Scan to Patron Service Workflow
Book chapters and articles
Users working off-campus due to the ongoing pandemic can request specific readings from the library's print collection for individual use. Requests are filled based on Canadian Copyright Act and fair dealing criteria. Note that requests for multiple chapters from a single resource may exceed the allowable limits.
To request a scanned copy of an individual reading, complete the online form. Requests will be filled within 3 business days.
Pending review, requestors are provided with a PDF of the reading and a terms for use statement. The statement outlines restrictions for sharing the scanned document by the requestor, based on the Canadian Copyright Act and fair dealing guidelines.
As per the Canadian Copyright Act (R.S.C. 1985, c. C-42, s 30.2): The attached digital copy is to be used solely for the purposes of research, private study or education. Any other use may require the authorization of the copyright owner of the work in question.
Canadian copyright law permits the printing of a single copy of this digital copy and requires that you cease using the digital copy within five business days from the day on which you first used it. The digital copy must not be stored, forwarded or distributed. It is recommended that you destroy the digital copy five days after its first use.
The NOSM University, Health Sciences Library is not responsible for the failure to abide by this policy, and you may be subject to liability for copyright infringement. It is a federal offence to infringe copyright.
