Frequently Asked Questions

Note: As of August 31 2026, the current Turnitin system will be replaced with a new platform called Draft Coach. For more details, visit the Draft Coach + Turnitin Solutions for Students info page. Access to Turnitin can be found within the Library@MyCanvas Course or by clicking on the Turnitin button on the Library homepage. For information on using this tool, visit the Turinitin Guide.  ... read more

You can log into your account by clicking on the Library Account Login button located at the top of any Library webpage and signing in with your 9-digit ID and password. Full instructions can be found by viewing the Your Library Account page.   ... read more

Most of the Library's resources are available online – this includes eBooks, magazine & newspaper articles, and more. When you are off-campus, you will be prompted to log in with your 9-digit student or employee ID and password. Example: 000101060@mohawkcollege.ca. Full details can be found on the Off-Campus Access page. ... read more

If there is an article that the Library does not have that would help you with Mohawk-related coursework, we can try to borrow it for you from another Library. Check out the Interlibrary Loan page for full details.   ... read more

If you receive an overdue notice from the Library, we encourage you to return any outstanding items as soon as possible. If the items are not returned, you will receive a second notice informing you that we have placed a “hold” on your access to Library and College services. Until the library hold is resolved, you will not be able to register for courses, receive your grades or borrow library mate... read more

Remote access is available to current Mohawk College faculty, students and staff. Remote access is not availabe to Alumni or Community borroweres. See our Off Campus Access page for more information.... read more

The Library's APA Guide is the place to start when creating your reference list. It contains examples of the most common citations as well as formatting samples and templates. ... read more

When searching a database, ensure that you select the 'full text' box option in the Limit your results area. Selecting this box will ensure that all of the articles in the results list will be in full text.  For more information, visit the Finding Full Text Articles page on the Library website. ... read more

To access Library resources off-campus, you will need to log in with your 9-digit student or employee ID and password. Example: 000101060@mohawkcollege.ca. Full details can be found on the Off-Campus Access page. ... read more

Visit the Library in-person or chat with us online to get help with: finding information for assignments accessing and using Library resources identifying credible resources creating a reference list View our Research Help page for more details.... read more

Journals can be found by using the Search Everthing Tool on the Library homepage or by searching databases directly. View the How to Find Journals page for full instructions. ... read more

To print at the Library, you will need to have your One Card (Student ID) and have funds loaded on the card. Photocopiers are located at all campus locations and can be used to print, copy, and scan. The cost for printing is the same for all paper sizes but differs depending on whether you print single or double sided, or choose colour printing. Payment can only be made with funds from your ONE Ca... read more

Your login is your 9-digit student/staff ID number and password. View the Off-Campus Access page for more information. ... read more

Research guides are guides to Library resources in a particular program area and a great research aid! Visit the Research Guides homepage to see a list of guides by program. .... read more

To make a recommendation for the Library collection please contact Jenn Horwath Collection & Access Services Librarian or complete a Purchase Request form. ... read more

Library Study Spaces can be booked by visiting the Library Study Space Reservations page.... read more

The Search Everything Tool allows you to search all of the Library's collections at once. It is located on the Library homepage and can also be accessed by clicking on the Search Everything link under the Resources heading in the main menu of the Library website. For more information on using this tool, visit the Search Everything Tool guide.... read more

Yes, as an Alumnus, you can continue to use the Library after you graduate. To get started, simply register with the Alumni Department and apply for a Perks account. Full details can be found on the Alumni & Community page. ... read more

Yes, the Library offers 30 minute in-person or online research appointments with a Library staff member. Note that Library staff cannot proof-read your APA citations, but we can provide assistance with navigating the APA Guide.To book an appointment, visit the Make an Appointment page.... read more

Outstanding fines can be paid in person with your ONE Card by visiting the Customer Service Desk at any Library location. You can also pay them online with a credit card (Mastercard or Visa) by accessing the Student Finances tab in MyMohawk. Instructions can be found on the Fines page. ... read more