Guelph Tool Library

Guelph Tool Library Access over 1400 tools for a low yearly fee! The GTL offers community programs and workshops focused on repair and sustainable living.

The Guelph Tool Library is a lending library of tools where you can borrow tools for food preparation, food preservation, gardening, renovation, arts, etc.

The Guelph Tool Library is hiring!The title of the position is Operations Manager, a new position in the organization. T...
06/01/2026

The Guelph Tool Library is hiring!

The title of the position is Operations Manager, a new position in the organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of the day to day operations of the Guelph Tool Library. They will be expected to represent the Library to the community, City, and other organizations, and be the primary contact point for the organization. You will report to the current Director, a volunteer position responsible to the Board of Directors.

Find out more about this role: https://www.goodwork.ca/jobs/not-for-profit-management-and-business-administration-jobs-76142

100 Device Drive in June 💻This June, every branch of the Guelph Public Library is accepting donated laptops and tablets ...
05/29/2026

100 Device Drive in June 💻

This June, every branch of the Guelph Public Library is accepting donated laptops and tablets on behalf of the Circular Computer Project. Our goal is to collect 100 devices that can be refurbished and redistributed through community partners to help improve digital access for individuals and families in need.

If you have an unused laptop or tablet at home, please consider donating it, and help spread the word to friends, family, and neighbours about this community device drive.

GROW Community Garden is looking for 8 seniors who would like to join a new gardening group for the summer: Seeds to Sag...
05/26/2026

GROW Community Garden is looking for 8 seniors who would like to join a new gardening group for the summer: Seeds to Sage.

Participants will get space in raised garden beds at our Marden community garden location. Seeds to Sage gardeners can garden on their own schedule and the Seeds to Sage group will meet all together once every 2 weeks to work together and learn from each other. Seeds to Sage will have the opportunity to decide how they want to share and use their garden space.

All materials (garden space, soil, seeds/plants, garden tools) will be provided. Interest can be sent to [email protected].

Sewing Machine CleaningLearn how to clean and maintain your sewing machine with one of our Stitch Mentors volunteers. In...
05/25/2026

Sewing Machine Cleaning

Learn how to clean and maintain your sewing machine with one of our Stitch Mentors volunteers. In this class, you will learn the basics of taking your machine apart to clean and oil it, with some basic diagnostics and troubleshooting. Participants are encouraged to bring their own sewing machine for this class.

Tickets are $15 for Guelph Tool Library members, and $20 for non members. $30 benefactor tickets help provide free or discounted registration for someone facing financial barriers, and include a ticket for you! If you are facing financial barriers and require a discounted ticket, please reach out to the GTL via [email protected]. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. Due to space limitations, a ticket is valid for one person and one machine only.

This class will not focus on repair of broken or seized machines, as that is best handled by a professional. The Guelph Tool Library cannot be held liable for the condition of your sewing machine and any potential damages it may incur during this class.

05/21/2026

Get your membership before our prices go up on July 1! Access to over 1600 tools for a steal of a price at $70 for the whole year! Prices go up to $80 after July 1 so ACT NOW!

After 4 years of offering recycling programs at the Guelph Tool Library, Think Outside The Bin is winding down. These it...
05/19/2026

After 4 years of offering recycling programs at the Guelph Tool Library, Think Outside The Bin is winding down. These items will no longer be accepted after May 30th.

Disposable Razors and Blades – Free recycling program offered by Terracycle Canada and Gillette.
All brands of disposable razors accepted.

Cell Phones – Free recycling program offered by the Toronto Zoo
All brands of cell phones

Eye Glasses – Free program offered by the Lions Club of Guelph.
All types of prescription eyeglasses

We still have some room in our final Terracycle boxes on a first come, first serve basis. Please ask the librarian on shift to bring these to the back for you:

Oral Care items
Personal care packaging
Deodorant containers and lids
Coffee bags

We are not accepting any:
Reusable takeout containers
Corks
Loose parts for Trove

Changes to the City of Guelph Blue Box recycling program began January 2026 – many of these items are now accepted in municipal recycling. Please consult the City of Guelph Waste Wizard for more information.

05/16/2026

Stitch Together is a free drop in program that runs twice per month at the Guelph Tool Library. Here, you’ll find volunteers to help you with your sewing and mending projects, as well as some supplies to get you started.

The next Stitch Together sessions are:

Monday, May 25th from 12 pm to 2 pm
Monday, June 8th from 6 to 8 pm
Monday, June 22nd from 12-2 pm

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Membership prices go up July 1st, lock it in now and save for a whole year. Sign up or renew online or in person. We wil...
05/15/2026

Membership prices go up July 1st, lock it in now and save for a whole year. Sign up or renew online or in person.

We will always aim to keep our membership price accessible, and this is our first price increase in 3 years. Membership fees only cover a portion of our operating costs each year, and with some recent increases, it’s become necessary for us to charge more for our annual memberships. Doing so helps better equip us for covering our monthly operating costs while also helping support our other programs.

Regular memberships will increase to $80/years plus taxes and fees

Lend a Wing memberships will increase to $110 per year plus taxes and fees, and each one sold allows us to donate a membership to a community member facing financial barriers.

We will continue to offer discounts on renewal memberships processed within 30 days of expiry.

Late fees are increasing to $2 per item, per day. Per day blade fees are switching to a per-loan fee of $3. All other per use or per loan fees are subject to change.

Friendly reminder that we are closed for the long weekend from Friday, May 15th to Monday, May 18th. Please plan accordi...
05/13/2026

Friendly reminder that we are closed for the long weekend from Friday, May 15th to Monday, May 18th. Please plan accordingly and note that your return date may have changed.

and the Guelph Seed Library will also be closed.

Have a safe and happy long weekend!

Address

Old Quebec Street Shoppes, 55 Wyndham Street North, Unit T14
Guelph, ON
N1H7T8

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 7pm
Tuesday 4pm - 7pm
Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 4pm - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm

Telephone

+15198367909

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