The Lab
Introduction to PowerPoint
The LabPowerPoint 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, text and transitions, and control your presentation like a pro!
Word: Getting Started
The LabLearn the basics of Microsoft Word to create, format, edit, and save documents. Word Essentials Series—register for each session that you want to attend. Word Next Steps: Formatting with Templates, Styles, and Tables – Monday, October 23 Word Next Steps: Creating Graphics — Monday, October 30
Connect with Confidence: iPhones and iPads
The LabWelcome to Connect with Confidence, our small group learning sessions. Bring along your device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and work with one of our talented staff members and each other to get to know more about what you and your device can do! We will focus on how your device works, […]
Bill C-18, Tech Giants, and Canadian News Access: What You Need to Know
The LabAre you interested in knowing how the new Bill C-18 affects Canadian news and how Google and Meta have responded to it? Discover what these changes signify for Canadians and learn how to find Canadian news by directly accessing media organizations’ websites, apps, or alternative platforms.
Google Workspace Part 1: Google Drive
The LabGoogle Workspace is a suite of cloud-based applications that can help you with storage, graphic design, and word processing. This three-part series will teach you how to integrate these digital tools into your workflow. In this session, learn the basics of Google Drive, a free cloud storage application, including how to organize and share your […]
Koala Koders: Animating with Micro:Bits | Ages 9-12
The LabIn this four-week course, students will explore the exciting world of coding animation! Unleash your inner artist and coder as you dive into animation software with Micro: Bits. Craft animated faces, simulate a volcano eruption, and more. Explore the blend of coding and creativity — whether you love coding or art. This workshop offers hands-on […]
Digitization Basics: Movies and Videos
The LabGet an overview of using the Library’s digitization equipment to convert home movies and videos from analog to digital formats. No previous experience is needed, but learners should have intermediate computer knowledge to manage files and formats. Then, with these new skills, you can attend our Digitization Drop-In sessions, where you can use the digitization equipment […]
Device Clinic
The LabDo you want to learn how to use your iPad, Android, or other mobile device? Sign up for an appointment, and we will help you in person at the Library, through Zoom, or over the phone. To book an appointment, call the Community Computing Center at 604.925.7405 or email us at tech@westvanlibrary.ca.
Device Clinic
The LabDo you want to learn how to use your iPad, Android, or other mobile device? Sign up for an appointment, and we will help you in person at the Library, through Zoom, or over the phone. To book an appointment, call the Community Computing Center at 604.925.7405 or email us at tech@westvanlibrary.ca.
Create with Tech: Lights, Camera, Action! | Ages 10–12
The LabJoin us for some creative tech play, all centered on a fun theme! This program’s theme is Lights, Camera, Action. Registration is required and opens December 1 at 10 a.m. Registering more than one child? Please register each one separately.
Digitization Drop-In
The LabGather your analog slides, photos, and films, and turn them into digital versions during our drop-in sessions. Bring a digital storage device like an SD card, USB stick, or external hard drive, or plan to store your files in the cloud. A notebook may be handy, too. While Community Computer Centre staff will be available […]
Connect with Confidence: Android Phones and Tablets
The LabWelcome to Connect with Confidence, our small group learning sessions. Bring along your device and ideas of what you would like to accomplish, and work with one of our talented staff members and each other to get to know more about what you and your device can do! We will focus on how your device works, […]