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Impact
$700k+
FabLab investment
$200k
Catalyst Grants
1,000+
Youth participants 2025
Ethan and Julia at the FabLab FabLab

A creative haven at the heart of the community

The FabLab at the Salt Spring Public Library is a community makerspace equipped with 3D printers, laser cutters, design software, and more. It offers islanders of all ages a place to learn, experiment, and create -- all free of charge.

In 2025, the FabLab logged over 1,100 appointments and 3,600 drop-in visits, with STEAM program attendance over 1,000 participants.

“The Fab Lab is a very special place for my neurodivergent child and for our community in general.”
97% booking rate 3,600+ drop-in visits in 2025
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GISS Robotics team GISS Robotics

Building robots, building futures

The Cyber/Scorpions team brings together students from grades 8 to 12 who design, build, and compete through VEX Robotics. The team has grown to 30 students and seven independently designed robots in a single season.

Shoemaking

Leather Shoemaking: Oxfords

A five-day intensive workshop covering pattern cutting, lasting, and hand-welting. Leave with your own pair of handmade shoes.

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Youth STEAM

FabLab Child & Youth Programs

Free STEAM programs for ages 6-18. Design, build, and explore at the Salt Spring Library FabLab.

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FabLab

Learn 3D Printing

Whether you're a retiree, tradeworker, artist, student, or just curious -- there's something for you at the FabLab.

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Catalyst Grants

Helping artists finish what they started

Grants of $3,000 to $10,000 for visual artists across the Southern Gulf Islands. More updates on the new grants to come.

“Smart arts funding” — a model that directly supports the working artist at the moment of greatest need.
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