Collections, preservation and resources

Researchers at the University of Waterloo make discoveries that transform our world.

The Library supports our faculty and students at every stage of learning, from early exploration to specialized lines of inquiry. With access to a range of carefully selected resources, they develop essential knowledge that forms the groundwork for revolutionary ideas.

Our scholars' needs are constantly evolving, which means that our collections are as well. Carefully selected databases provide our researchers with insights into a range of subjects from materials analysis to advances in the green energy sector. With this information at their fingertips, they can develop new ideas that distinguish them as global innovators.

By investing in electronic versions of key print publications, we're ensuring that our scholars have essential access to information necessary for their research. However, the cost of maintaining our collections has increased substantially, and it continues to rise.

You can help

Your gift to the Library will contribute to vibrant collections that support learning at every stage. Together, we can help our faculty and students build essential knowledge and discover new ideas that will dramatically shape our world.

Current and archival book collections

Current and archival book collections