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Sensory study space

We’re piloting a new sensory study space this year! Here, you can take a break from sensory stimulation and reduce digital distraction.

What's included:

• Soft, comfortable furniture
• Adjustable lighting
• Colouring books and pencils
• Information about how to access sensory kits, noise-cancelling headphones, and other supports

Getting there:

• Drop in whenever the library is open
• Mearns – McPherson Library room 113f: main floor, to the left of the entrance (main floor map)

Respite rooms

Our respite rooms offer a private space to rest. We’ve updated both rooms to improve their comfort and atmosphere.

What’s new:

• New comfy furniture, including a couch, soft chair, and ottoman
• New adjustable lighting fixtures and lamps
• New artwork and freshly painted walls

Getting there:

• There is one respite room in each library. Visit the front desk of each building for a room key.
• Mearns – McPherson Library room 132: main floor, just off the central hallway (main floor map)
• Priestly Library room A259: second floor, near the stairs (Priestly second floor map)

Assistive technology room

Our assistive tech rooms have multiple workstations with assistive hardware and software. The Mearns – McPherson room has been refreshed for the fall.

Learn more about the assistive tech rooms.

What’s new:

• Freshly painted
• New signage and user guides
• Information about how to access available software and hardware
  • You can also  for an assistive technology software and hardware tutorial

Getting there:

• Drop in whenever the library is open
• Mearns – McPherson Library room 113e: main floor, to the left of the entrance (main floor map)
• Priestly Library has an assistive tech room near the front desk (Priestly main floor map)