Author: Brian Lin

These instructions are for public library users requesting an item using TAL Online (www.talonline.ca). You will need a valid card from your local public library (in Alberta) and Pin number. If you have any questions about your card please contact your local library. For questions about TAL Online, please contact support@talonline.ca.

Search TAL Online For an item to Request

Click on the item you wish to request

Click the “Request Item” button in the detailed item view.

Select your library (and branch if necessary) by typing it in or selecting it from the list. Then click the “Select” button.

You should see the item you requested, the library that you selected and fields to enter your library card and pin number. (If you are unsure of what these are please contact your local library).

Once you have entered your pin and library card you and click the “Place Request” button. You can confirm your request and e-mail by clicking the “Confirm Request Button” If you have any additional comments you wish to add. You can enter them in the comment field.

Once your request has been confirmed you will see a message confirming this. You should also receive a confirmation e-mail at the address your entered earlier. It may take a couple days for this email to be sent to you.

Requesting an item in TAL Online

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