Two students passing a bike rack on campus.

This is your sustainable campus

This is your community bike shop.

Bike Library & Workshop

The Bike Library & Workshop is a community bike shop on campus and is an initiative under Sustain SU. We are fully equipped with the tools and space necessary to repair and maintain bikes. Bike repairs are DIY, however, our volunteers & Bike Library Mechanic can provide guidance and offer some help. Tool and stand use are entirely FREE, but we do take monetary donations!

The Bike Library & Workshop also sells used and new components and parts such as tubes, tires, and other accessories. We are not taking donations of bikes due to the lack of space, but feel free to donate any parts or components that are not of use to you.

The Bike Library was founded in 2005 in the basement of the Students’ Union Building. It originally operated as a place to loan bikes to students and staff (hence the name). In 2013, the Bike Library moved to SAB 1-13, and its name was changed to the Bike Library & Workshop (BLW).

Note: We do not bleed hydraulic brakes or repair suspension. Please visit your local bike shop for these specialized services.

The inside of the bike library with many bikes hung in a row.

BLW Hours – SAB 1-13

Regular Hours

  • Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 1:30-6:00PM
  • Closed Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
  • Special Hours October 31st: 12 - 1:30PM

Bike Service

  • Got a flat? Need oil for your chain? Want to clean your bike? Add some air? Drop-in!
  • Appointments will take priority at any given time, but if you need something small and feel confident with DIY, drop-in!

Book an Appointment

DIY Bike Repairs

Book an appointment and let us know what you or your bike needs! Walk-ins are accepted depending on the circumstances.

DIY Appointments

Bike Rentals

  • $5.00 + GST one-day rental
  • $15.00 + GST per week rental

There is a $160 rental deposit which will be refunded when the bike is returned. Renters will be issued a U-lock and key, and a pair of lights if needed. Note that we DO NOT provide renters with a helmet.

Rental Registration Form

Contact Information

Bike Library Mechanic