]
2. Your Executive Director must sign the form to verify that you work for a member organization
3. Return the completed form by scan/email or fax or mail

To Borrow Materials

1. Once you are registered and in the library database, email a list of items you would like to borrow (you may also fax or mail)
2. Search the library catalogue - either cut and paste items from the catalogue into your email, or 'Add' and use the 'My List' feature if you are selecting more than a few items. It is helpful if you can include the title and call number, but not essential.
3. Send us the list, indicating that you are a member. Use the Ask a Librarian form or email library@bcsth.ca if you need help finding materials or with your research

To Return Library Books

1. You will receive a postage-paid return mailing label with your package of books. Be sure to keep it
2. Follow the instructions on the mailing label and drop off the package in a Canada Post box or post office - no postage is required

To Return Library Audio-Visuals

1. Return audio-visuals (any non-book items) by Canada Post or courier, at your expense. Unfortunately, audio-visuals do not qualify for the Canada Post library book rate

For more information, contact us at library@bcsth.ca