Digital Products

Individual Learning Modules (ILMs) are available in both print and digital formats, offering flexible access for students engaged in distance or online learning, as well as those who prefer digital content alongside traditional print materials.

Note: Printing of digital content is limited to 10% of the total page count within the e-reader platform.

Digital ILM Package Info - Bookstores and Programs Staff

ILM offers digital packages of the content, for student purchase, which exactly match the printed module packages, according to what is being used by the training provider. These digital packages are sold via bookstore adoption, or student-direct purchase (with program staff involvement), via the Campus eBookstore website - or both.

Please read this document before proceeding to the info below: STandard & custom digital info (PDF)

Custom ILM packages are created upon special request by a training provider/bookstore and contain specific modules as provided to ILM by the institution bookstore or program staff. Custom packages can include combinations from standard sets or modules across different trades. There is no (cost to programs or bookstores for the creation of custom packages. (Please note, custom package creation is not available for independent learners.)

PLEASE NOTE: CUSTOM DIGITAL PACKAGE REQUESTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE TO INDEPENDENT LEARNERS or ENROLLED STUDENTS. PLEASE SEE SPECIFIC INDEPENDENT LEARNER-RELATED INFO IN THE NEXT SECTION BELOW.

To request a custom digital ILM package, please:

STEP 1 - Download the Custom Digital Package Modules List template and fill in the necessary info for your package request.
STEP 2 - Complete the Custom Digital Package Request Form, making sure to upload your completed excel doc.
Once submitted, the ILM Office will create the custom package, upload it to Campus eBookstore, and notify the requester that the product is ready to adopt into their sales system (bookstore requester) or provide a direct purchase link to pass along to students in their LMS (program requester).

Processing Time: Please allow 3–5 business days for processing.

NOTE: Custom digital packages are discontinued annually (summer) due to our publishing release of various updated modules each spring.
Customers who have previously purchased access will retain it, but new sales of discontinued products will be disabled.

How to Buy Digital ILM packages – for Enrolled Students

Enrolled students should consult their program course materials or resource list for ILM resource information, format options, and purchase locations.

If your school's bookstore sells digital ILMs:
Please visit your school's bookstore, where you can purchase the correct, matching digital package that matches what is being used in print by your class.

If your school's bookstore does not sell digital ILMs:
Please contact your instructor, they will make digital package available to you by providing a link to the appropriate package to you (or requesting that we create a custom package for their class, as applicable). The link will take you to the Campus eBookstore website, where you can complete your purchase of the package online.

In either case, after purchasing a digital ILM package, you'll access the content online via Campus eBookstore's platform. You'll have lifetime access to the specific edition purchased, and you are able to print up to 10% of the total page count of the package. Note that this policy may change for future digital ILM sales.

How to Buy Digital ILM packages – for Independent Learners

Students who are not enrolled with a training provider (independent learners) can still purchase ILM content if they wish. Standard ILM digital packages are publicly available for purchase through Campus eBookstore, making them more accessible than ever.

Some custom institutional packages are also available to the public through those campus bookstores. Independent learners are welcome to explore those options to see if they better match their needs. At this time, digital custom package creation for individuals is not offered by ILM.

Instructor Resources

DIGITAL Instructional Supports

📍 British Columbia (BC) Customers:Please email us directly at [email protected] instead of using the online form.

ILM provides instructional support files (PowerPoint files and locked, watermarked PDFs) to aid instructors whose students have purchased our printed learning modules. These resources are issued per period, per trade, and can be requested by instructors once class quantities have been ordered.

*If an instructor that requires printed ILMs, please purchase printed product via through the Order Modules page.

What’s Included:

Full-colour instructional slides and PDFs
Annotation and highlighting tools via Adobe Reader
Materials grouped by trade and training period

Note: Instructional supports are not sold as standalone products.

How to Request Access:

Eligible program staff or instructors can request access using our Instructional Support Files Request form.

