LIBRARY AND STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Welcome to the GLBC Library

The GLBC Library empowers students to succeed wherever they study. We offer equitable access to academic resources, personalized research support, and guidance tailored to our fully online environment. Dedicated to fostering information literacy and scholarly growth, we are here to support your coursework, sharpen your research skills, and enrich your academic journey every step of the way.


Need Help with Research?


If you are looking for academic materials, we are here to ensure you get what you need—no matter where you are studying from. The GLBC Library specializes in connecting you with primary biblical and theological literature, with a special emphasis on Restoration Movement historical texts:


  • Resource Location — Personalized assistance finding key materials within our collection or across digital databases.


  • Book Loans via Postal Mail — Physical book delivery anywhere in Canada via Canada Post (shipping charges may apply).


  • Scanning & Document Delivery — On-demand scans of specific book chapters or articles delivered straight to your inbox.


  • Perlego Access — Discounted subscriptions to a vast digital library of textbooks and scholarly resources.

SERVICES OVERVIEW

To ensure a smooth academic experience, the Library offers a comprehensive suite of distance-friendly services:


  • Research Support — Get personalized guidance finding academic sources, developing search strategies, and properly citing references.


  • Book & Resource Loans — Access both physical collections and extensive online digital databases.


  • Virtual Consultations — Book a 1-on-1 online meeting with our librarian for tailored academic support.


  • Workspace Access — Quiet workspace with high-speed internet connectivity is available on campus by appointment.

MEET OUR LIBRARIAN


Thomas Garside

Librarian, Great Lakes Bible College

Email: library@glbc.ca


Click here to book a meeting.


PERLEGO SUBSCRIPTION

GLBC students can access Perlego, an online digital library featuring over 1.5 million academic textbooks and hard-to-find Christian studies resources.


Through our institutional partnership, GLBC students receive an exclusive discounted rate of $90 USD (~$130 CAD) per year for unlimited access across all devices.

How to Claim Your Subscription:
Send an email to  library@glbc.ca   with the subject line "Perlego" to request your registration link.

Join Sam Mulligan, our recent graduate, as he gives us a video tour of our library.

SUPPORT FOR ONLINE LEARNING

Our services are built around GLBC’s distance education model, ensuring seamless access and continuity for all online students. Whether you need assistance navigating digital databases or finding physical materials, expert help is always within reach.


While our services are default-online to accommodate remote learners, quiet in-person workspace access can be arranged by appointment when needed.

RESEARCH AND ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE

We offer dedicated one-on-one professional support to help you excel in your coursework and postsecondary studies. During individual consultations, we can assist you with:


  • Developing effective database search strategies


  • Evaluating and selecting authoritative scholarly sources


  • Mastering citation formats and upholding academic integrity


  • Navigating complex research topics with confidence


These services are designed to build your confidence, foster independent research skills, and support your long-term scholarly success.

To support student learning and academic achievement by providing equitable access to information resources, research support, and instructional assistance in an online learning environment.