About Us

Makerspace Nanaimo is an open community lab: a blend of workshop, studio space, social hub and educational facility where members can share tools, resources and knowledge to build just about anything.

What goes on at a Makerspace?

• On any given day you might have people woodworking, someone welding, a couple of programmers debugging code, someone at the bench soldering, and others socializing or just watching videos on the projector screen.
• There are also regular meetings to address club logistics and make decisions that affect our members and the space. All members can, and are encouraged to, participate in this process.
• Occasionally, members put on courses or clinics on topics they have some ability in.

Who can join?

• Everyone! Artists, engineers, computer programmers, electronics experts… all are welcome. Makerspace Nanaimo is a place to share knowledge across disciplines; come share your skills and learn some new ones!

Why Join?

Why join the Makerspace? There are lots of reasons!

• Work on a project in a positive, helpful environment where people want to help you
• Work with others on group projects or help them with yours
• Get to know like-minded makers and others in the community
• Join in social events like our potlucks and gaming nights
• Grow your skills and learn new ones
• Just have fun!

How much does it cost?

• $50/month. $40 for the first month (with Paypal subscription).
• $500/year (12 months for the price of 10!)
• Membership grants you 24/7 access to the space, the ability to sit in on and participate in meetings and discussions, and use of the equipment and supplies in the space.

What tools/equipment do you have?

• Check out our Tools page.