The Millennium Library in downtown Winnipeg is ramping up security.
Effective Feb. 25, anyone entering the city facility will be subject to security screening, to check for prohibited items like weapons or alcohol.
Ed Cuddy, manager of library services, said Friday the enhancements are to keep staff and patrons safe.
“The safety and well-being of visitors and staff is a priority at the Winnipeg Public Library,” said Cuddy.
“These security enhancements will help keep Millennium Library a safe, open and accessible space that meets the diverse needs of the community.”
Upon entering the main lobby, visitors to the downtown library will be guided to a screening area where they will undergo a bag check, as well as a scan using a hand-held metal detector.
Any prohibited items will be removed or discarded before the person will be allowed into the library.
The city said there is no storage space for prohibited items at the library, and illegal items may be confiscated and reported to the Winnipeg Police Service.
Visitors who decline the screening will be refused entry.
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