In doing this, the Library enhances access to retrospective Canadian content and broadens the range of materials available electronically. The National Library selectively acquires electronic versions of material which has been digitized on demand from its collections, obtaining the necessary copyright permissions . The results of the program are incorporated in the Library's electronic collection. The National Library takes preservation measures to ensure the longevity and accessibility of its electronic collection. The National Library endeavours to preserve the content, the functionality and the presentation of all Canadiana networked electronic publications acquired for its collection.
Priority is given to the preservation of content.
The National Library encourages and participates in preservation research in support of these goals. However, it is recognized that there may be restrictions on access to some materials from time to time. The National Library provides access to its electronic information resources in such a way that intellectual property rights are respected as required by Canadian law. Networked electronic publications are organized and indexed to enhance their accessibility. Canadian networked electronic publications are included in Canada's national bibliography, Canadiana , as per criteria established for other formats.