version française

University of Alberta Library Home > COVID-19 Information

COVID-19 Information
Page last updated: Nov 28, 2022

All library locations are open.

See the links below for more information about the following locations/services:

Masks Strongly Recommended

We strongly recommend that you continue to wear masks in our library locations - these are high-traffic and high-capacity spaces where you may be in close proximity to others. We also ask that students, faculty, staff and visitors to the U of A Library respect the choices of others in our community regarding masking as we transition into this next phase together.

Please note that masks remain mandatory at the John W. Scott Health Sciences Library as this library is located in an Alberta Health Services operated building.

Food & Drink Policy

What is permitted?

  • Cold snack foods may be consumed in the Library.
  • Hot and cold drinks with lids or in spill-proof cups/screw-top bottles are acceptable.

What is not permitted?

  • No hot and/or aromatic foods in any area.
  • No food deliveries to the Library.
  • In an effort to protect the equipment, consuming food is not permitted at computer workstations. Please use caution when consuming drinks with lids or in spill-proof cups/screw-top bottles.

Please do not come to the library if:

  • You have a fever, cough, runny nose, sore throat or shortness of breath
  • You have tested positive for COVID-19 and are required to isolate
  • You have travelled outside of Canada within the last 14 days and have been ordered to isolate

The University of Alberta Library aims to provide a safe and healthy environment for all library patrons and our staff. Your patience with our staff is appreciated and abuse of staff members will not be tolerated.

Book Returns

  • Book return available 24/7 outside of Rutherford Library.
  • Book return available 24/7 outside of Augustana Library. Book return also available inside, beside the library entrance.
  • Book return available 24/7 on the main level of Cameron - just outside the glass entry doors (ONEcard required for access after library hours). Book return also available on the main floor during library hours.
  • Book return available outside the JW Scott Health Sciences library.
  • Book return available outside the Bibliothèque Saint-Jean.