Policies

Interlibrary Loans Borrowing Policy for Western faculty, staff, and students:

  • Interlibrary Loans are available to all registered faculty, students, and staff of Western University and its Affiliated University Colleges (Huron, King's, and St. Peter's Seminary).
  • There is no charge for the Interlibrary Loan service.
  • Materials marked 'For Use in the Library Only' must remain in the Library and be returned to the Info Desk before closing at the end of each day.
  • The loan period is determined by the lending library. The borrowed item is not renewable unless requested from and approved by Interlibrary Loans. Renewal may be requested by email through interlib@uwo.ca.
  • All material is subject to recall.
  • Failure to return materials on time to Western Libraries will result in fines and suspension of borrowing privileges.
  • The loss or damage of Interlibrary Loan materials should be reported to Interlibrary Loans staff. The borrower must pay the replacement cost set by the lending library.
  • Copyright rules apply to all Interlibrary Loans.

If you have questions about requests or loans for material from another library, email interlib@uwo.ca.

Updated February 2025