Borrow from Other Libraries (ILL)
Sometimes your research takes you beyond what our collection can offer. When that happens, you can take advantage of tools like RACER to search library collections from universities across Ontario, Canada, and beyond.
OMNI
With Omni, every search you do includes collections and materials from universities across Ontario. This includes print books from 18 other universities that Algoma does not own. To request an item, ensure you are signed in to see all the request options. If you are located at our Timmins or Brampton Campuses, please include this in the note on the request. Print items are delivered to the Wishart Library (on the Sault Campus) or another Omni university library of your choosing for in-person pick-up at no cost to current students, staff, and faculty. You will receive an email alerting you when the item is available for pick-up (be sure to check your social folder on your email).
BEYOND OMNI
If you are unable to find what you need in Omni or elsewhere, please fill out the request form with citation details and we will do our best to locate a copy for you.
You can also reach out to our ILL Department directly for any help that you need! If you cannot find what you are looking for ask us!
Borrowing in Person
Another Canadian University Library
In addition to using Interlibrary Loan, Algoma University faculty, staff, and students can borrow in person from other university libraries in Canada.
Please contact the library in question to determine their requirements for a Reciprocal Borrower Card. Most will require a current Algoma University ID and proof of address, but additional documentation may be required.