I haven't visited this place in a few years and I was in the area so decided to drop by to see if…read moreanything had changed. When I want to work in the city library, I will generally go to the Bibliotheque du Boise which has more free parking available and is the newer of the two libraries in Saint Laurent. Because that library is newer, it generally has more people, books, etc. The parking situation in this library is the same from when I last visited. The parking spots available behind the library are paid parking spots and there is street parking available in front of the library which accommodates about 9 cars. Inside this library, they have modernized it somewhat. Their tables have free USB charging stations for devices and each table also has a standard electrical outlet to plug in your device (ex: laptop). The WiFi no longer requires a password to log in (at least I didn't require one when I accessed it). Everything is pretty much the same as during my last visit a few years ago except for the updated furnishings. My only issue with this library is the parking situation. The back of this library used to be free parking for a few hours and now you have to pay to park in the back of the library before 5pm (after 5pm, it is free but the library generally closes at 7pm).

Very nice library that added a new part a few years ago. So many books to choose from. If you live…read morein Mont-Royal you can get a membership card for 2$ that allows you to get books free. You will have to renew it I think once a year or something.

It's a beautiful building with a Nice collection. It's well used speaking to it's value to the…read morecommunity. If you live in westmount you should have access. They have a list of the adresses that do not. Call ahead and provide your address before going to make sure. I had to email to get access. The staff at first thought my address was not covered. But easy to résolve.

A beautiful library, old school greenhouse and park. This library is now well over 100 years old…read moreand I love how you can see the changes in the building itself. One part is a typical Victorian heritage building, the other half in the back is very 21st century with iron beams and glass-like cages. The grounds and garden around the library are also beautiful, flowering trees and landscaped gardens. This place really does feel like an oasis.

Grande acervo de livros e filmes, que permitem ótima interação com a cultura québécoise. O prédio e…read moresua as arquitetura são uma atração à parte. Privilégio ter uma instituição como esta à disposição.

This wonderful library truly carried me through both college and university, and it holds a very…read morespecial place for me. It became my reliable space for studying, reading, and finding focus during long days and late afternoons. There is genuinely something for everyone here, as the library is very spacious and offers an impressive variety of resources for all ages and interests. With four floors dedicated to different needs, including music, children's areas, extensive book collections, and quiet study rooms, it is easy to find the perfect environment depending on your mood or purpose. The sunlight throughout the building creates a bright, peaceful atmosphere that makes spending hours there feel comfortable. One of the things I love most about this library is that despite how popular and busy it can be, it remains incredibly quiet. People are respectful, and there is a shared sense of consideration that makes it an ideal place to concentrate. My favorite study area includes comfortable cushioned chairs and large tables that give you plenty of space to spread out and truly settle in for long study sessions. The library also feels thoughtfully designed to encourage productivity and comfort, with clean, well maintained spaces and a welcoming layout that never feels overwhelming. Having a coffee inside the library is the perfect touch, allowing you to enjoy a coffee or drink while reading or studying if you feel like it. Overall, this library is a true gem and a space I will always appreciate for its calm energy, excellent resources, and supportive environment.

This a city of montreal library so in order to take out books there you have to be a resident of…read moremontreal, otherwise the membership has to be paid for. The librarians are friendly and knowledgeable. There were quite a few books in the subject I was looking for but I can't speak for their whole collection.

This library is the heart of Montreal West! The staff are super helpful and nice. They always have…read morenew books worth checking out. Not of lot of comfy seating, but it's still a really nice place to stop for a while. It's cozy and generally quiet. Like, it is waaaay quieter than Benny Library. So if you live in West NDG, it could be worth going to MoWest if you want a more peaceful place to pick up a book. They also have computers that you can use for free. Good section for young adults, including a lot of graphic novels that are awesome for adults both young and old. They have other stuff you wouldn't expect, like Board Games. Lots of good activities happen there, often free or very low cost. If you live in the area, you should get on their mailing list.

They finally finished renovating the stairs!!! Now it looks…read moreall nice and new. I don't usually go to the Concordia library because: -It's always crowded -The wifi is very unreliable -You can't easily plug in your electronics from all areas of the library -The private study areas at the MB building are nicer But despite that, it's a very beautiful library. Very modern and clean (except during midterms and finals) Sometimes I have long breaks in between classes so I take a seat and wait it out. I love the fact that it's open all the time but I think security should tighten up a bit because we often have non-students loitering around. Also, never forget the UdeM vs Concordia Library fight of 2016.

I didn't speak French and the staff gave me attitude when I came back to the desk 3 times to ask…read morefor help to find a book. They don't even have that many languages to read from. English French, and Spanish.

I have used the Benny library many times since its opening…read more I always find an appropriate library setting and helpful staff. Many local citizens seem to use it but though busy it s not noisy at all. I once had a poetry reading there in English which was well attended and well situated. I intend to try another open to the public activity there soon. Frankly, it is a magnificent resource for the community. Anglophone, francophone, allophone, tout le monde est bienvenue. Everybody's welcome.

Great new public library ( opened about a year or 2 ago), though I miss the old quaint space in…read morewhich it was previoulsy located. This new space is large, 2 storeys, very well-lit, so much so, that it can be uncomfortably warm when the sun is shining directly into the floor to ceiling windows. This is also a very family and kid friendly library, with study rooms, a virtual reality room, and one half of the second floor reserved for them, too bad they won't stay there; the racket can be very irksome indeed! Always a great selection of new books, and computers,on the main floor,computers and stacks on second, where abovementioned kids' space, virtual reality and study rooms are located. On main floor,there is a large area complete with microwave, to reheat your lunch or dinner, with tables and chairs to sit and eat, no food on laps here;facing the dining area, are nice upholstered couches to sit,relax and chat, or wait for the Maison de la Culture( located upstairs) doors to open for a show, (tix a must), an art gallery is next door to the lounge/dining area. There are various workshops,free to the general public, given throughout the year, reservations required. Great place.

This is actually a really cute community library in Verdun and one of many libraries run by the…read moreCity of Montreal. Located inside a park, with huge shady trees and benches in the front, and a children's playground and tennis courts in the back, this is a great place to pick up DVD films, books, audio books, or lounge around in and catch up reading back issues of "Vanity Fair", "Utne Reader" or dozens of other monthly magazines they receive. The collection they actually hold is rather small but get on the online "Nelligan" catalog system and suddenly all the holdings for the city of Montreal are suddenly at your fingertips. It's easy as pie to reserve titles from other libraries and them pick them up at a location most convenient to you. The entrance way is a bit of an art gallery and the exhibitions from local artists change quite frequently which is always interesting. Another great Verdun spot!