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Killam Retrofit: Noise Expected in Learning Commons April 28 – May 7

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There will be construction with noise in the Downie Wenjack Legacy Space, also known as the South Learning Commons from April 28 – May 7.

Specifically, the glass windows with the emergency exit will be enclosed for construction. Expect loud noise and vibrations in this space and the Ko’jua Okuom in the first few days. There may be some noise and vibrations felt throughout the building. The final days of work will be quieter with minor interruptions.

Access to the Learning Commons and Ko’jua Okuom will not be affected; the space will still be available.

In an emergency, floor wardens will direct evacuees to the back emergency door and the main lobby doors by the service point.

Killam Retrofit Update: Fifth Floor Closed February 17-21

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A long hallway featuring shelving and boxesPlease note: The fifth floor will be closed from February 17-21, 2025, for electrical panel upgrade work.

The GIS Centre and the Archives & Special Collections Reading Room will be closed but you can still book appointments:

Killam Retrofit Update: Fourth Floor Closures

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Thank you for your patience and understanding as we move through the phases of the Killam Library Deep Energy Retrofit Project.

The current phase of the project requires closures on the fourth floor of the Killam Library including the Grad Pad and quiet study rooms. Closures will happen in 3 stages and were scheduled to avoid closing during both the December and April exam periods.

Phase 4-1: Closed for Construction November 1 – January 24

  • Book stacks – Please use Novanet Express or speak with staff at the Killam Library Service Point (KLSP) to borrow materials from areas that are closed.
  • Study carrels

Phase 4-2: Closed for Construction December 4 – January 3

  • Classroom 4106

Phase 4-3: Closed for Construction January 20– March 24

  • Grad Pad
  • Quiet study rooms
  • Atrium seating
  • Washrooms

Alternative seating for phase 4-3: the study carrels that run along the perimeter of the book stacks are available during this time.

Updated! Killam Retrofit Update – Atrium Closure

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The Killam Atrium will be closed from May 6 – August 12 as part of the Killam Library Deep Energy Retrofit Project.

There will be no access to the atrium and food services in that area (Second Cup, Subway, and Bento) will be closed.

Closure of the atrium will enable:

  • Window cleaning (🎉)
  • Replacement of broken windows
  • Lighting improvements
  • Fans and ductwork (to help distribute heat back down to the main floor in winter)

A large swing stage will be erected and will move clockwise around the atrium to enable window cleaning and replacements. This work is primarily why the atrium must close.

A covered walkway will usher people through the Atrium from the main entrance to the Killam Library. Additionally, staff and library users can use the back entrance (Howe Hall side).

Thank you for your patience during this significant phase of the retrofit!

Killam Retrofit Update: Fifth Floor Closure

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Please note, the GIS Centre and the Archives and Special Collections Reading Room will be closed for renovations from June 10 to September 2024.

GIS Centre – Book an appointment online or visit www.dal.ca/gis and click Book an Appointment.

In-person help can be arranged by email (with advanced notice)– jennifer.strang@dal.ca or james.boxall@dal.ca.

A long hallway featuring shelving and boxesArchives and Special Collections Reading Room

A temporary reading room will be available on the 3rd floor of the Killam Memorial Library. Access to the collections will be by appointment only. Requests must be made 24 hours in advance.

To make an appointment to view archival material, please contact us at archives@dal.ca.

Contact spcoll@dal.ca to make an appointment to view special collections material.

Killam Library Front Entrance Closure May 6 & 7

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The Killam atrium will be closed from May 6 – August 2 as part of the Killam Library Deep Energy Retrofit Project.

There will be no access to the atrium and food services in that area. Second Cup, Subway, and Bento Sushi are now closed and will remain closed until August.

The front entrance of the Killam Library will be closed on May 6 & 7 to construct a tunnel that will provide safe access to the library during the atrium renovation. 

  • The fire exit door in the Downie Wenjack Legacy Space will be open during these two days of tunnel construction.
  • The back door facing Howe Hall will be used as an alternative accessible entrance for those two days.

The front doors will become accessible again from May 8 on, and the tunnel can be used to access the Student Accessibility Centre and Killam Library.

Thank you for your patience during this significant phase of the Killam Library retrofit.

Killam Library McNab Reading Room Closed January 29 to March 16

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Please note, as part of the Killam Library Deep Energy Retrofit, the McNab Reading Room and Upper Learning Commons on the second floor of the Killam will be closed from January 29 until March 16, 2024.

We apologize for the inconvenience. Students are encouraged to find alternative study space at the Killam or any of our other Halifax campus locations:

 

Killam Retrofit Update: Second Floor

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November 27th marked the beginning of Phase 2 for the Killam Library Deep Energy Retrofit. The company doing construction, MCW, is now working on the second floor of the library.

  • Closures: The book stacks, the map room and area with compact shelving, and room 2902 will remain closed until the end of January. 
  • Borrow requests: Please use Novanet Express or speak with staff at the Killam Library Service Point (KLSP) for requests from areas that are closed.

Music Room Reopening 

  • The Music Collection room will reopen on Friday, December 1.

Noise and Construction Outside

  • Outside the Student Accessibility Centre, MCW will be replacing a concrete slab. Jack hammering, vibrations, and noise are expected between December 20 and January 6, 2024.

Main Stairwell Closure (Phase 2.2) 

  • To reduce disruption, the Killam’s main stairwell will close over the Christmas holidays. The closure is scheduled from December 23 to January 8, 2024. More information on the logistics of this will be coming soon.