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Richmond Low Income Resource Directory

Computer & Technology Access

The Computer & Technology Access section lists places where you can use computers, the Internet, or fax machines for free. Organizations that offer free or low-cost computers and other equipment would also be listed here.

If what you are looking for isn't found in the list below, try:

  1. Looking in the Education and  Employment categories;
  2. Searching the larger Richmond Community Services Directory; or
  3. Contacting  Volunteer Richmond Information Services.


Richmond Public Library
Richmond,  BC    V6Y 1R8   (Map)
Web site: www.yourlibrary.ca
Phone:  604-231-6422
Fax:  604-273-0459

Borrow books, magazines, movies, music CDs, audio books, and more for free with a library card. Anyone can get a library card for free. Offers daily family storytimes and a wide range of programs in English and Chinese. Use library computers to e-mail, write resumes and cover letters, or to do research on the Web. Printing and photocopying available. Free wireless Internet access with a library card at all branches.

Program(s):
Brighouse Branch
100 - 7700 Minoru Gate
Richmond,  BC   V6Y 1R8   (Map)
Phone:  604-231-6422
Large collection of books, magazines, movies and more. Get help with homework, job searching, consumer information, business research or other information. Free family storytimes, babytimes, and other children's programs that promote reading and learning. Kids' librarians are available to help choose the best books for babies, toddlers, and school-aged kids. Free computer and Internet access for library members and visitors. Call 604-231-6413 for the Information Desk.
Cambie Branch
150 - 11590 Cambie Rd. (southwest corner of Cambie Shopping Plaza)
Richmond,  BC   V6X 3Z5   (Map)
Phone:  604-273-2223
Free family storytimes, babytimes, and other children's programs that promote reading and learning. Great collection of books, movies, music CDs, audio books, magazines, and newspapers for adults and kids. Free computer and Internet access for library members and visitors.
Ironwood Branch
8200 - 11688 Steveston Hwy.
Richmond,  BC   V7A 1N6   (Map)
Phone:  604-231-6468
Free family storytimes, babytimes, and other children's programs that promote reading and learning. Offers adult programs including basic computer and Internet skills. Great collection of books, movies, music CDs, audio books, magazines, and newspapers for adults and kids. Computer Centre contains lots of machines and a wide variety of software and Internet access. Free computer and Internet access for library members and visitors.
Steveston Branch
4111 Moncton St.
Richmond,  BC   V7E 3A8   (Map)
Phone:  604-274-2012
Free family storytimes, babytimes, and other children's programs that promote reading and learning. Great collection of books, movies, music CDs, audio books, magazines, and newspapers for adults and kids. Free computer and Internet access for library members and visitors.

Richmond Women's Resource Centre Association
110 - 7000 Minoru Blvd.
Richmond,  BC    V6Y  3Z5   (Map)
Web site: www.richmondwomenscentre.bc.ca
Phone:  604-279-7060
Fax:  604-279-7069
E-mail: office.rwrc@shawcable.com

Promotes equality for women. Services include information and referral, peer support, a volunteer program, training services and a resource library. The Centre provides English conversation classes, individual computer instruction and more.

Program(s):
Individual Computer Training
Web site: www.richmondwomenscentre.bc.ca/help-groups/workshops/21-individual-computer-lessons
Internet Community Access Program
Web site: www.richmondwomenscentre.bc.ca/help-groups/programs/15-internet-community-access-program-cap
Free access to a computer, printer and fax. Open Monday to Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Volunteers are available to help.

Vancouver Community Network (VCN)
2nd Floor, 411 Dunsmuir St.
Vancouver,  BC    V6B 1X4   (Map)
Web site: www.vcn.bc.ca
Phone:  604-257-3811
E-mail: help@vcn.bc.ca

Operates free computer terminals in the community. Also provides web space, technical support, and Internet services. To find an access terminal in your area, visit the website at www.vcn.bc.ca.

Program(s):
Community Access Program
Web site: www.cap.vcn.bc.ca
Search for public internet access sites in your area, post information online, use message boards, and chat with other users online.
Internet Services
Web site: www2.vcn.bc.ca/services
Offers free services for individuals and non-profit groups including domain name hosting, group email accounts, and database hosting for groups. Help is available 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday.

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