Library + Archives

The Ron Burnett Library + Learning Commons at Emily Carr University offers a comprehensive collection of resources focused on art, design and media. Services include research support, study spaces, printing facilities and access to specialized collections like artists’ books and archives.

The ECU Archives preserve the university’s history, housing materials dating back to 1925.

Library General Inquiries + Hours

Email: library@ecuad.ca
Phone: 604-844-3840

September to April:

Monday – Thursday: 8 am – 8 pm

Friday: 8 am – 6 pm
Saturday: 1 pm – 5 pm

Summer Hours (late April – August):

Monday – Friday: 9am – 5pm
Closed on holidays

Research Help Desk Contact + Hours of Operation

Email: library@ecuad.ca

September to April:
Monday to Friday: 11:15 am – 1:15 pm and 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm.

May to August:
Research Help is available upon request.

Live Chat Hours of Operation

Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm and Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm and Sunday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Closed on holidays and between semesters.

Archives Contact

Archives General Inquiries
Email: archives@ecuad.ca
Phone: 604-630-4571