Technology Improvements Are Coming to Lambton County Library
Lambton County Library is upgrading to a new integrated library system (ILS).
A new catalogue, library app, and improved online experience launch November 4, 2026.
Lambton County Library is upgrading its technology to make finding, borrowing, and managing library materials easier than ever.
As we transition to our new system, some library services will be temporarily unavailable from Sunday, October 25 at 5:00 p.m. until Tuesday, November 3, 2026. All library locations will remain open during their regular hours.
What's changing?
A Better Online Catalogue
Search and discover library materials with an improved design and more user-friendly features.
A New Library App
Manage multiple library accounts, place holds, renew items, and access your digital library card from your phone.
A Refreshed Website
Explore the redesigned Lambton County Library website starting November 4. Our web address will remain LCLibrary.ca.
More Ways to Stay Connected
Opt in to text notifications for holds and library account updates.
| Date | What to Expect |
|---|---|
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October 25, 2026 5:00 p.m. |
Existing catalogue goes offline. Online account access, holds, renewals, fee payments and the Iguana Library app become unavailable. |
| October 26 - November 3, 2026 |
Temporary service changes. Libraries remain open, with some borrowing and account services unavailable. |
| November 4, 2026 |
New technology launches. The new catalogue, library app, and refreshed website become available. |
How to Prepare
Before October 25 at 5:00 p.m., we encourage library patrons to:
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Make sure your library card is active and you know your PIN.
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Place holds or renew borrowed materials ahead of the transition.
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Contact your library branch to resolve any account issues.
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Bring your physical library card when visiting during the transition.
Library services during the transition
October 25 at 5:00 p.m. to November 3, 2026
Available Services
✅ Ebooks and eAudiobooks will be available through Libby
✅ Pick up existing holds if notified
✅ Register for and attend programs
✅ Public computer workstations, printing services, Makerspace, Meeting rooms, and Wi-Fi.
Unavailable Services from October 25 at 5:00 p.m. until November 3
❌ Online catalogue
❌ Placing holds or renewing physical items
❌ Registering or renewing library cards
❌ Fee payments
❌ PIN inquiries
❌ Account access and notifications
❌ The Iguana Library mobile app
❌ Self-checkout machines
❌ Borrowing video games, Launch Pads, Book Club Kits, or items from the Library of Things collection.
All library locations will remain open during regular operating hours. Please note that staff will only be able to help locate materials available within the library you are visiting while the catalogue is offline.
System Update FAQ
| Can I return library items during the system update? |
| You can return materials during the offline period, but we recommend waiting until the new system is live on November 4. Due dates have been extended. |
| What is a digital library card? |
| With the new Lambton County Library app, you will have access to a digital library barcode to check out items at the Service Desk and self-checkout machines. The app supports access to library barcodes for your linked accounts, and all barcodes can be added to your digital wallet on your mobile device for easy access. |
| Will the web address change? |
| Starting November 4, 2026, the Lambton County Library website will feature a new design. The web address, LCLibrary.ca, will remain the same. |
| How do I sign up for text notifications? |
| Starting November 4, 2026, you can enable text alerts for holds and updates through your online account, or you can ask library staff to enable them for you. |