Creative Lab

The Creative Lab

Design. Tinker. Preserve. Your Idea Starts Here!

A Free Library Makerspace Resource

Our Purpose

This is a free community workspace dedicated to fueling your imagination. We provide high-end equipment, technology, and software for learning, skill development, creative expression, and digital preservation. We provide the tools, you provide the vision.

The Lab is here to support your goals:

Preserve cherished family memories by digitizing old film and tapes.
Explore a new hobby like 3D printing, vinyl cutting, sewing, or robotics.
Develop skills needed to start a business or personal project.
Design and print signage for a special event.
Repair and finish clothing.
And more!

Essential Information

📚 Library Card Required

A valid Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library card in good standing is required to use the Creative Lab and its equipment.

Don't have a card? Visit the Service Desk to sign up for free or register online!

⏰ Open Hours

Tuesdays | 9:30 - 11:30 am, 1:30 - 4:15 pm

Wednesdays | 2:00 - 4:30 pm, 6:00 - 8:30 pm

Thursdays | 2:00 - 4:30 pm, 6:00 - 8:30 pm

Alternating Saturdays | 10:00 - 11:30 am, 1:00 - 4:30 pm

Reservations are recommended for all major equipment (iMacs, Cricut, Digitization Station) to guarantee equipment is available. All appointments can be made by contacting the Creative Lab.

Appointments may not be booked more than two weeks in advance.

🚧 Usage Limitations

The Creative Lab operates under a few guidelines to ensure fair access:

Time limits apply to equipment use during busy periods (typically 1-2 hours).
The Lab is not a full production facility; we support learning and small-scale projects.
The Lab will not allow production of any weapons, sexually explicit materials or hate speech.

⚠️ Safety First

Your safety and the protection of the equipment are our top priorities.

Always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as instructed by staff.
Children under 12 must be accompanied and actively supervised by an adult at all times.
Report any equipment malfunction or injury to a staff member immediately.

Code of Conduct

To create a positive and productive environment for everyone, all users must adhere to the following principles:

Respect the space, the equipment, and other users' projects and property.
Clean up your work area completely, including disposing of scraps and returning tools.
Use equipment only for its intended, legal, and non-destructive purposes.
Ask a staff member before introducing outside materials, supplies, or tools into the Lab.