The Lab

The Library has automatic entrance doors. Each floor is accessible by elevator and includes wheelchair-accessible washrooms. The Main Floor and Second Floor have gender-neutral single-stall accessible washrooms. For directions to the Library and parking information, visit our Location & Hours page.

 

The Lab 

 

The Lab is located on the Lower Level of the Library, accessible by elevator and automatic doors. Inside The Lab are adjustable rolling chairs and tables that are 71.4 centimetres high. Content presented during the program is projected with automatically generated English captions onto screens at the front and sides of the space. Magnifiers are available for reading print content.

 

If you have specific accessibility needs or questions, please contact us. We welcome your inquiries and will do our best to ensure your full participation in our event. Learn more about Accessibility at the Library.

Events at this venue

Today

  • a variety of mobile devices displaying online magazines

    Your Library Card Unlocks the News

    Your Library Card Unlocks
    The Lab

    Discover how to access digital newspapers and magazines from around the world—in dozens of languages—free with your Library card! Bring your device to follow along. This class is for adults living in West Vancouver who hold an active WVML library card.

    Free
  • A grandmother holds a grandchild on her lap as they both look at a smart phone screen.

    Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads

    Connect with Confidence – iPhones and iPads
    The Lab

    Welcome to Connect with Confidence, our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for iPhones and iPads. Bring along your Apple device and an idea of what you would like to accomplish, and collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your iPhone or iPad in a classroom setting! We […]

    Sold Out Free
  • A woman wearing glasses navigates a tablet while a man with white hair and a beard uses a smart phone.

    Device Clinic

    Device Clinics
    The Lab

    Do you want to learn how to use your iPad, Android, or other mobile device? We are here to give you individualized help! Sign up for an appointment and we will help you in person at the Library, through Zoom, or over the phone. Book an appointment by calling the Community Computing Center at 604.925.7405 […]

  • A woman wearing glasses navigates a tablet while a man with white hair and a beard uses a smart phone.

    Device Clinic

    Device Clinics
    The Lab

    Do you want to learn how to use your iPad, Android, or other mobile device? We are here to give you individualized help! Sign up for an appointment and we will help you in person at the Library, through Zoom, or over the phone. Book an appointment by calling the Community Computing Center at 604.925.7405 […]

  • A group of three people sit at a table in a classroom, each drawing on a tablet with a stylus. An instructor leans over one iPad, pointing at the screen with a stylus.

    June Chat ‘n’ Sketch: Digital Art Workshop

    The Lab

    Looking for time to create, build iPad skills, and connect with others? Join us in The Lab for Chat ’n’ Sketch, our monthly guided digital art workshop using Procreate for iPad. Each session begins with a guided lesson featuring a variety of beginner-friendly tools, techniques, and skills in Procreate. Lessons are designed to support both […]

    Free
  • A person wearing a VR headset extends their arms in front of them as they explore virtual reality.

    Virtual Reality (VR) Experience

    Virtual Reality
    The Lab

    Join us in The Lab to explore our Meta Quest 3 Virtual Reality (VR) headsets! During this 45-minute session, you'll have the opportunity to play VR games of your choice with support from our staff.   Available Games: Ocean Rift, Job Simulator, Fruit Ninja, and more!  Note: Meta Quest 3 headsets are recommended for users 10 […]

    Free