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Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions
Funding for eligible OCLC library subscriptions
Last Update: June 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Library and Archives Canada covers the cost of two OCLC subscriptions for eligible small Canadian libraries. The program supports access to the simplified cataloguing interface in WorldShare Record Manager and WorldShare Interlibrary Loan.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Subscription to the simplified cataloguing interface in WorldShare Record Manager.
- Subscription to WorldShare Interlibrary Loan.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Small public libraries.
- Small academic libraries.
- Canadian post-secondary libraries.
Who is not eligible
- Elementary and high school libraries.
- Regional library headquarters serving more than 50,000 people.
- Special libraries.
- Federal and provincial government libraries.
Eligible expenses
- OCLC subscription fees for the simplified cataloguing interface in WorldShare Record Manager.
- OCLC subscription fees for WorldShare Interlibrary Loan.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed within two weeks after the deadline.
- Approved applicants receive a confirmation email.
- Library information is sent to OCLC Canada after approval.
- OCLC Canada sends a master service agreement to sign and return.
- Rejections are communicated by email with the reason for the decision.
Additional information
- Funding applications are accepted once a year in the fall.
- Funding is for one year, from April 1 to March 31.
- Libraries that received funding in previous fiscal years are automatically qualified for future funding, but may be asked to reapply.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions?
Library and Archives Canada covers the cost of two OCLC subscriptions for eligible small Canadian libraries. The program supports access to the simplified cataloguing interface in WorldShare Record Manager and WorldShare Interlibrary Loan.
Who is eligible for the Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions program?
To be eligible for the Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions program, you must:
Small public or academic Canadian libraries.
No provincial or territorial service funding.
Population or collection-size limits apply.
What expenses are eligible under Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions?
Subscription to the simplified cataloguing interface in WorldShare Record Manager.
Subscription to WorldShare Interlibrary Loan.
Who can I contact for more information about the Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions?
You can contact Library and Archives Canada (LAC) by email at servicesauxbibliotheques-libraryservices@bac-lac.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions available?
The Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions?
Apply for funding for OCLC subscriptions is funded by Library and Archives Canada (LAC)