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



 

 

 

 

  

 

 

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 ### 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  


**Dorothy H. Hoover Library**  
113 McCaul Street, 2nd floor, Room 215 (also accessible from 122 St. Patrick St.)

- Monday-Thursday, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
- Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Sunday: Closed

The returns box is open for book drop-offs.  
  
Holiday Closures:

- Saturday, October 10 - Monday, October 12, 2026 (Thanksgiving)
- December 21, 2026 - January 3, 2026 (Winter Holiday Closure)
- Monday, February 15, 2027 (Family Day)
- Friday, March 27, 2027 (Good Friday)

  
**Library Learning Zone**  
113 McCaul St., Level 1, room 110 (also accessible from 122 St. Patrick St.)

- Monday - Thursday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am - 5:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday: Closed

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



 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

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 ### Contact  


**Library information, collections, holds, and more**  
<libraryhelp@ocadu.ca>, or 416-977-6000 ext. 358  
  
**Reference, research, and instruction**  
<libraryresearch@ocadu.ca>  
  
**University Archives**  
<libraryresearch@ocadu.ca>  
  
**Exhibitions and bookings**  
<susankun@ocadu.ca>



 

 

 

 

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