Research Guides: NorQuest Library Basics: Borrowing &amp; Returning

Borrowing and Returning Items

You can access books, articles, and more with your library account. Find out how to use your library account to renew loans, manage requests, and save items and searches from our library search.

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Self-Checkout at NorQuest Library

NorQuest Library Checkout app is an easy, fast way to borrow books and other items from the NorQuest College Library. Simply scan your books with the app either on your phone or tablet or by using our Self-Checkout Kiosk located by the Circulation Desk.

Download the App

Download the “NorQuest Library Checkout” from your app store
Open the app and scan or type in your NorQuest Library barcode
Allow the app to access your location and camera
Scan the book barcode and touch “Finish” when done
The app will email you a receipt with the date to return the book

Questions? Ask library staff for assistance.

Apple Download for iOS devices

Google Play Download for Android devices

Ebook Central (formerly Ebrary) This link opens in a new window
Scholarly ebooks from University Presses and top publishers.
EBSCO eBooks This link opens in a new window

Audio Cine Films (ACF) This link opens in a new window
A vast collection of popular and classic films.
Criterion on Demand This link opens in a new window
Access a large variety of features films on-line, at the click-of-a-button.
Numerous titles available in both English and French and multiple genres for educational and research purposes.
Films on Demand Master Academic Collection This link opens in a new window
Access thousands of videos from 26 Academic focused collections including Business, Health, Social Work, and much more.
National Film Board Campus This link opens in a new window
Includes documentaries, animations, experimental films, fiction and interactive works.
A showcase of films that take a stand on issues of global importance that matter to Canadians—stories about the environment, human rights, international conflict, the arts and more.

Purchasing Textbooks

Purchase your textbooks online from The Core.

Choose to have your materials delivered to you or pick them up at the Edmonton Downtown campus.
The cost of shipping will depend on the weight of the package.

Contact thecore@norquest.ca OR 780-644-6200 for assistance, or check the FAQ page for answers to common questions.