Laurier Library Brantford Project
Taking place in 2025-26, the Library is improving its service to the Brantford Campus. The Library is revitalizing the current space in Grand River Hall by adding collections, a Hawk Locker, improving study space, adding staff, and rebranding as Laurier Library Brantford.
As part of this project, our partnership with the Brantford Public Library will end on December 31st and Laurier’s books will be relocated. More details to come on how you can borrow items from Brantford Public Library starting in January.
Check back for more details as they become available.
Now Open!
Laurier Library Brantford is now open! Stop by and see the space and meet library staff and browse the print collection, books, games and education kits.
All books and physical library collections will be borrowed and returned from this location.
Staff are there to help you with all things library, searching and finding resources, borrowing, accessible materials, and more.
Project Updates
Update #6 - Jan. 7th
The space is up and running. We are waiting for power to the height-adjustable tables and a few other smaller details.
The space will be staffed from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (with closures for staff breaks). We are ready to help!
Additional questions to libraryhelp@wlu.ca or to Charlotte at cinnerd@wlu.ca
Update #5 - Jan. 2nd
On Monday we will officially be operating as Laurier Library Brantford in the Grand River Hall space. We are still waiting for furniture to be delivered. Library staff will be there and available to help. The collection is available to be browsed.
Please borrow and return all books from this space. Brantford Public Library will be referring all inquiries and returns to us.
Any questions, email libraryhelp@wlu.ca or cinnerd@wlu.ca
Update #4 - Nov. 25th
The space in Grand River Hall is now closed.
The books are mostly removed from Brantford Public Library.
Remember you can still get books from the library. Have questions? Email us at libraryhelp@wlu.ca
Questions about the project, email Charlotte at cinnerd@wlu.ca
Update #3 - Nov. 18th
This is the week that it all starts!
- We will start packing up books on Wednesday, November 19th in Brantford Public Library
- You can still borrow and return books via Brantford Public Library until the end of December
- Faculty and students can also request materials sent to be delivered at home through the Mail-on-Demand service.
- Furniture will be removed from the Grand River Hall space starting Thursday, November 20th
- New week, Monday, November 24th, construction starts in the new space
- There will be no access to the DLLC study space during this time. Users will be redirected to alternate study space on campus.
- Librarians will be using the OD104 office in the Odeon building
Update #2 - Oct. 27th
The project continues to move forward. We are finalizing dates and are developing alternative service plans while the space is closed. We are also completing our planning for service starting in January.
Update #1 - Oct. 10th
The project has been broken into two phases. Phase 1 is on track and proceeding on time. We are looking forward to providing service in the new space starting in January.
Overview of Project
Dedicated Library Space at Brantford
To better serve the evolving needs of Laurier Brantford students and faculty, the Laurier Library is redeveloping the Digital Library and Learning Commons (DLLC) on Floor 1 of Grand River Hall to become Laurier Library Brantford — a purposefully designed space offering enhanced services and resources.
This new space marks a strategic shift in how Laurier delivers library services. With easier access to digital resources through Omni, added self-serve technology and in-person support, Laurier Library Brantford is designed to be a vibrant, student-focused environment that supports learning, research and teaching.
Key changes include:
- New furniture, group study rooms, equipment and technology
- On-site staff for personalized support
- A curated collection of books and games
- Books requested through Omni available through new Hawk Locker
This refreshed library space reflects Laurier’s commitment to academic excellence and a welcoming, flexible learning environment.
Thank you to everyone who attended the consultation sessions for this project. Your input helped shape the vision for these exciting changes. More details on the transition from Brantford Public Library services will be shared soon.