Software and Equipment
at the Digital Innovation Hubs
Digital Innovation Hubs provide you with access to a range of specialized equipment and computer software for in-library use. Staff are available to help walk you through use and troubleshoot challenges.
Computer hardware and software
Digital Innovation Hubs offer Windows and Mac computers with industry standard and open source design and creation software. Computers can be booked online on our Reserve a Digital Innovation Hub Computer page.
Hardware
Discover the joy of creativity with our Mac and Windows computers, with generously-sized screens and the power to run the latest design software to help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
- Mac Studios with M2 Max processor, 32 GB RAM and 27" monitors
- 24” iMacs with M1 processor, 16 GB RAM (Albert Campbell Branch and York Woods Branch)
- PCs with i5 processor, 32 GB of RAM and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 12GB video card
View a full list of software available on our Windows and Mac computers, categorized by Title and Function.
Equipment
Digital Innovation Hubs let you access a range of specialized equipment for in-library use, including Wacom Cintiq graphic tablets, External USB Blu-ray drive, Arduinos, and Raspberry Pis.
How to use in-library equipment
To use equipment, talk to staff at a Digital Innovation Hub.
- A valid Toronto Public Library card is required.
- You will need to complete and sign an equipment loan form before you can check out equipment. Customers under the age of 18 need to have the form signed by their parent or guardian in person.
- Equipment can be checked out for up to two hours and renewed only if available.
- Full replacement cost is charged for lost or damaged equipment.
Featured software and equipment
Explore our specialized equipment and computer software available at our Digital Innovation Hubs.
3D Design and Printing
All of the library's Digital Innovation Hubs offer 3D printers and a variety of design software.
- Prusa MK3S+ 3D Printers
- Autodesk Fusion 360
- ZBrush Core Mini
Audio Recording
Professional grade audio recording software is available at Digital Innovation Hub’s Audio Visual Studios.
- Logic Pro
- Ableton Live Suite
- Reaper
- Dynamic and Condenser microphones
- USB audio interface
- MIDI keyboard
Also check out Audio Recording Kits that you can borrow and take home.
Coding
- Arduino Kits
- Raspberry Pi Kits
- Visual Studio Code
Also check out Arduino Kits and Raspberry Pi Kits that you can borrow and take home.
Fabrication
Available exclusively at our Fabrication Studio, a creation and learning space that offers free access to sewing and vinyl printing/cutting equipment to create your own projects.
- Sewing machines
- Embroidery machine
- Vinyl printer/cutter
Graphic Design
Unleash your creativity and bring your digital art to life. Create digital illustrations, design logos, edit photos, and even create animations.
- Wacom Cintiq graphic tablets
- Adobe Creative Cloud 2023 (To use the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite of software a free Adobe ID Account is required which includes 2 GB of cloud storage)
Scanning & Digitization
Scan materials such as photographs, artwork, and design documents in high resolution, or convert VHS tapes to digital files. Then enhance, edit, and integrate your digitized content into creative projects using our available tools and software. Please ensure you do not infringe on any copyright or intellectual property rights when using this service.
- Large Format Scanner Epson Expression 12000XL Photo
- Epson Scan
- VHS Player
- Roxio Video Capture USB
- Adobe Creative Suite
Video Recording
Reserve Audio Visual Studio spaces with access to studio mics, cameras, green screen and other audio, video and photography equipment.
- Final Cut Pro
- DaVinci Resolve
- Canon HD Video Camera
- Canon DSLR Camera
- LED Light Panels