Fines
**As of September 3rd, 2024, UVic Libraries will no longer be assessing overdue fines for regular loans.**
Recalled items, Interlibrary loans, media equipment, and short term loans (such as Reserve items) are still subject to overdue fines.
Due dates may change based on renewals and recall requests. Items not returned or renewed by the due date/time are subject to overdue fines or replacement charges.
- Borrowing is blocked when fines or charges reach $20.00 or more.
- Borrowing privileges may be reinstated when outstanding charges are paid.
Stay on top of your items and due dates with to avoid library fines.
Appeals
Staff at library service points can help you resolve your fines concerns. You may be directed to our online appeal form.
I want to check my fines
Log in to to see the fines on your account. You will be blocked from borrowing if your library fines reach $20.00 or more.
I want to pay my fine
Paying your fine
Outstanding fines can be paid:
- online by Interac, VISA or MasterCard, (Please note that we are unable to process online payments for Community Borrowers - these patrons must settle fines at the Ask Us Desk)
- in person by Interac, VISA, MasterCard at the Ask Us Desk
- in person by cash or cheque at the Ask Us Desk
- by mail to: 番茄社区 Libraries, Mearns Centre - McPherson Library, PO Box 1800 Stn CSC, Victoria, BC V8W 3H5
I have damaged or lost a borrowed item
Damaged items
Please report damaged library items to the Ask Us Desk. Staff will assess the item’s condition and borrowers may be charged a replacement cost and processing fee.
Lost and missing items
Please report lost library items to the Ask Us Desk. Borrowers will be charged a replacement cost, a processing fee, and applicable overdue fines.
Questions about lost items and fines can be directed to the Ask Us Desk.
I have overdue items
Items are due at the hour and/or the day noted, either as specified at the time of loan or renewal or as modified by a recall notice.
Overdue charges:
- Regular items: No fine
- Recalled items: $2.00 per day
- Reserve items: $1.20 per hour
- Interlibrary Loan items: $2.00 per day
- Short term laptops: $0.25 per minute
- Extended loan laptops and DSLR cameras: $10.00 per day
- Charging cables: $2 per day
- All other media equipment: $5 per day
Regular items that have been overdue for 30 days or recalled items that have been overdue for 10 days will be assumed lost. A replacement cost and processing fee of $30 will be applied to the borrower’s account.
As of September 3rd, 2024, automatic renewals will be enabled for all regular loans. The maximum renewal limit for all borrowers is 5 renewals. For Undergraduate, Graduate, Faculty, and Staff borrowers this amounts to 913 days (2.5 years). For Alumni and Community borrowers, the maximum renewal limit is 168 days (6 months).
Who do I talk to about my fines?
McPherson Library
Mearns Centre for Learning
250-721-8230
- Fine negotiations and payments for all items with the exception of materials from the Law Library.
- Fine payments for interlibrary loan materials.
Diana M Priestly Law Library
Fraser Building, Room 160
250-721-8565
- Fine negotiations for all Law Library materials
McPherson Library
Mearns Centre for Learning, Room 292
250-721-8234
- Fine negotiations for interlibrary loan materials.