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Library Accessibility Services

This is a special assistive service provided for students. These services may include retrieving materials, providing physical assistance with copiers, computers, and other library equipment.

Who Qualifies?

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (A.D.H.D.)
  • Blind and low vision
  • Deaf, deafened and hard of hearing
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Medical Disabilities
  • Mental health disabilities
  • Mild acquired brain injury
  • Physical disability or mobility impairment

How to Qualify?​

Services

  • ACE Portal(opens in new window) - The ACE Portal gives students with an Accommodation Plan access to library books in accessible formats.
  • Assistive devices - There is a catalogue station designated for wheelchair access with a sizable screen and large print.
  • Book/Journal retrieval - Library staff will retrieve books or journals from Library shelves for you.
  • Browsing assistance - Staff will assist you in browsing Library shelves, including reading titles or lifting books.
  • Catalogue Assistance - Library staff will assist you in using the online Library catalogue, the Library website, or any electronic resources.
  • Extended Loan Services - Students with an Accommodation Plan have the option of requesting an extended loan period for some books. You can renew your book by phone, email or in person. To make a request for an extended loan, send an email to: infodesk@confederationcollege.ca.
  • Photocopying - Library staff will assist you in using copy machines.

Questions?

  • If you need assistance in using any of the Library audiovisual equipment or items that you have borrowed from the library, please email the Library at infodesk@confederationcollege.ca, or call us at (807) 475-6219
  • Please report any problems with any Smart classroom equipment to the Helpdesk at helpdesk@confederationcollege.ca (807) 475-6488