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Libraries live! Get a virtual library card during COVID

April 16, 2020
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Libraries are closed. But the new virtual library card gives you access to electronic and audio books. Right now you need to have a cellphone.

No Toronto Public Library card? No problem. You can still access our largest collection of ebooks and audiobooks. Learn about the new Instant Digital Card: //t.co/ON0aMZeljK

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— Toronto Public Library (@torontolibrary) April 15, 2020

What you’ll need:

Our campaign code: TPL2020
A cell phone, with a Toronto area code (416, 647 or 437), that can receive text messages
Either a computer with an internet connection, OR
A smartphone or tablet with one of OverDrive’s ereading apps:
- - Libby (most customers)
  - OverDrive (customers who use screen reader software)

What you’ll get:

- - Access to our largest and most popular ebook platform, with thousands of ebooks and audiobooks
  - Collections for adults, children and teens
  - Small collections in French, Chinese, Russian, Spanish and Portuguese
  - Nearly 3,000 streaming videos
  - Borrow up to 30 items at a time, and place up to 30 holds

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