Get a Library Card

Use your free membership for tons of great perks.

Your Library Card gives you access to programs, courses, printing, Wi-Fi, meeting rooms, and of course, books! It’s for your individual use, and is always free if you’re a resident, go to school, or work in Milton.

 

How to get a library card

What can I do with a Library Card?

Free Wifi

Free wifi in all of our branches as well as PCs and Chromebooks

Place Holds

Place holds through the website to reserve materials

Access to Computers and Printers

Use Library computers and printers

Book Rooms

Group Study Rooms can be booked in advance at each library location

Access to all MPL Locations

Use any branch of the Milton Public Library

Request Materials

Request materials through InterLibrary Loan service

Borrow Items

Books, video games, and much more!

Please note: You may borrow or pick up holds for a family member only with their card or if your accounts are linked. Cardholders are responsible for all items borrowed.

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Who can register?

A Milton Public Library card is free if you live, work or go to school in Milton.

Reciprocal Borrowing

Do you reside in Halton Hills, Oakville, Burlington, or are you a member of Wellington County Library, Hamilton Public Library or Guelph Public Library? Your home library card will be linked to your MPL account for borrowing privileges.

Learn more about reciprocal borrowing

Non-resident Borrowing

Individuals who do not live, work, or go to school in Milton and who are not members of libraries in which Milton Public Library has reciprocal borrowing agreements with will be charged an annual fee of $50.00 upon registration.

How to get a library card

Gather valid documents

  • As of February 5th, 2024, Adults and Teens will no longer be required to show proof of identification to register for a library card.
  • Children will need to be registered by their legal guardian(s) and provide proof of name and address. Grandparents, nannies, etc. cannot be legal guardians unless they have documentation to state they are.

Apply online or in-person

Apply online for an e-card

Available 24/7, you can apply for a Library e-card online by creating an account online or through the MPL app.
Apply for an e-card now.

Please note: Accounts created online will have access only to:

  • Digital resources
  • Regular circulating items
  • Placing Holds on all Library items

To borrow high-value items (e.g., video games, Library of Things items, Laptop Kiosk devices), patrons must:

  • Present valid identification for the first time
  • Verify their account for conversion to full membership

 

Apply in-person

You can apply for a Library Card at the Main Library, Beaty Branch or Sherwood Branch during our open hours.

Please note: All cardholders will be required to renew their Library Card (physical or digital) every two years.

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Lost Card?

If you lose your library card and/or key tag please notify us, as you are responsible for all material signed out on your card.