Vancouver Island Regional Library (VIRL) fosters innovation and creativity by providing library users with special opportunities and resources at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch.
The Downtown Branch is a place to play with technology & STEAM education tools.
Harbourfront’s games and special tech are located on the second floor.
Telephone: 1-877-415-8475
Email: cc@virl.bc.ca
FAQs
Is there a fee to use the equipment or membership costs?
Use of the labs and equipment is free. However, fees may apply for printing services.
Can I borrow the equipment and use it at home?
For now, the equipment can only be used in the Creativity Commons.
Will someone be available to help me?
Due to staffing, we are not offering training in person. We also have limited availability to walk patrons through the process of many of our services. The library provides access to online training databases which we can assist you on accessing for more complex requests.
What if I don’t have a reservation? Do you have drop-in hours?
Yes; we understand that inspiration can strike at any time. The space and equipment are available on a first-come, first-serve basis if not already reserved.
All this creativity is making me hungry; can I snack while I’m in the lab?
To protect the equipment, only closed drink containers are permitted. No open drinks or food is permitted while using the equipment in the Creativity Commons.