Breaking Down Barriers to Knowledge: Western Libraries Waives Fees for Community Members - Western Libraries - Western University

"Western Libraries is pleased to announce that it is waiving its borrowing fees for members of the general public and organizations, granting them free access to most of its extensive print collections and services.

Previously, organizations were charged an annual fee of $500, while individuals paid $35 for three months or $100 for a year of access. The decision acknowledges the importance of reducing barriers to information access for individuals and organizations not currently affiliated with the University. Removing these barriers aligns with the accessibility and inclusion goals of both Western Libraries and the University as a whole...."