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 sitting with a laptop and a microphone in front of them, smiling.

    YouTube Basics for Creators

    The Lab

    Do you want to start posting videos but don’t know where to begin? Join us in The Lab to learn the basics of using YouTube Studio to publish your videos!   

    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 […]

    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 […]

  • Family Fun: Virtual and Augmented Reality | Ages 8+ with Caregiver

    Featured Youth Tech Programs
    The Lab

    Join us for an exciting, immersive experience for all ages! Adults can explore new worlds with our Meta Quest 3 Virtual Reality (VR) headsets, while kids under 10 can enjoy interactive Augmented Reality (AR) adventures with Osmo educational games. Come discover, learn, and play games that combine the real world with digital experiences!  Note: Meta […]

    Free