How do I know when a book I've requested is ready to pick up?

There are several ways to know when a book you have requested is ready for pickup:

  • The library will send you an email notification within 24 hours of the item's arrival advising you that it is available for pick-up.
  • You can check online by logging into your Library Catalogue account. The item is available for pickup when your record says "Ready for pickup".
  • You can call any branch of the library to see if your requested book is available:
    • Bennett Library (SFU Burnaby): 778.782.4345
    • Belzberg Library (SFU Vancouver): 778.782.5050
    • Fraser Library (SFU Surrey): 778.782.7411

Updating your preferred email address with the library:

  • For students and faculty/staff on payroll, notices are emailed to your official SFU email address @sfu.ca. 
    • You can redirect library and other notices from your official SFU email address to your preferred email address at my.sfu.ca. Go to account management and then forward your email. 
    • Alternatively, contact staff in Access Services at the SFU Library at libcirc@sfu.ca.
  • For alumni, notices are emailed to the preferred address on file with the SFU Alumni Relations Office.
  • For all other borrowers, library notices will be sent to the email address you have registered with the SFU Library.