Story time for toddlers is great the lady reading the stories and songs is amazing and she loves what she does! I think everyone should bring their toddlers and come every week!!!

First off the surrounding landscape is just beautiful. This used to be my favorite spot to take out books and read on the lawn in the summer (yes I was that much of a geek). I found that their selections were much better than the Vancouver Public Library. I used to read vintage Rolling Stone magazines from the 70's here for fun. That is how I used t spend my Saturday's in high school....sitting... more

This is my favorite library to go to in lower mainland. The place is spacious, and they have long, long table, which I can place my belongings on top of it. If you like to read at a corner, there is always a spot to park. The staff is nice, and waiting time is not long.

The book selection is great. They had a pretty huge section for newspaper, magazines area. They include some overseas... more

I had the chance to revisit this library after a 15 year absence and for the most part, it has held up fairly well.

I came on a wednesday evening and the parking lot downstairs was fairly empty and easy to park, and there were enough desk spaces to get set up. 15 years ago it was much more crowded. I'm guessing the coffee shop phenomenon has drained most of the crowds out.

The wifi is open,... more

Been there many times, specially back then when I first came to Vancouver. Their selection of books is fantastic. Particularly top novels and comics which you can read laying on the gardens if it's a nice day. I would clean up the bathrooms more often though since most of the times smell!

I love libraries. Just not this one. I've lived in Burnaby for a few years and I know that even though there are lots of libraries, doesn't mean that they're necessarily good. I grew up in a city in California that had ONE public library (because they rest were private) and it was the best. Great services and resources, so I do have high hopes when it comes to libraries.

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Always found this place as a social place for the students, very full upstairs to get a spot, & too much action to concentrate fully; ppl are always moving around here.

Washrooms on both levels, and a lot cleaner than the DT one. The ground level ain't too bad with its lounge seating if you're into reading there w/ the current papers & magazines.

One saving grace is its free underground... more

BPL in North Burnaby has always been my favorite, even when it was in the old building. The new building has been around for a while and it's gorgeous! Even with all the glass and concrete, it somehow still feels comfortable. Great selection of books, DVDs, and they have a really friendly staff. Free wifi if you have a library card and a great view of Confederation Park. They allow drinks with... more

When I first moved to Burnaby, this was the first place I visited. Mainly for two reasons...reason one. When I was passing by on the skytrain, I was really impressed with the courtyard in the back...or side...Actually now that I think about it, I'm not really sure which side of the building is considered the front. Anyways, reason one, Beautiful and well kept courtyard! reason two, I didn't... more

Nice quiet place to study when people aren't talking on their phones...but don't get too cozy. Cross your legs up on the chairs, take out a little trail-mix and the security guards will treat you like a delinquent.

With two spacious floors and more than enough comfy chairs to read a book or newspaper in, the main branch of the burnaby public library is already a large enough place for the relatively small portion of the community that come here. Although their free internet service is always backed up, the park and mall close by can provide more than enough distraction for those 45 minutes before you do... more