Exploration and discovery live here. ORL Makerspaces provide tools and support for hands-on projects, digital media creation, and exploring new technologies.
Each Makerspace location offers unique resources and equipment—see what’s available at specific branches below. For hours, access, or booking support, please contact your branch directly.
Have any questions about our Makerspaces? Email help@orl.bc.ca or call us toll free at 1-844-649-8127.
How to use a Maker Station
Watch a tutorial or get certified
Online: Watch tutorials or complete your online certification on Niche Academy.
At your library’s Makerspace: Check our events calendar and sign up for Certification workshops.
Fill out this form
Download the Makerspace Waiver & Guidelines form [PDF]. Complete the Maker Waiver form (page 1), agree to and follow the Makerspace Guidelines (page 2).
Book a Maker Station
Book Online: Browse and reserve maker stations on our online booking calendar, Spaces. You will be asked to create a Spaces account (and confirm your email address) to complete your first booking request.
Maker stations can be booked online two days in advance. For next day or same day bookings, please phone the library to ask if there are openings.
Guidelines
When using an ORL Makerspace, please follow these rules [PDFs]:
- Makerspace Guidelines (pg. 2)
- Makerspace Safety Guide
- Maker Responsibilities
- Intellectual Property Guidelines
- Board Policy & Regulations: Internet Policy
To use an ORL Makerspace independently, all makers must:
- Complete a Maker Waiver.
- Verify your identity to staff with valid library card and photo ID.
Under 14? Your parent or guardian who is an ORL Maker must come with you to use the equipment.
Are you between 14 and 18? You must have your legal guardian sign your Makerspace Waiver & Guidelines agreement.
You’ll need a library card to use our maker tools. Get a card.