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If you believe you have an account with us and can’t remember your barcode or PIN, please feel free to contact us via AskLib@Halifaxlibrary.ca or 902-490-5753.

Upon successful registration, we will provide a digital library barcode which will allow you to access some of our online resources — including OverDrive for downloading e-books, and e-audiobooks and Magazines.

Fill in and submit the form below to apply for a library card. All fields marked with an * are required.

Types of Library Cards
Are you a resident of Nova Scotia?
Terms and conditions

I hereby apply for borrowing privileges at all Halifax Public Libraries branches. I agree to be responsible for the materials borrowed on my library card and to abide by the rules and regulations of Halifax Public Libraries.

I Agree
Parent / Legal Guardian

As the parent or legal guardian of the above named applicant and I hereby apply for borrowing privileges on his/her behalf. I understand that I am responsible for my child's use of any Halifax Public Libraries' services or facilities, including the borrowing of materials and the use of Library computers and the Internet. I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of Halifax Public Libraries and to take full responsibility for materials borrowed on this card.

* Online registrations made from locations from outside of Canada cannot be submitted and must be processed manually.