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Emily Carr Branch

A modern community branch located in the Uptown shopping centre.

101-3521 Blanshard Street, Victoria B.C. V8Z 0B9

Branch hours

Branch hours
Monday Mon 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tuesday Tue 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Wednesday Wed 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Thursday Thu 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Friday Fri 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday Sat 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday Sun Closed
Interior shot of Emily Carr branch showing large windows. Someone is sitting in a chair reading while enjoying the view

Special features

  • 24-hour library materials return 
  • Automatic book drop
  • Children’s area
  • Bookable computers (3)
  • Bookable study room (1)
  • Free menstrual products
  • French and world languages

Location information

Branch accessibility

All GVPL branches, including ours, have wheelchair-accessible entrances, washrooms, and computers. We welcome service animals.

Accessibility at GVPL
Getting here by transit

Take the 26, 30, 31, 70, 71, 72, 75, or 95 bus routes to get here.

Parking for cars and bikes

Cyclists can park along the trails or bike racks next to the library.

Free indoor and outdoor car parking is available in the Uptown parking lots.

What’s at Emily Carr Branch

Bright and modern, this branch’s walls are lined with art by its namesake, celebrated Canadian artist and writer Emily Carr. Conveniently located in the Uptown shopping centre so you can easily pick up a hold while you run errands.

Interior shot of book stacks at Emily Carr branch

Library services

Use a public computer

We have computers for everyone to use, free of charge. Book one for up to an hour, or hop onto any open computer until the next reservation begins. We also have Express computers available in 15-minute time slots for quick tasks.

Drop in and use any available computer.

Book a study room or pod

Our study room offers a private place to meet, work, and collaborate for up to two hours at a time.

Book in-person at our front desk.

Go online

Enjoy fast, free Wi-Fi throughout the library on your own devices. If you need help getting online, just ask us for help.

Just ask at our front desk.

Print and photocopy

You can print from any library computer. In a hurry? Book a computer ahead of time for quicker printing. Black-and-white and colour printing and photocopying are available at all GVPL branches. Just keep an eye on the time as computers automatically shut down 15 minutes before closing.

Drop in and use any available computer.

Pick up a hold

Place a hold on any book or item in our online catalogue and pick it up at the branch most convenient for you. Every branch has a Holds section for reserved books, often located right near the entrance.

Borrow a book

Newcomer supports

We help newcomers navigate life in Canada. You don’t need to be eligible for federal settlement services to get help. Join a conversation class, ask questions, or get free information and support for newcomers.

Find services for newcomers

Help with job searches

Stuck on the job hunt? We can help! Get directions on the right places to look for jobs and help finding reliable resources on writing resumes.

Just ask at our front desk.

Help with research

While we can’t write your essay for you, we can help you find great sources for your research. Let us help guide you to reliable and specialized information on any topic. We can show you how to find what you need in academic journal databases, historical archives, and trusted websites.

Just ask at our front desk.

programs AND Events
  • Baby sitting on floor turning the pages of a book with the help of the arms of a caregiver.

    Baby Time with Stay and Play

    Fun-filled songs, rhymes, and fingerplays to use with your baby every day, followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play.

    Fall Session (September 15 to October 31)

  • Child colouring on table

    Fall programs for children

    Explore our exciting lineup of programs designed to inspire creativity, encourage exploration, and keep kids engaged all season long.

    September to December

  • children in a library at storytime

    Family Storytime with Stay and Play 

    Enjoy fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets, followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play.

    Fall Session (September 15 to October 31)

  • Someone pours peas out of seed packet into open hands

    Seed Library

    Patrons can borrow seeds for vegetables, herbs, and flowers through the self‑serve Seed Library located at the Central Branch.

    Ongoing

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Fastfacts

You can return borrowed items to any branch. This makes running errands just a little easier.

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