Loan Policies
Loan Periods
You may check out an unlimited number of Regular Print Items, Home Use DVDs, and Video Games at the same time.
| Regular Print Items | 21 Days |
| Home Use DVDs and Video Games | 21 Days |
| Closed DVDs | 5 Hours |
| Course Reserves | 5 Hours |
| Calculators | 5 Hours |
| Inter-Library Loans | Varies |
Renewals
Regular items will be automatically renewed three times unless:
- they are on hold for another patron OR
- they have been recalled OR
- your account has be suspended due to charges
Course Reserves and Calculators cannot be automatically renewed.
Recalled Loans
A recall allows you to obtain items currently checked out to someone else. Any item on regular loan may be recalled by a patron in good standing.
If you would like to Recall an item that is currently checked out:
- Place a Hold on the item you would like to Recall. If it is eligible it will automatically be Recalled.
- You will be notified when the item is available for your use.
If you have checked out an item that is now being Recalled:
- You are assured of at least five days of use of the requested item before it must be returned.
- If you receive a Recall Notice, item(s) must be returned by the new due date, or you will be invoiced for the item(s) the following day.
If you have more questions or need help with Recalls, contact circdesk@fanshawec.ca.
Returning Items
- Library items should be returned as soon as they are no longer needed so they are available for use by others. Return print items, DVDs, video games, inter-library loan books, or course reserves anytime day or night using our drop-box. The drop-box is located outside of the library to the left of the main doors.
Charges
| All Items | Overdue fines are not charged for any loans. Replacement charges will be waived if item is returned and invoice is not yet paid. If you intend to return the borrowed item, do not pay the invoice as charges are non-refundable. Returned damaged books/items are invoiced according to the same charges. Replacement copies are not accepted. Should you incur charges, payment options are available here. |
| Regular Print Items | Items that are 30 days overdue are declared lost and are billed for replacement. Items declared lost are invoiced according to the following charges per item: • $125 default replacement charge |
| Recalls | Recalled items that are 1 day overdue are declared lost and are billed for replacement. Items declared lost are invoiced according to the following charges per item: • $125 default replacement charge |
| Course Reserves | Course Reserves that are 1 day overdue are declared lost and are billed for replacement. Items declared lost are invoiced according to the following charges per item: • $125 default replacement charge |
| Home Use DVDs and Video Games | Items that are 30 days overdue are declared lost and are billed for replacement. Items declared lost are invoiced according to the following charges per item: • $125 default replacement charge |
| Closed DVDs | Closed collection DVDs that are 1 day overdue are declared lost and are billed for replacement. Items declared lost are invoiced according to the following charges per item: • $125 default replacement charge |
| Calculators | Calculators that are 1 day overdue are declared lost and are billed for replacement. Items declared lost are invoiced according to the following charges per item: • $125 default replacement charge |
| Inter-Library Loan Books | Inter-library loan books that are 1 day overdue are declared lost and are billed for replacement. Items declared lost are invoiced according to the following charges per item: • Replacement charge determined by lending library |
Suspensions and Penalties
- Your borrowing privileges are suspended if you have been invoiced for non-returned or damaged items.
- You must pay all relevant fees to reinstate your borrowing privileges.
- Not reading relevant library notices does not excuse the requirement to return items and/or pay relevant fees.
- Any outstanding debt you may have with the college, including library charges, must be resolved before your graduation documents are released.
Charges Inquiry Form
If you believe that you have been charged in error, you may submit a Charges Inquiry form. Please read the list of situations that will not be considered for appeal on the form before submitting.