Fire ban in effect for Winnipeg: Outdoor fires are prohibited, including fire pits, open fires, and the use of fireworks. Interdiction de faire du feu en vigueur à Winnipeg : Les feux de camp, les feux en plein air, les feux d’artifice et tous les autres types de feux à l’extérieur sont interdits.

COVID-19: City of Winnipeg response and latest updates on City facilities and services COVID-19 : Mesures prises par la Ville de Winnipeg et dernières nouvelles sur les installations et services municipaux

Notice: Holds pick-up & return services continue to be available at all branches. On Monday, July 26 the Winnipeg Public Library is expanding in-person service at all branch locations to include collection browsing, membership and account assistance, computer use, printing and photocopying, as well as self-checkout and self-pick-up of holds. See our Library Services During COVID-19 guide.

Avis : On continue d’offrir le service de ramassage des articles réservés et de retour des articles à toutes les succursales. Le lundi 26 juillet, la Bibliothèque publique de Winnipeg va étendre les services en personne dans toutes ses succursales, où il sera désormais possible de parcourir les collections, d’obtenir de l’aide relativement à l’adhésion et aux comptes, d’utiliser les ordinateurs, d’imprimer et de photocopier, ainsi que d’emprunter des articles à partir d’un poste de libre-service et de ramasser des articles réservés. Consultez notre Services de bibliothèques durant la pandémie de COVID-19 pour en savoir plus.

Make a Donation to Your Library

We are not accepting donations of books and other materials at this time.

Strengthening communities. Inspiring lifelong learning. Engaging readers. Every day Winnipeg Public Library provides this and much more to our community. You can help support your public library and community by donating funds or materials.

Donations of Materials (books, movies, etc.)

Winnipeg Public Library accepts donations of books, DVDs, Blu-rays, video games and CDs. Newer materials published in the current or previous year and in good condition are especially welcome. Please read the following donations flyer prior to bringing your donations to the library to ensure your donation meets the library's needs. Items not accepted for use in the library's collections will be sold in book sales. We have also suggested other organizations that may benefit from your used books.

Winnipeg Public Library is also accepting donations of musical instruments for the Sun Life Musical Instrument Lending Library.

Donations of Money, Funds or Planned Giving

Demand for the library's programs and collections grow every day. New services and technologies challenge our resources. Your gift allows the library to continue to meet, and to improve, for today and for future generations. Consider making a donation today. We will put your generosity to work right away!

Your Donation Will:

buy resources for all levels of readers and learners
support new technologies including adaptive equipment
fund special projects such as enhancements to children's areas
enhance literacy programming, and so much more!

Dedicate Your Gift

Donations in memory or in tribute of a special person or event are a wonderful way to honour someone. Please include details of your recognition on the donation form.

More Ways To Donate:

Special Projects

The library has several projects and initiatives posted on Sponsor Winnipeg.

Time

The library has opportunities such as serving on the Winnipeg Public Library Board, joining the Friends of the Winnipeg Public Library, or volunteering.

Planned Giving

Contact the Manager of Library Services to discuss estate or planned giving.

How To Donate

Pick up a donation brochure at any branch or print and complete the donation form below and drop off at any branch of Winnipeg Public Library.

Or mail to:

Winnipeg Public Library
Attn: Gifts and Donations
Administration Office
251 Donald Street
Winnipeg MB R3C 3P5

Donations over $10 will receive a tax receipt. All donors are recognized in the Library's Annual Report unless the donor wishes to remain anonymous.

Last update: January 18, 2021

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