Services

Last updated: 27 Oct 2026

Our offerings are as diverse as our partners. We work with partner libraries on a number of services and initiatives to provide equitable, expanded, and cost-effective access to information for learners, educators, and researchers throughout British Columbia.

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A collaborative initiative that puts the development and implementation of a digital repository within reach for every organization, at a reasonable cost, and in a supported environment. 

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With a single click, learners connect with friendly and professional AskAway service providers, who respond to questions ranging from circulation to in-depth research to citation.

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Illume provides a backbone to the province’s interlibrary loan system, simplifying and streamlining library staff workflows.

Leveraging post-secondary provincial buying power and uniting with regional and national partners allows BC ELN to secure deep discounts for partner libraries.

WriteAway is a service for undergraduate students to improve their writing.

BC ELN partners with outside organizations to provide some services. You'll find them here.