Each campus library has a collection of videos in DVD and VHS formats that support teaching and learning. Viewing stations are available in the library. We also have a limited selection of titles available as streaming video (Video-On-Demand). For information about audio-visual presentation equipment to support closed-captioning, please contact your IT/AV Services desk. Find Videos To find videos in DVD and VHS format, search the library catalogue. To find closed-captioned videos & DVDs do a keyword search for "closed captioned".
Video Catalogue for Titles Acquired Before 2004: This catalogue is no longer updated. To search for recently acquired videos, search the library catalogue instead.
Reserve Videos to Show in Class Instructors can reserve videos from the library collection to show in class. Students should contact their instructors to reserve videos on their behalf. Instructors can reserve videos: Online using the Book AV Media Equipment form. Write the video titles and showing dates in the Comments section of the form.
Book in advance, since requests require a minimum of 2 days advance notice. Videos from another campus require additional delivery time. We will make every effort to fill same-day requests, but cannot guarantee to meet your requirements. Video viewing stations (TV with DVD/VCR and headphones) are available in each campus library to preview the videos. To watch a video in the library, bring it to the Loan Desk and staff will remove the security casing. No reservations are necessary to watch videos in the library, and videos are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Video-on-Demand Link to: Video-On-Demand Service
Video-On-Demand is a pilot project where selected videos in nursing and transportation have been streamed to be viewed online. You can watch the whole video or parts of it depending on your needs.
How do I watch the videos?
Click on the Video-on-Demand Service link. If prompted, enter your library ID and PIN (off campus only). Click on the "I Accept" box at the end of the copyright page. Search by title or key word. The records for your search will be displayed, which could be both full videos and indexed parts of videos. You can view the video in full screen or small screen and the program can be paused, restarted or replayed.
If you experience any technical problems please call the IT Helpdesk at extension 5280, or email them at helpdesk@centennialcollege.ca
We would like to expand upon this pilot project based on your feedback. Suggestions for additional content are welcome - please contact a librarian with your suggestions.
Daher Video Collection Each campus library has a special collection of movies in VHS format that students and employees are welcome to borrow for a 7-day loan period. These collections of Hollywood and international feature films were donated to the library by former College employee Doug Daher in 2006. Titles include modern classics such as Apocalypse Now, cult favourites like The Rocky Horror Picture Show, blockbusters such as Titanic and many critically acclaimed dramas and comedies. The bulk of the collection dates from the mid-1990s to 2004. Take a break from your studies and enjoy some great films!
NFB streamed content in the classroom Link to: NFB Streamed content in the classroom
The National Film Board of Canada (NFB) now offers individual faculty members annual subscriptions at a cost of $19.95 to show documentaries in the classroom. To access this service, contact the NFB. *According to NFB policy, faculty members must contact the NFB directly. The Centennial Libraries does not currently hold a subscription to NFB content due to a high increase in cost of the annual subscription. To request the purchase of a particular DVD for ongoing classroom use, contact a librarian.
CBC Digital Archives Link to: CBC Digital Archives Over 12,000 media clips, and growing (updated at least once a week). Content is free for viewing, for both classroom and home use. Downloading is not permitted. Content covers CBC programming and includes clips on: health, society, politics, lifestyle, economy and business, environment, war and conflict, science and technology, arts and entertainment, sports. Access the clips online at the CBC Digital Archives website. If you experience any technical problems please call the IT Helpdesk at extension 5280, or email them at helpdesk@centennialcollege.ca. CBC is also available to answer your questions regarding content, etc.: Shireen Cuthbert, Marketing & Communications Tel: 416-205-7738
Showing Videos not Owned by Centennial College Libraries (license agreements) If you show a video acquired from a source outside Centennial College Libraries (e.g. a video store or public library), you are required to follow copyright procedures. Read "Videos and Copyright" and "Off Air Taping" in the Copyright page for more information. In general, you can show videos acquired from sources outside Centennial College Libraries if one of the following conditions applies: Centennial College purchases annual licensing agreements with Criterion Pictures and Audio-Cine Films. The College agreement with Criterion requires the reporting of films used and the date of the screening. Please print and complete the Criterion Reporting Form and submit to your campus Library. The ACF agreement does not require reporting.
it is a video borrowed from a public library or educational institution that includes Public Performance Rights; in this case, a Public Performance sticker will appear on the video (some videos borrowed from public libraries are "home use only" - it is not legal to show these unless they appear on the Criterion or Audio-Cine lists).
See Videos and Copyright for more information. Please contact library staff if you have any questions.
Note: CCSAI staff maintains separate and unique licensing agreements.
Off-Air Taping Copyright legislation and licensing agreements contain specific information and requirements for Off-Air Taping. Please contact your campus library for more information.
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