Accessible Collections

We provide access to materials in a variety of formats to ensure all community members can enjoy reading.

Accessible Collections

We provide access to materials in a variety of formats to ensure everyone can enjoy reading.

These materials include:

• Audiobooks on CD
• Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA) materials
• Daisy Reader
• CELA described magazine service
• DAISY Audio books
• Decodable books
• Large print books
• Digital library
• Adult literacy books
• Marlena books

How to Borrow Accessible Materials

Most accessible collection items can be borrowed with your regular Kawartha Lakes Public Library card. Some specialized devices, such as Daisy Readers, may require additional registration. If you need help choosing a format, our staff are happy to make recommendations.

Centre for Equitable Library Access (CELA)

CELA offers reading materials to people who have trouble reading print due to a print disability. Visit the CELA website to learn more. 

To register with CELA:

• E-mail Library Administration
• Call CELA at 1-855-655-2273
• Self-register online

How to Self-Register with CELA

1. Type in the name of your community: Kawartha Lakes
2. Click on the name of your library: Kawartha Lakes Public Library
3. Enter your 14-digit library card number (no spaces)
4. Fill in the registration form

Educator Access Program

CELA’s Educator Access Program supports students who have trouble reading due to a print disability. Learn more about the Educator Access Program.

Need help?

Call your local branch or email libraryadministration@kawarthalakeslibrary.ca for assistance.