Library - Audiovisual Lending Service

How to Find a Title

Go to the AV List Subject Heading Index.  Each of the subject areas on the list links to specific parts of the collection.  There are descriptions of each item that includes the format, year of production, the total running time, restrictions on use, and a synopsis of the content.  For assistance, e-mail Gary Bell at gary_bell@camh.net.

• All borrowers must be registered members of the library. Borrowers with a General Public card may borrow one unrestricted AV item at a time for a period of one week.
• Students must arrange AV loans at their school, through the library, Learning Resource Centre (LRC), AV service or resource person.
• Professionals outside CAMH may access resources by arranging with their organizations to FAX a loan request on official letterhead to (416) 595-6601. Note: Most hospitals and universities have libraries that will arrange the loan of AV materials for their staff – this service should be used where available.
• AVs may be reserved ahead of time and are subject to availability. They may be borrowed for the length of time required to ship, show and return them to the Centre Library, generally 7 to 8 days. If you have further questions you may call (416) 535-8501, ext. 6987.

Conditions of Loan

The CAMH AV Lending Service only loans AV materials within the Province of Ontario.  Loan periods are limited and negotiable.  Toronto borrowers are responsible for the pick up and return of loans. Items can be sent to borrowers outside of Toronto by courier. The borrower is responsible for arranging and paying for loan returns by courier, and will ensure that the Library receives the loan back on or before the due date of the item.

1. The borrower is responsible for the care of AV material. Charges may be levied for replacement of items lost or damaged due to negligence.  (The cost of a DVD or video may exceed $300.)
2. Do not attempt to repair or modify AV materials in any way: Please report any malfunction or damage to the AV technician before returning the item.
3. AV materials will be returned by the due date unless an extension is granted. The borrower is to call the AV service (416) 535-8501 x6987 to request loan extensions before the due date.
4. Termination of loan privileges may result for borrowers who do not return AVs by the due date.
5. AV materials are to be returned directly to the Centre Library at 33 Russell Street in person or by Courier.
6. Materials must be packaged securely to prevent damage. Do not use recycled fibre-filled envelopes - This will contaminate AVs and players.

Purchasing AVs

The CAMH Library does not sell AVs. To purchase an AV located in the CAMH Library AV collection contact the distributor directly.  See:

CAMH Library AV Distributors List (PDF)

Contact Information and Address

33 Russell Street
Toronto, Ontario M5S 2S1
Tel: (416) 535-8501 X6987
Fax: (416) 595-6601
E-mail: gary_bell@camh.net