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.

How to Adopt Digital ILMs – for Bookstores

standard Digital ILM packages

Standard ILM packages, as listed on Campus-eBookstore, are available for adoption into your bookstore's sales system.

The ILM Office conducts annual publishing updates. New digital ILM files are automatically uploaded to the platform as part of these updates. Bookstores and programs will receive email notifications when updates occur. If your bookstore has not received the product information email, please contact [email protected].

custom digital Ilm packages

Custom ILM packages are created upon special request by a training provider/bookstore and contain specific modules as provided by the institution or training provider. Custom packages can include combinations from standard sets or modules across different trades.

To request a custom digital ILM package:

Complete the Custom Digital ILM Package Request Form.
Submit the form to [email protected].
The ILM Office will create the custom package, upload it to Campus eBookstore, and notify the bookstore (or training provider if no bookstore) with package details for student purchase.

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

NOTE: Custom digital packages may be discontinued over time due to content updates. Customers who have previously purchased access will retain it, but new sales of discontinued products will be disabled. In such cases, a new custom package request should be submitted after reviewing the latest ILM content.

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.

Digital ILMs are available for purchase from select campus bookstores and campus retailers across Canada, or directly via Campus eBookstore. Availability may vary; please check with the institution for details. If the required package isn't listed, contact [email protected].

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. 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

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 and locked, watermarked PDFs) to aid instructors using our printed learning modules. These resources are available by trade and period, in English and French where applicable.

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:

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 up to 48 hours for processing.
Instructional Support Files Request form

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 ILMs as requested by a an institution or training provider, which is then sold through that campus bookstore. ILM does not offer custom packages to independent learners.
How do I submit a custom package request?	Complete and submit the Custom Digital ILM Package Request Form. Allow 3–5 business days for processing
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.
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. 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 BibliU platform allows students to bookmark, annotate and highlight their copy of the digital ILM.
Can I print my digital ILM package?	Printing of digital package content is limited; a maximum of 10% of the digital package 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.