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 […]

  • A person creates digital art on an iPad.

    Chat ‘n’ Sketch: Digital Art Workshop

    The Lab

    Are you looking for time to create, learn iPad skills, and build community? Join us in The Lab for Chat ’n’ Sketch: Digital Art Workshop, our monthly guided session using Procreate. In each session, we'll create a digital illustration using Procreate on the Library’s iPads. Workshops are designed to support beginners and advanced learners alike in […]

    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
  • 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
  • People using the Recording Studio

    Recording Studio Orientation

    The Lab

    The Recording Studio Orientation is your gateway to joining the Recording Studio community! You must attend one orientation session to use the studio. This one-hour seminar will cover the terms of use, how to care for equipment, booking procedures, and an overview of the studio’s capabilities and limitations. 

    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 […]