The Revelstoke Branch of Okanagan Regional Library is engaged in a fundraising campaign to create a new technology-enabled space that will provide new and exciting opportunities for learning, innovation and creativity in the community.
RevLab will help people of all ages and abilities to innovate and build critical thinking and problem solving skills and to engage in self-motivated learning and collaboration. It will also be an important asset in helping to prepare those who need critical 21st century skills in the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM).
where kids, adults and entrepreneurs can gather to explore, create, invent and learn. RevLab will feature the latest innovative and creative technologies that most people would otherwise not be able to access
REVLab will support education in our region, providing the latest technical tools for K-12, post-secondary students and lifelong learners. Fun and educational workshops will teach students how to use the exciting new technologies—supporting school projects and also special initiatives from community organizations.
Maker spaces are increasingly being used as incubators and accelerators to foster entrepreneurship in start-up businesses—supporting development and prototyping of new and innovative products and services. This is particularly important given the growing start-up and entrepreneurial community in Revelstoke. RevLab will help spur creativity, innovation and entrepreneurism in the Revelstoke community.