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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

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

Fall Hours

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

The returns box is open for book drop-offs.

Holiday Closures
Thanksgiving weekend, October 11th - Monday October 13, 2025
Winter Holiday Closure: December 20, 2025 – January 4, 2026

 

 

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

Fall Hours (starting October 6, 2025):

  • Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday & Sunday: Closed

 


EXCEPTION: during the Fall Break from October 14-17, the Library Learning Zone will be open from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

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
Thanksgiving Weekend, October 11th - Monday October 13, 2025