You will need a library card and PIN number to login to the computers.
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If you have forgotten your PIN number, please see a Library staff member at a service desk.
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Computer, Internet and printing services are available at both of our locations. We also offer computer courses and have scanners.
All of our public computers have USB ports, high speed internet, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Computers in the MakerSpace and the Digital Media Lab have Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and video and sound editing capabilities.
You will need a library card and PIN number to login to the computers.
If you have forgotten your PIN number, please see a Library staff member at a service desk.
What if I don't have a library card?
If you're a resident of Brantford, Brant County, Six Nations, or the City of Cambridge you can apply for a library card for free.
How much time do I have on a computer?
There is a three-hour time limit at the Main Branch.
There is a one-hour time limit at the St. Paul Branch.
Is my personal information safe?
All items saved on the computer including internet search history will be removed from the hard drive when your session ends.
Computer stations can be reserved by contacting the library, or in-person with a staff member.
Please note that reservations:
Reservations are recommended, but computers can be used on a first-come-first-served basis.
Yes, the Library offers printing at both the St. Paul and Main Branches.
See our printing page for more information.
Laptop computers can also be borrowed which can be borrowed for up to seven days. See our Laptop, Wifi and Tablet Loans page for more information.
We offer free Wi-Fi access at both of our branches. To connect to the Wi-Fi, open your connection settings to see available networks, select BPL_HOTSPOT and click connect, accept the terms and conditions.
You can also borrow WIFI hotspots devices. These hotspot devices let you connect to the internet anywhere there is a cellular signal.
Wi-Fi and internet use policies
Users of the wireless internet service are bound by the terms of Brantford Public Library's Code of Conduct and Internet Access policy.
The Library's wireless access points are unsecured connections to the Internet. The Library is not responsible for data transmitted or loss of information over the wireless network. Users should be aware that third parties may be able to obtain information about the users' activities when using the wireless service to connect to the internet. The Library assumes no responsibility for the security and privacy of online transactions.
Wireless users are responsible for the protection of their devices from viruses, spyware and spam. The Library is not responsible for the safety of equipment or for laptop configurations. The Library provides basic instructions on how to connect to the network but is not able to provide technical assistance.
You can scan directly to your USB drive using our photocopier. Make high quality scans using our Café Pro Professional Book Scanner or our flatbed scanner and save them to a USB stick or printed. It is free to scan documents at the Library and all scanning services are available on a first-come-first-served basis.
We offer computer courses, drop-in Tech Time help clinics and one-on-one appointments to help you with:
You can also watch computer tutorials for free with your library card through LinkedIn Learning. LinkedIn Learning videos can be watched 24/7.
Contact Us
Main Library
173 Colborne Street
Brantford ON N3T 2G8
Phone: 519-756-2220
Fax: 519-756-4979
St. Paul Branch
441 St. Paul Avenue
Brantford ON N3R 4N8
Phone: 519-756-2220
Regular Hours (Main Branch)
Monday 9:30 am- 8:00 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am- 8:00 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am- 8:00 pm
Thursday 9:30 am- 8:00 pm
Friday 9:30 am- 6:00 pm
Saturday 9:30 am- 5:00 pm
Sunday Closed
| Monday - Thursday | 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
| Friday | 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Sunday | 1:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Tuesday |
9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Wednesday |
9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Thursday |
9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Friday |
9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Monday | 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Friday | 5 :30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Sunday | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. |