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 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 […]

  • Laptop open to a PowerPoint presentation featuring the PowerPoint logo.

    Create Compelling Presentations with PowerPoint

    The Lab

    PowerPoint is a powerful tool for creating presentations and creative documents. In this beginner workshop, you will learn how to create and design slides, add graphics, add text, add transitions, and control your presentation like a pro! Registration is required.  

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    July Podcaster Meet-Up

    Recording Studio
    The Lab

    Are you a local podcaster looking for community? Join us in The Lab for a casual podcaster meet-up! This is a time to share your questions, curiosities, roadblocks, and successes about all things podcasting. Bring audio/video files to share, scripts to workshop, or just yourself! No podcast? No problem! Whether you're just starting to brainstorm, […]

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  • A person accessing an AI chat.

    Explore Artificial Intelligence (AI)

    Artificial Intelligence
    The Lab

    Discover the power of AI in our hands-on class. In this interactive experience, you'll explore and use various AI tools to solve real-world problems. Perfect for beginners, this session will demystify AI and empower you with practical skills. Want to learn more about AI first? Register for Understanding Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Monday, July 6, 10:30 […]

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  • 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 […]

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  • A laptop screen showing a background that says AI on it.

    Talk to Artificial Intelligence (AI): Prompt Creation for Beginners

    Artificial Intelligence
    The Lab

    Artificial intelligence (AI) programs are helpful tools that can answer your questions, brainstorm ideas, and even write new content. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn tips and tricks that make the most of your conversations with AI programs to get better, high-quality responses from them. Beginners to AI are welcome! Want to learn more […]

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