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The Library offers a variety of equipment and technology that is available for members to borrow or rent!

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Equipment & Technology


Borrow a cake pan.

Cake Pans

Bake a Darth Vader, unicorn, dinosaur, or other fun-shaped cake with one of our 45 cake pans!

Wash before returning. 

 


iPadBorrow an iPad.

iPads are available for in-library use and are loaded with educational games and apps.

About iPads (PDF, 293 KB)

 


Borrow a Kobo Touch Edition ereader.

Kobo Ereader

A functional Kobo Touch ereader that has 100 pre-loaded books to read.

About Kobo Ereaders (PDF, 314 KB)

 


Borrow a Dell M409WX Projector.

Projector

This easy-to-use and portable projector is perfect for backyard movie nights and presentations! Optional: borrow extension cord.

$10 per hour or $75 per day. Does not include screen.

About Projector (PDF, 278 KB)


Borrow a speaker with microphone and accessories.

Public Address System

Karaoke night? Big presentation? Public performance? This portable Public Address (PA) System is perfect for all of the above!

$10 per hour or $75 per day.

About Public Address System (PDF, 262 KB)


Borrow an AirThings radon gas detector.

Radon Gas Detector

Easily test Radon (a carcinogenic gas) levels in a home. Kits are provided courtesy of BC Lung Foundation’s Library Lending Program.

About Radon Gas Detectors (PDF, 321 KB)

 


Borrow a thermal imaging (infrared) camera.Thermal Imaging Camera

Increase energy efficiency by using this thermal imaging camera to identify areas of heat loss in the home.

About Thermal Imaging Cameras (PDF, 265 KB)

 

Accessibility Technology


Reader Pens

Make reading and learning easier with this pen that scans printed text and reads it aloud. Has multiple languages and offers word definitions.

Two pens in circulation: one can be borrowed, one is for in-library use only.

About Reader Pens (PDF, 207 KB)


Borrow a Victor Reader.

Victor Reader – Classic Model

An easy to use device that reads DAISY Talking Books for who are visually impaired.

Borrowers must sign the Lending Agreement.

About Victor Reader – Classic (PDF, 315 KB)


Borrow a Victor Reader.

Victor Reader – Stratus Model

An easy to use device that reads DAISY Talking Books for who are visually impaired.

Borrowers must sign the Lending Agreement.

About Victor Reader – Stratus (PDF, 308 KB)


Webcam

This plug-and-play webcam can be used in the library for accessible online navigation and communication.

About Webcam (PDF, 214 KB)

 

Digitization Equipment


Borrow an Ion Express cassette tape converter.

Cassette Tape Converter

Play and convert cassette tapes to digital music files with this compact, easy-to-use device.

About Cassette Tape Converter (PDF, 314 KB)

 


Borrow a Saturn Film Image Converter.Film Image Converter

Converts negatives, slide (127, 135), Film 120, and Microfiche pictures into digital JPEG files in seconds. No computer or software required.

About Film Image Converter (PDF, 262 KB)

 


Film Movie Reel Converter

Converts up to 5 inches of 8mm or Super 8 reels into digital files that can playback to a TV. No computer or software required.

About Movie Reel Converter (PDF, 257 KB)

 

Portable Filming Studio


Borrow a green screen.

Green Screen

Expertly add backgrounds to video or photos with our green screen.

Borrowers must sign the Lending Agreement.

About Green Screen (PDF, 317 KB)


Borrow a NanLite lighting kit.

Lighting Kit

Set up a professional video or photography studio with our lighting kit.

Borrowers must sign the Lending Agreement.

About Lighting Kit (PDF, 291 KB)


Borrow a tripod.

Tripod

Use with our state-of-the-art video camera to professionally record footage anywhere.

Borrowers must sign the Lending Agreement.

About Tripod (PDF, 277 KB)


Borrow a professional video camera.

Video Camera

Professionally record footage anywhere with our state-of-the-art camcorder, microphones, and optional green screen, tripod, or lights.

Borrowers must sign the Lending Agreement.

About Video Camera (PDF, 272 KB)

 

Games


Borrow ʔuk̓i!ʔuk̓i

Have fun playing the Ktunaxa language version of Uno with friends and family!

About ʔuk̓i (PDF, 599 KB)

 

 

Nature Exploration Kits


Borrow a Bat Pack.

Bat Pack

Learn all about bats in the Kootenays with this interactive kit and have fun identifying bat species on your next camping trip!

About Bat Pack (PDF, 287 KB)

 


Borrow a Birding Backpack.

Birding Backpack

Essential equipment is included for a fun and successful birdwatching excursion!

About Birding Backpack (PDF, 333 KB)

 


Borrow a Hiking Backpack.

Hiking Backpack

Pick up this kit packed with hiking essentials before your next outdoor adventure!

Equipped for a maximum of two adult hikers.

About Hiking Backpack (PDF, 172)

 

STEAM Kits


Borrow Ozobots.

Ozobots

These spectacular robots make learning to code easy and fun!

About Ozobots (PDF, 312)

 


Borrow a Robot Mouse.

Robot Mouse

Learning to code has never been easier. Help Robot Mouse navigate a maze, do a dance, and so much more!

About Robot Mouse (PDF, 328 KB)

 


Borrow Snap Circuits.

Snap Circuits

Discover how electricity powers the world in a fun, engaging way!

About Snap Circuits (PDF, 395 KB)

 

 


Related Policies

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