Organization:
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Oakville Public Library - Accessible Collections & Services
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Address:
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c/o Oakville Public Library, Central Branch 120 Navy St Oakville, ON L6J 2Z4
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Map
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Hours:
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Visit website for branch hours
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Service Description:
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Delivery by Mail
- if you are unable to come into the library in person, you may be eligible for OPL’s Delivery Service option
- please email oplbymail@oakville.ca or contact your local branch to find out if you qualify
- restricted to a maximum of two (2) items per package, 2 packages per month per customer
Connection Kits
- offering two types of connection kits, a Tablet + Wi-Fi Kit or an Accessible Reading Tablet
- these kits are to help Oakville residents who are 55+ and do not have access to the internet or technology, stay connected with friends and family and to access alternate formats of reading material for those with print disabilities
- to learn more, please call your local branch for more information
MagnusCards
- the MagnusCards app is designed to help individuals with autism or other special needs interact independently and with confidence in the Oakville community
- users can follow guides to library services by downloading the app for free through the App Store or on Google Play
Reading Aides
- Kurzweil Reading Machines available at Woodside and Central Branch
- ZoomText: a screen magnification software that allows customers to view the library catalogue and the internet in large print available at Woodside and Central Branch
- SmartView: a magnifier that enhances all reading materials (magazines, newspapers, photographs, bills) is available at the Woodside Branch only
- VictorReader: a Daisy disc player - available at Woodside Branch only
Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) Resources
- through a partnership with the CNIB/CELA library, Woodside Branch is able to access the collections and services of the CNIB/CELA library on behalf of CNIB/CELA clients and Special Services customers
- collections of the CNIB/CELA library include Braille, Talking Books and magazines, electronic text and descriptive videos
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Oakville residents, eligibility varies by service
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Languages:
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English * Interpretive Services
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