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

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  • 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
  • A person holds a cross stitch hoop while creating art

    Visible Mending with Creativebug

    The Lab

    Does your favourite pair of jeans have a hole in them? Or have you gotten a stain on your favourite t-shirt? Rescue your favourite pieces by learning some basic darning techniques with Creativebug—WVML’s online arts and crafts video collection. All supplies needed for darning will be provided. Bring any mending projects you'd like to work […]

    Free
  • A photograph of people using the recording studio booth.

    Record with Confidence

    Recording Studio
    The Lab +1 more

    Do you want to use the Recording Studio but aren't sure where to begin? Welcome to Record with Confidence, our small-group learning sessions designed to help you tackle your first recording projects with confidence! Bring along your ideas and questions about recording. Get advice from our talented staff members and work through problems with fellow […]

    Free
  • An older couple smile looking at an Andriod while sitting on the couch

    Connect with Confidence: Android Phones and Tablets

    Connect with Confidence – Androids
    The Lab

    Welcome to Connect with Confidence: Android Edition! Join our in-group learning sessions exclusively tailored for Android mobile devices. Bring your Android device and an idea of what you want to accomplish. Collaborate with our talented staff members and fellow participants to explore the full potential of your Android device in a classroom setting! We will […]

    Free
  • Excel logo over matrix background

    Excel Essentials: Getting Started with Excel

    Excel Essentials
    The Lab

    Learn the basics of Excel—including a tour of the ribbons, what the different cursors mean, and how to create a simple budget from scratch. Register for each Excel Essentials program you wish to attend individually: Getting Started - Friday, May 1st, 3:30 - 5 p.m. Formulas - Friday, May 8th, 3:30 - 5 p.m. Charts […]

    Free
  • A person holds slides in their hands

    Digitization Basics: Slides and Photos

    Discover Your Digital Library
    The Lab

    Get an overview of using the Library’s digitization equipment to convert slides and photos from analog to digital formats. No specific digitization experience is needed, but learners should have intermediate computer knowledge to manage files and formats.  With these new skills, you can then use the digitization equipment in our Community Computer Centre to work […]

    Free