Due to reduced occupancy, public spaces and meeting rooms are not available at this time. See all service updates here.
quiet spaces
Quiet Study Room
For absolute quiet and concentration, settle into one of the study carrels in the Quiet Study room on the lower floor. Each carrel has an outlet, and two computers are available for public use.
Peter J. Peters Reading Room
A cozy chair, a fireplace, and a stack of the newest magazines and newspapers. What more could you ask for? The shared reading table is also an excellent place to focus or relax in utter peace and quiet, or occupy your mind at the Library’s puzzle table.
gathering spaces
Musto Lounge
Co-designed by members of the community, the Musto Lounge is bright, airy, and has lots of comfortable seating. Get to know a new neighbour, have a small group chat, or relax with a book.
Main Hall Lounge
Meet and relax in the natural light and comfortable chairs positioned along the front windows in the Main Hall. A beautiful setting to enjoy a snack and coffee from the adjacent coffee shop, Caffination.
Community Computing Centre
If you’re looking for a place to work independently or share ideas, visit the Lower Floor. The Community Computing Centre provides space for group study. Plug your laptop or tablet into the collaborative computing monitors and display your work to everyone at the table.
Storyhouse
Located in the Youth Department on the second floor, the Storyhouse is a great place for group study. Help yourself to lightweight collapsible tables stored in the closet. The Library also schedules regular programs in the Storyhouse; if you’re worried you may be disrupted, just ask the Youth Librarians what’s planned there for the day.
Room 14
Room 14 is our attractive space for teens! If you’re in grades 8 to 12, come flop on the bean bags, chat with your friends, use the computers, and get your homework done. There are places to study on your own and a meeting room for groups.
Youth Department Kids Area
Our second floor Youth Department is the ideal space to spend quality family time. Cuddle up together in our oversized chairs to bond over a book or watch your child’s imagination take flight behind our kid-sized puppet stage. There are also spaces for children and teens to lounge and work alone or in groups.
Courtyard & Readers’ Rooftop
Take advantage of a sunny day while you can! Bring your books, snacks, and conversation into the scenic courtyard, accessible through the Main Hall. Or, find a table on our new Readers’ Rooftop (formerly the rooftop parking lot).
Room Rentals
Our meeting rooms are available for rent by individuals, community groups, and businesses for meetings, seminars, and small conferences. For complete details please see our Terms and Conditions of Use.
Welsh Hall
The Welsh Hall, our largest meeting space, can accommodate up to 100 people, depending on how you would like the room configured. Located on the lower floor, It is equipped with a built in high definition laser projector and sound system (on the west side), and kitchenette (on the east side). An assisted listening system is available upon request.
welsh hall east / welsh hall west
Welsh Hall West is a first choice for bookings involving presentations. It is equipped with a projector, sound system, Blu-ray player, and an assisted listening system. It can accomodate meetings of up to 40, or gatherings of up to 50 people.
Welsh Hall East is ideal for board meetings, small groups, or tutoring. It is equipped with a kitchenette that may be used for preparing light refreshments (please see additional charges below). If your meeting involves a visual presentation, we can set up a screen if you indicate this in your booking. You will need to bring your own projector.
Tutors interested in booking space to deliver fee-based service may book either the Welsh Hall East or Welsh Hall West at the Educational rate.
mcdonald creek meeting room
Our newest meeting space, located on the Library’s main floor, is the perfect space for small meetings. Accomodating up to 10 people, it is equipped with a collaborative audio visual display system.
Bookings
We encourage you to book and pay online with your credit card. If you need assistance, feel free to contact us at 604.925.7405 and we will assist with your booking. Bookings may be made up to six months in advance. We accept credit card, debit, cash, or cheque payable to West Vancouver Memorial Library. A non-refundable deposit of $25 is included in your charges.
Full Welsh Hall | Private / Non-Profit / Educational: $40 / hour Business: $60 / hour | Minimum 2 hour rental |
Welsh Hall West | Private / Non-Profit / Educational: $30 / hour Business: $50 / hour | Minimum 2 hour rental |
Welsh Hall East | Private / Non-Profit / Educational: $30 / hour Business: $50 / hour | Minimum 2 hour rental |
McDonald Creek Room | Private / Non-Profit / Educational: $25 / hour Business: $30 / hour | Minimum 1 hour rental |
Additional Charges
An insurance fee of $1.50 ($2.50 for the full Welsh Hall) will be charged. Renters who are charging for a service and making multiple bookings are to provide a Certificate of Insurance with evidence of not less than $2 million Commercial General Liability naming the Corporation of the District of West Vancouver as additional insured.
Food, beverage & catering
Caffination, the Library’s cafe, serves freshly brewed coffees, teas, baked goods, and sandwiches. Please contact them directly if you would like them to cater your meeting. A food and beverage fee of $20 will be added to your booking if you would like to bring in your own refreshments. This charge is waived if your food and beverages are purchased from Caffination.
Booking Confirmation
Once you accept the West Vancouver Memorial Library Meeting Room Rentals Terms and Conditions of Use and request a booking online, you will receive an email from meetings@westvanlibrary.ca confirming receipt of your request. We will get back to you within 48 hours to let you know if your request has been accepted.
Staff in the Community Computing Centre handle bookings and are happy to assist with the online booking process and answer your questions. Call us at 604.925.7405 or email us at meetings@westvanlibrary.ca.