Accessible Collections and Assistive Technology

Enjoying ebooks and audiobooks from Libby on your tablet, smartphone and computer is easy with the Libby app. Check out our digital collections page to find out more. Libby has a range of accessibility features such as screen reader support and adjustable text size.

Audiobooks on CD contains the audio of a specified book for your enjoyment.

Interlibrary Loan (e.g. DAISY, MP3 CDs, large print)

Does RPL not have the book you’re for? You might be able to order it in from another library! Illume is the Interlibrary loan service between public and post-secondary libraries in BC & Yukon.

This collection provides audiobooks to patrons with a perceptual disability (also called a print disability), in addition to the library’s regular audiobook collection.

Large print books feature clear, oversized, high-contrast type perfect for those who prefer reading larger font. We have a wide range of titles including bestsellers, mysteries, romance and more. Ask a staff member for more details.

A DAISY player is an audiobook player specifically designed for users with perceptual disabilities. The library has DAISY players available to borrow. You must register as an Accessible Audiobook Collection user to borrow a DAISY player.

We have magnifiers available for use at all our library locations.

A black-on-yellow large print keyboard for people who prefer enhanced contrast. Available at all library locations.

A sound field system allows speech from the microphone user to be evenly distributed across an entire room.

Make a request for a program or event using the Phonak Sound Field.

ReachDeck reads website content ‘out loud’, using the most natural and engaging voice and transforms your online reading experience.