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Welcome to the OCAD U Library! We're here to support your research, learning, and studio practice.

Locations

Dorothy H. Hoover Library: 113 McCaul Street, Level 2, room 215 (also accessible from 122 St. Patrick St.)
Library Learning Zone: 113 McCaul St., Level 1, room 110 (also accessible from 122 St. Patrick St.)
University Archives: 230 Richmond St. W., 8th floor (elevator access only)
 

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Hours

The Dorothy H. Hoover Library and Library Learning Zone will be closed on Tuesday, May 6 due to a planned power outage at 113 McCaul St.

 

Dorothy H. Hoover Library Spring / Summer Hours
 

  • Monday to Friday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Saturday & Sunday: Closed

The returns box is open for book drop-offs.

Library Learning Zone (April 14, 2025 – April 25, 2025)
 

  • Monday to Sunday: Closed

Note: except for public events and exhibitions, a valid OCAD U ID card is required to enter the Library Learning Zone.

 

Archives Hours

The University Archives are open by appointment only. For reference questions related to the University Archives, please contact our librarians at libraryresearch@ocadu.ca, or the Archivist at archives@ocadu.ca.

Note: All library locations are closed on statutory holidays and during OCAD U's Winter Closure. 

 

Holiday Closures
Good Friday: Friday, April 18, 2025
Victoria Day: Monday, May 19, 2025
Canada Day: Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Civic Holiday: Monday, August 4, 2025