CELA

Notice – Effective July 31, 2025, CELA will no longer be sending out CDs to users. 

What alternatives are available to our users with print disabilities? 

We recognize that this change may be difficult for some CELA users who rely on CDs.  There are a number of options that patrons can choose to read their books including: 

• Envoy Connect, an affordable and easy to use portable mp3 player,  

• Humanware 4M and 12 M Wi-Fi-enabled DAISY players,  

• Digital downloads to apps like EasyReader and other devices,  

• Our soon-to-be announced smart speaker option.  

How can patrons who do not have internet service access their audiobooks and magazines?  

There are options for patrons without internet access.  

• The Envoy Connect devices can be sent to CELA for reloading. Alternately, designates, friends or family members can assist with reloading these devices using the internet at their home. 

• Most DAISY players can accept an SD card with books loaded on it. Family, friends or designates can assist with downloading books and placing them on the SD card. 

• Braille readers can continue to request physical braille and print braille  

Do you or someone you know have difficulty reading print?

Your public library offers a collection of over 300,000 books and more for people who have trouble reading print due to a learning, physical or visual disability.

• A choice of formats including audio, braille or accessible e-book
• Bestsellers, award-winners, classics, self-help, business and more
• Books for kids, teens and adults
• Download books or receive home delivery by mail

To sign up for CELA:

If you already have a valid library card with the Belleville Public Library:

• Visit celalibrary.ca and register for CELA online or
• Phone 613-968-6731 x 2037

If you don’t have a library card with the Belleville Public Library:

• Email the Information Services department or
• Phone 613-968-6731 x 2037

About CELA

CELA is a national not-for-profit organization run by public libraries for public libraries. CELA’s mission is to support public libraries in the provision of accessible collections for Canadians with print disabilities. CELA’s collections and services are available to patrons with print disabilities who are members of a public library funded to receive their services, either by their provincial/territory or through a local library subscription. More than 600 public library systems across Canada are currently members of CELA.