*NEW* Chilton Library
February 2, 2026
Reliable automotive help online 24/7 through Chilton Library, an authoritative vehicle database trusted by automotive enthusiasts and professionals for over …
News and Stories
Creativebug
May 11, 2020
Creativebug is an art and craft education resource. There are thousands of online video classes taught by leading instructors. Categories …
Grant Connect (In-branch only)
January 2, 2020
Grant Connect is available in-branch only, at a public workstation or when connected to VIRL WiFi. This database is a …
BC Laws
November 29, 2018
BC Laws provides free public access to the current laws of British Columbia. This consolidation of BC Statutes and Regulations …
BC Codes
September 17, 2018
Full text of the BC Building Code, Fire Code, and Plumbing Code. Current and previous versions are included. Access: Available …
Consumer Reports
September 17, 2018
Consumer Reports provides trusted ratings and reviews, recommendations and buying advice for thousands of products and services. Subjects include: Appliances …
LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com)
September 17, 2018
LinkedIn Learning is an online learning platform featuring video courses and tutorials. LinkedIn Learning offers courses with a focus on …
Fast Facts about Vancouver Island Regional Library
- Vancouver Island Regional Library is the fifth largest library system in British Columbia.
- Holdings at Vancouver Island Regional Library number almost one million and include books, magazines, CD’s and DVD’s. Card holders can borrow materials from any of our 39 locations.
- In 2012 there were 2.6 million visits to our branches and our customers borrowed 4.6 million items.
- Vancouver Island Regional Library opened its doors in 1936 as the Vancouver Island Union Library. We were the second regional library in North America.
- With 39 branch libraries across the island, Vancouver Island Regional Library serves over 430,000 people on Vancouver Island, Haida Gwaii and the Central Coast (Bella Coola)
