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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26 Nov
Tue, Nov 26: Holiday Wreath Making Workshop
Tuesday, Nov 26th, 6:30pm-8:30pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Make your own holiday wreath.Join us for a fun festive 2 hour workshop building your very own Holiday wreath. We'll bring all the materials needed...
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27 Nov
Wed, Nov 27: WorkSpace Safety 201 Workshop
Wednesday, Nov 27th, 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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28 Nov
Thu, Nov 28: Holiday Wreath Making Workshop
Thursday, Nov 28th, 6:30pm-8:30pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Be surrounded by the beautiful smell of greenery and make your own holiday wreath.Join us for a fun festive 2 hour workshop building your very...
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29 Nov
Fri, Nov 29: OTL Tinkering School PD Day Camp: November 29
Friday, Nov 29th, 9:00am-3:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Do you want your kid(s) to spend a day learning skills AND having fun? Have them join us for a day of woodworking!The Tinkering School...
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30 Nov
Sat, Nov 30: Repair Café at the Tony Graham Recreation Complex
Saturday, Nov 30th, 10:00am-2:00pm at 100 Charlie Rogers Pl
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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01 Dec
Sun, Dec 01: Beading Workshop for Members of the Indigenous Community (ages 55+)
Sunday, Dec 1st, 12:00pm-5:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Learn traditional beading with Métis instructor Keith Hendricks.Come join Keith Hendricks to learn how to use a beading loom while making a beaded wristband using...
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02 Dec
Mon, Dec 02: Holiday Social: Make an Origami Ornament (ages 55+)
Monday, Dec 2nd, 6:00pm-9:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Spend time with fellow DIYers and learn from designer Carla Ayukawa how to make an origami ornament.Come for a Holiday Social and join local designer...
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04 Dec
Wed, Dec 04: Introduction to Working a Lathe
Wednesday, Dec 4th, 6:00pm-9:00pm at Ottawa Tool Library
Learn the safe use of a lathe and its carving tools.Always wondered how to work a lathe? What you can create on it? Which tools...
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05 Dec
Thu, Dec 05: Knife Sharpening Workshop
Thursday, Dec 5th, 6:30pm-8:30pm at Ottawa Tool Library
A sharp knife is one of the small joys of life. Thankfully, hand sharpening knives is not a complicated skill.Like most things, knife sharpening just...
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10 Dec
Tue, Dec 10: WorkSpace Safety 101 Workshop
Tuesday, Dec 10th, 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...
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 »