Get a Library Card
Markham Public Library (MPL) membership is free to anyone who lives, works, goes to school or owns property in Markham or York Region. Your library card gives you free access to our amazing collections. You can borrow items, use our computers and other devices, and access our digital collections from home.
How to Get a Full-Service Library Card
You can sign up for a full-service MPL card by visiting one of our branches in-person with the valid piece of ID that shows your current name and address. Children under the age of thirteen (13) must have their cards signed by a parent or guardian. The parent or guardian is responsible for all items on child's card and the service charges incurred on that card.
Here are some examples of IDs we accept:
- Driver's license
- Ontario health card
- Passport
- Citizenship card
- Current bill or invoice
How to Get a Digital Access Card
Online eCard registration is temporarily unavailable while we make improvements to our digital services. You can still sign up for a library membership in person at any MPL branch. If you already have an eCard, it will continue to work as usual.
If you need help accessing eResources with your current eCard, please contact the library.
What Can You Do with a Library Card?
- Enjoy our extensive collection of books, music, movies and more
- Download eBooks, digital magazines, movies and music
- Access online learning resourcesand virtual homework help
- Use our online databases
- Use the computers, printers and scanners
- Access cutting-edge technology at the Makerspaces
Lost/Stolen Cards
Please report a lost or stolen card to us immediately. A replacement will be issued at the cost of $2. Damaged or worn-out cards will be replaced free of charge. If you move, please notify us so that we can update our records.
