The Library carries a full range of materials to support the curriculum and the lifelong learning needs of our students, staff, and community members. Key services and collections include reference, bibliographic instruction, circulation/reserves, print materials, audiovisual materials, electronic resources, internet access, and individual and group study areas. The Library's mission statement reads as follows: The mission of the Library is to support student learning and excellence in teaching, provide access to learning resources in all formats, assist students in locating and evaluating information, and encourage lifelong learning.

As an innovative institution of excellence, College of the Canyons offers an accessible, enriching education that provides students with essential academic skills and prepares students for transfer education, workforce-skills development, and the attainment of learning outcomes corresponding to their educational goals. To fulfill its mission, College of the Canyons embraces diversity, fosters technical competencies, supports the development of global responsibility, and engages students and the community in scholarly inquiry, creative partnerships, and the application of knowledge.