Ottawa’s volunteer-driven, member-funded tool lending library where you can borrow tools, learn new skills, and find space to work on your next project.
Become a Member!
Become a member to gain access to our entire inventory of over 2,000 hand and power tools, expert advice, discounts on workshops and more. Plus discounts for students and memberships for households and small organizations, too!
Learn & Discover
The OTL offers something for everyone. We have a variety of workshops to learn skills, gain confidence, and create functional, every day objects to display in your home or give as a gift. We also offer safety courses, demo nights, garage sales, and other events too!
Upcoming Events
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03 Apr
Thu, Apr 03: Pysanky Making: Ukrainian Easter Egg Workshop for Adults
Thursday, Apr 3rd, 6:00pm-9:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Learn how to make beautiful pysanky: Easter eggs in the traditional Ukrainian style.Learn about this ancient and beautiful way of ushering in spring and the...
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09 Apr
Wed, Apr 09: Build a Square Planter Box
Wednesday, Apr 9th, 6:00pm-9:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Join us for a hands-on woodworking workshop where you'll build a square raised planter.The square raised planter is designed around a readily available plastic insert...
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10 Apr
Thu, Apr 10: Demo Night: Introduction to 3D Printing
Thursday, Apr 10th, 6:30pm-9:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Want to use our 3D printer? Have lots of questions? Then this demo night is for you.This demo night will give an introduction to how...
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12 Apr
Sat, Apr 12: Repair Café at Ottawa City Hall
Saturday, Apr 12th, 10:00am-2:00pm at Ottawa City Hall
Throw it away? No way! Fix it at the Repair Café! Venez faire réparer vos articles au Café de reparations!Veuillez noter que cet événement se...
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15 Apr
Tue, Apr 15: WorkSpace Safety 101 Workshop
Tuesday, Apr 15th, 6:00pm-9:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Want to learn how to handle power tools safely? Come and spend an evening in our WorkSpace to learn new skills.You will receive training on...
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22 Apr
Tue, Apr 22: DIY Wildlife Garden
Tuesday, Apr 22nd, 6:30pm-8:30pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Come out on Earth Day to learn abut local wildlife gardens and take home planted seeds to start your own.Learn about the role of native...
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23 Apr
Wed, Apr 23: WorkSpace Safety 201 Workshop
Wednesday, Apr 23rd, 6:00pm-9:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
This course is for anyone who wants to use the following tools in our WorkSpace: router, planer, jointer, and table saw.This workshop teaches the safe...
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24 Apr
Thu, Apr 24: Garden Tool Maintenance & Sharpening Night
Thursday, Apr 24th, 6:30pm-9:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Take your garden tools to the OTL spa and get them ready for spring garden work.Let’s be honest, sometimes we don’t give our garden tools...
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14 Jul
Mon, Jul 14: Tinkering School: Summer Camp for 9-12 year olds – July 14-18
Monday, Jul 14th-Friday, Jul 18th, 9:00am-3:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Do you want your kid(s) to learn skills AND have fun this summer? Have them join us for a week of exciting woodworking projects!Dates: July...
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21 Jul
Mon, Jul 21: Tinkering School: Summer Camp for 9-12 year olds – July 21-25
Monday, Jul 21st-Friday, Jul 25th, 9:00am-3:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Do you want your kid(s) to learn skills AND have fun this summer? Have them join us for a week of exciting woodworking projects!Dates: July...
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11 Aug
Mon, Aug 11: Tinkering School: Summer Camp for 9-12 year olds – Aug 11-15
Monday, Aug 11th-Friday, Aug 15th, 9:00am-3:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Do you want your kid(s) to learn skills AND have fun this summer? Have them join us for a week of exciting woodworking projects!Dates: Aug...
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18 Aug
Mon, Aug 18: Tinkering School: Summer Camp for Teens – Aug 18-22
Monday, Aug 18th-Friday, Aug 22nd, 9:00am-3:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Do you want your teen(s) to learn skills AND have fun this summer? Have them join us for a week of exciting woodworking projects!Dates: Aug...
Find Space
Our well-equipped and dedicated OTL WorkSpace has all of the bench and floor tools to tackle your next personal project! Reserve now »
Buy Used Tools
Not ready for commitment? Need a few tools of your very own? You can buy inspected and refurbished tools in our OTL Webstore. Shop now »
Volunteer
Join a great team of volunteers lending and fixing tools, grant-writing, marketing, content creation, and more! Get involved »
Donate
Donated tools are refurbished, added to our inventory, sold or recycled. All funds raised and donated contribute directly to our mission. Donate now »
Fix Your Stuff
Repair textiles, small appliances, kids toys and more with support from our expert fixers at our Repair Cafés. Learn more »
Inspire Your Kids
Enroll young minds (8-12) in activities and day camps that foster creativity and discovery in our Tinkering School. Learn more »