About the Library
Collections and Programs
Items for loan include Adult and Children's fiction and non-fiction, graphic novels, magazines, music, audiobooks, video games (Xbox, PS4, Nintendo Wii & Switch) and movies (DVDs and Blu-ray). As a branch of Winnipeg Public Library, members can also access an extensive eLibrary for downloadable eBooks, eMagazines, information resources and online journals, and streaming movies and music.
The Library offers programs and workshops for all ages. Browse our Upcoming Events to find what's on. Some programs require registration. All library programs are free.
Facility and Services
River Heights Library is located between Brock and Cordova Street, beside Brock Corydon School. The main floor has the adult services. Children's services is in the basement. Only the main floor is wheelchair accessible.
The Library has bookable computers with MS Office and Internet access, and free WiFi. There are tables for studying. Photocopying and printing is available for a fee. Scanning to email is free.
For your convenience, there is an after-hours book return on the left side (south) the building.
New Bill and Helen Norrie Library
As part of the Library Redevelopment Strategy, a new River Heights Library is planned to replace the existing facility. See the New Bill and Helen Norrie Library page for further information on the relocation and construction of the library. Watch the live feed and follow the construction of the library.
History
River Heights Library was originally opened in 1961 on land purchased from the Winnipeg School Board. It was the first of several libraries to be built by the City of Winnipeg in the 1960's. The 8,285 sq. ft. branch replaced the heavily used Waterloo-Corydon bookmobile stop.