How do I get an Accessible Card and what additional materials can I access with it?

If you have a print disability and require materials in an accessible format, you can request an Accessible Card at any library branch. An Accessible Card will allow you access to the following collections and services:

After you have registered with CELA or NNELS with your Accessible Card, you can log into the CELA and NNELS websites to request materials from them for yourself. 

What is the difference between CELA and NNELS?

CELA
NNELS
  • Provides access to physical and digital collections of books and magazines in audio, e-text; braille; newspapers in e-text; children's pictures books with braille added.
  • Provides access to a digital collection of DAISY audio materials; some e-braille; e-text.
  • Materials are made available to patrons either via direct download to a computer, mobile device (eg. tablets or smartphones) or a DAISY device OR
    via mail-delivery     of audio CDs or braille materials.
  • Materials are made available to patrons via direct download to a computer, mobile device (eg. tablets or smartphones) or a DAISY device.