Once approved, instructors will receive a link to a cloud-based folder containing their requested materials.

Good to Know:

Links never expire. When content is updated, files in the shared folder are updated automatically.
No need to submit a new request for each update; just revisit your original folder link.
Please allow 48 hours for your instructor resources access link to be provided.

Accessibility

ILM is proud to offer digital ILMs on the Kortext eReader, a leading academic platform known for its enhanced accessibility features and user-friendly experience. Our digital materials are designed to support a wide range of learners and meet evolving accessibility needs.

For students who require additional learning accommodations, ILM works closely with institutional accessibility teams to ensure alternative formats are available when needed. If you are unsure about your specific requirements, we encourage you to reach out to your institution’s accessibility services prior to purchasing to find the best solution for your learning success.

To learn more about the built-in accessibility features of our digital platform, visit Kortext Accessibility Features.

Note: ILM has recently transitioned from BibliU to Kortext to further enhance the digital experience for learners, with improved navigation, accessibility options, and device compatibility.

Why did ILM switch to the Kortext eReader?

Kortext's eReader offers a smoother reading experience, advanced accessibility tools, and greater flexibility across devices; all to better serve today’s diverse learners.

Your feedback is important to us! Our team is committed to enhancing and improving both our print-based and digital content going forward. We rely on your feedback to help us make these improvements, and we encourage you to send feedback via our Comments page.

Have questions? Please review the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) list below.
If your question is not answered after reviewing the information below, please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Digital ILM packages

Question	Answer
Can I access digital ILMs through my institutions Learning Management System (LMS)?	Not at this time. LMS access and integration is being considered for a future implementation phase.
Is the content in digital versions different from print versions?	No. The content is the same. However, digital ILMs are provided in full colour, whereas print ILMs are currently available only in black and white.
What is a digital ILM package?	A digital ILM package is a single digital file, in either PDF or EPUB format, containing multiple ILMs.
What is a standard digital ILM package?	Each standard period ILM package includes all modules as outlined by the Alberta government's guide. Please see the Product List table at the bottom of our Home Page for a list of modules contained within each trade and period.
What is a custom digital ILM package?	A single digital file containing specific modules as requested by an institution or training provider, which is then sold through that campus bookstore. ILM does not offer custom package creation to independent learners.
How do I submit a custom package request?	Please see above instructions.
How do I purchase digital ILMs?	Digital ILMs can be purchased through your campus bookstore. Adoption of the digital ILMs into campus retail stores is optional, so not all stores may offer the digital option. Direct purchase through Campus eBookstore is enabled; HOWEVER please ensure you are certain of which exact digital package you require, as contents vary.
How do I access digital ILMs that I have purchased?	For online purchases, you'll receive a link to access the digital ILM content. For in-store purchases, you'll typically receive an access code.
Can I purchase both print and digital ILMs?	Some bookstores may offer bundled packages of both print and digital ILMs. Contact your institution's bookstore for availability.
Is there a discount for purchasing both formats together?	Discounted pricing may be offered at the discretion of the campus retailer. Check with your institution’s bookstore for details.
How long do I have access to purchased digital ILMs?	Currently, there is no expiry date; you'll have lifetime access to the specific version purchased. Discontinued product will continue to be accessible to those who have previously purchased. This policy may change in the future.
Will I automatically get access to updated versions for the digital ILMs I purchase?	No, not at this time. New versions would need to be purchased separately once they are released.
Are digital package customers able to annotate and highlight their digital ILM?	Yes - the platform allows students to bookmark, annotate and highlight their digital modules.
Can I print my digital ILM package?	Printing of digital package content is limited; a maximum of 10% of the digital package page count can be printed by the customer.
What are the software and hardware requirements in order to use the eReaders for digital ILMs?	All digital ILMs are delivered via the Kortext eReader, a leading academic platform. For more information on Kortext’s accessibility features, please visit Kortext Accessibility Features.