Q. What types of questions will be answered?
A. For questions requiring a brief, factual answer, staff will provide the answer directly to you, along with the source(s) of where the answer was found.

For more complex questions, including medical, legal and consumer information, you will receive guidance on how to best start researching the topic.

Q. Do I have to be a member of the Cobourg Public Libray in order to use Ask a Librarian?
A. No, we are pleased to offer this service to all visitors to our website.

Q. How quickly can I expect a response?
A. Ask a Librarian staff will make every effort to respond within two business days. If you need a more immediate response, please contact the Cobourg Public Library at: 905-372-9271.

Q. Can I access genealogical information via Ask a Librarian?
A. Staff can provide limited genealogical research assistance.