Borrow from other libraries – Document Delivery Services

Novanet Express  service allows you to borrow materials from other Novanet libraries.  Interlibrary Loan service allows you acquire books and articles not available at this library.

Who can borrow through these services?

Interlibrary Loan service is extended only to currently-registered students, staff and faculty of Saint Mary’s University. Novanet Express service is also available to Off-campus borrowers holding a Novanet-wide borrowing card.

How do I submit a request?

Search for the material in the Novanet catalogue first. Any circulating book or full-text article held at another Novanet library may be ordered directly from the catalogue through the Novanet Express delivery service. You may also borrow books in person from any Novanet library by using your SMU ID card. If the item you need is not listed in the Novanet catalogue, click on the Interlibrary Loan link above, then choose the appropriate form to request either a book or a journal article.

How long will it take for the material to arrive?

Items ordered through Novanet Express should arrive within three business days. Since books ordered through Interlibrary Loan are shipped greater distances by mail, allow 5 to 15 days for delivery. Copies of journal articles ordered through Interlibrary Loan often arrive within just a few days. Materials ordered from outside of Canada may take longer. In any case, although we will try to meet your deadlines, Document Delivery is not able to guarantee delivery.

How much does it cost?

Our Document Delivery services are free. In exceptional cases, there could be a charge for extraordinary delivery of material through Interlibrary Loan, but only if you have agreed to the cost in advance.

Where can I pick up material that has arrived for me?

You will be contacted by email once a document delivery item arrives. You can pick up the material at the Circulation Desk on the main floor. When possible, articles will be sent directly to your email address.

Questions or comments? Please feel free to contact us:

Novanet Express: 902-491-6308 or Rachel.Tingley@smu.ca

Interlibrary Loan: 902-420-5542 or ill@smu.ca

You may also visit the Document Delivery office on the main floor of the library or contact the library’s Information Desk (902-420-5544) after office hours.

Last Modified: November 27, 2009