CELA is a national not-for-profit organization run by public libraries for public libraries.

Vision: Equitable public library services for Canadians with print disabilities.

Mission: To support public libraries in the provision of accessible collections for Canadians with print disabilities and to champion the fundamental right of Canadians with print disabilities to access media and reading materials in the format of their choice.

Mandate: To acquire, produce, and distribute published works in alternative formats to Canadian public libraries and to provide public libraries with advice, training, and information to support their patrons’ access to and use of these collections.

Our collections and services are available to patrons with print disabilities who are members of a public library funded to receive our services, either by their province/territory or through a local library subscription.

Eligible patrons of CELA member libraries have access to more than 1 million items in accessible formats including audio, braille, and electronic text. More than 600 public library systems across Canada are currently members of CELA.