ABOUT US

New Westminster Public Library holds the distinction of being the first public library in the province of British Columbia. Then, and now, we endeavour to meet the informational, educational, cultural, and recreational needs of New Westminster residents.

Feel free to learn more about us, whether you’re interested in confirming where we’re located and when we’re open or want to review our latest news and announcements.

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Hours & Locations

Find out our branch locations, hours of operation, and when we are closed for holidays.

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Contact Us

Want to get in touch? We’re happy to connect.

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Administration

Meet the leadership team at New Westminster Public Library, including the Chief Librarian.

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News

Catch up on all our latest announcements and newsletter editions.

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Gifts & Donations

Review our policy related to cash gifts and donations of items.

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Vision, Mission & Strategic Plan

Discover what we prioritize, support, and work towards every day.

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Library History

Being the oldest public library in British Columbia guarantees we have a rich history.

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Board of Trustees

Meet the citizens who volunteer their time and expertise to shape the direction of the library.

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Library Policies

Explore the policies we adhere to for everyone’s safe and sustainable enjoyment of the library.

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Truth, Decolonization & Reconciliation

Learn about our efforts to address our impact as a colonial institution and how we are striving to move toward decolonizing processes, systems and programs.

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Facilities Master Plan

Review our plan for how we can continue to provide welcoming, flexible, and accessible library spaces for everyone for years to come.

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Careers

Work with us here in New Westminster as either a librarian or library assistant.

Questions? Contact us.

Address Address icon

Hours & Locations

Find out our branch locations, hours of operation, and when we are closed for holidays.

Mail Mail

Contact Us

Want to get in touch? We’re happy to connect.

Inbox Inbox

Administration

Meet the leadership team at New Westminster Public Library, including the Chief Librarian.

Megaphone Megaphone

News

Catch up on all our latest announcements and newsletter editions.

Credit-card Credit-card

Gifts & Donations

Review our policy related to cash gifts and donations of items.

Eye Eye

Vision, Mission & Strategic Plan

Discover what we prioritize, support, and work towards every day.

Back-in-time Back-in-time

Library History

Being the oldest public library in British Columbia guarantees we have a rich history.

Map Map

Board of Trustees

Meet the citizens who volunteer their time and expertise to shape the direction of the library.

Folder Folder

Library Policies

Explore the policies we adhere to for everyone’s safe and sustainable enjoyment of the library.

Feather Feather

Truth, Decolonization & Reconciliation

Learn about our efforts to address our impact as a colonial institution and how we are striving to move toward decolonizing processes, systems and programs.

Clipboard Clipboard

Facilities Master Plan

Review our plan for how we can continue to provide welcoming, flexible, and accessible library spaces for everyone for years to come.

Mouse Mouse

Careers

Work with us here in New Westminster as either a librarian or library assistant.

Questions? Contact us.