Fines and Fees

Late-Fine Free

The Penticton Public Library is proud to join hundreds of other libraries across North America by eliminating late fines on overdue materials.

All existing overdue fines in all cardholder accounts are being cleared.
Overdue fines will no longer accrue on borrowed materials returned after their due date.
Borrowed materials will still have due dates to ensure timely access for all cardholders.
Replacement fees for damaged or lost items will still apply.

Are you looking for other ways to support the library? Donations are always appreciated. Donations can be made in-person or online.

Penticton Public Library collects fees for lost or damaged materials. Fee revenue is used to off-set the library's operating costs.

Materials that are 30 days overdue will be considered lost and a replacement fee will be charged to your account (loan periods can be seen here).
Borrower privileges are suspended for those who accumulate account balances of $10.00 or more.
If Penticton Public Library is unsuccessful in collecting overdue account balances, your account may be forwarded to a collection agency for payment. An administrative fee is added to any accounts submitted to collection agencies.

Penticton Public Library accepts payments for fees in the following ways:

In Person with Cash
In Person with a Cheque made payable to Penticton Public Library or City of Penticton

Payment plans are available at Management's discretion.