Holiday Closure

by | Dec 22, 2023 | Library Closure

The library will be closed from December 25, 2023 to January 1, 2024. We will return to our regular office hours on Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Happy holidays everyone!

-The Manitoba Law Library team

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

by | Sep 27, 2023 | Library Closure

Statement by Manitoba’s Chief Justices and Chief Judge Regarding the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

As September 30, 2023 falls on a Saturday, the Manitoba Courts will observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Monday, October 2, 2023, and will not be sitting on that day.

The Great Library’s physical space will be closed for the day, but we are still open virtually and
available by email at library@lawsociety.mb.ca for legal help and research.

Library Closure

by | Sep 25, 2023 | Library Closure

Please be advised that there will be a swearing-in ceremony for The Honourable Marianne Rivoalen, Chief Justice of Manitoba on Friday, Sept 29, 2023. The library will be closed from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  After hours service for the legal profession can resume at 5:00 p.m.

Please note other upcoming closures:

  • Monday, October 2 – Truth and Reconciliation Day (Courthouse closed)
  • Thursday, October 19 – Swearing in Ceremony
  • Friday, October 27 – Swearing in Ceremony

Scaffolding in the Great Library for repairs

by | Mar 7, 2023 | Law Library Life, Library Closure

Beginning on March 7th, repairs and replacements to the overhead lighting in the Great Library will begin and continue for several weeks.

There will be construction scaffolding erected starting in the south area near the entrance. There will be limited access during this initial phase of repairs. Access will improve as the project progresses north away from the entrance.

Access to books, computers, and work space will be restricted during this time. Please see staff if you require resources during this time.