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Selling Creative Works at Library Programs Policy

Objective

This policy outlines the guidelines under which the Library allows the sale of materials at events featuring creators offered at VPL or delivered in partnership with VPL.

Scope

This policy applies to all VPL staff and partners.

Approved by the Library Board: March 26, 1986
Revised: March 27, 2002; June 20, 2018
Approved by Directors Group: October 31, 2023

Policy Statements

Creative works such as books, comics, magazines, music and artwork may be sold during Library programs featuring their creators. The sale of any other related materials at a library program must be approved by the Chief Librarian or delegate prior to the event. 

Vancouver Public Library staff will not be involved in the sale of materials at programs.