Public Computers

Public Computer Lab

• Public Computer Labs are now available at all library branches for those who have limited or no access to a computer, the internet, and/or printing.
• Computer labs are open at all branches (drop in only) from 9:00am to 8:50pm Monday to Friday and on Saturdays & Sundays from 10:00am to 4:50pm.
• Customers may use up to 180-minutes of computer access per day, system-wide. This will begin with one 45-minute session with the option of adding up to three 45 minute self-extensions, depending on computer availability.
• Self-extensions will be offered automatically.
• Please sign in with your library card.
• The computer labs have been developed following WorkSafe BC guidelines to ensure safety of staff and patrons.

Computer stations available by branch

• Brighouse: 42 computers, 3 scanners.
• Ironwood: 25 computers, 1 scanner.
• Cambie: 8 computers, 1 scanner.
• Steveston: 6 computers, 1 scanner.

Technology at the Library:

• Hardware:
  • Digitization Station (LP records, Cassettes, and VHS tapes)
  • Photo Scanner Station (Slides, Negatives, and Photos))
  • Cricut Maker 3 Station (Precision Cutting of Paper and Vinyl)
  • 3D Modelling Station (Designing and Preparing 3D Prints)
• Software:
  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Cricut Design Space
  • Audacity
  • Inky
  • GIMP
  • Shotcut
  • Inkscape