Alberni Valley Makerspace

06/01/2026

The Mobile Makerspace and Mobile Plastic Recycling unit are almost ready to roll!!

05/27/2026

Almost forgot to mention.

Today we will be representing the Alberni Valley, the Alberni Valley Makerpsace, and Vancouver Island Plastics at the
https://www.rcbcconference.ca
I will be part of a panel discussing;
Beyond the pilot: Scaling Circular infrastructure and enable share, repair, and lending models

Join the 46th Annual Circular Economy Conference. Connect with leaders in recycling & sustainability. Early Bird from $375. Register now!

05/25/2026

Mondays were made for Mini Painting at the Alberni Valley Makerspace!

Tonight we are hosting our open mini painting group, that means everyone from a first time newbie, to a seasoned veteran can join in the fun of painting miniatures. Members get in free, non-members pay a $5 drop-in rate. We provide all the supplies, as well as a free mini! Come and learn how to paint miniatures with other makers, every Monday from 6-9pm.

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05/25/2026

Thank you to everyone that came out to the Spirit Square Market on Saturday to support Vancouver Island Plastics! We had a great time sharing the work we have been doing to build a circular economy and recycle more plastic right here in Port Alberni. If you didn't get a chance to see us and check out some of our locally produced, 100% Recycled plastic products don't worry, we will be at the market every Saturday. Hope we next week 😀

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05/23/2026

We are live!! Come on down and say hi!

05/22/2026

Come and see Vancouver Island Plastics this Saturday May 23rd at the Spirit Square Market in Port Alberni!
We are very excited to be selling our Vancouver Island Products locally at Harbour Quay this weekend and we are hoping you will come out and show your support for our your local plastic recycler by purchasing one of our amazing 100% Recycled Plastic products.

05/10/2026

Hey all if you have any colourful and clean… number 5 type plastic…we are working on a project and are interested in it. If you want to help us out drop it off at the makerspace during our regular hours.

Thanks

05/09/2026

It’s official the new Lego bridge building challenge record has been set.

With a weight of 145lb or just under 67kg total weight supported!!

Congratulations!

05/07/2026

Big news! We will running a table at the Tofino Market starting May 23rd!

Visit us at the Vancouver Island Plastics tent and check out some of the amazing 100% Recycled products we’re selling. We’ll have raw plastic materials and finished plastic products, so there is something for everyone. Can’t wait to see you all there!

04/26/2026

Today is what it’s all about!!

A person came in and asked if we could print a peace of medical assistance equipment. This part is not critical but offers a considerable improvement to care. It cost hundreds of dollars each and are often lost or need to be replaced. We were able to provide them with 10 of the devices, and now they won’t need to worry about loosing them or needing new once for a little while.

This is the kind of stuff that keeps us going, the Alberni Valley Makerspace isn’t just for flexible dragons and Star Wars toys. 3D printing can be used for everyday needs that can improve people lives!

I have kept this vague as possible for privacy, and yes we talked a lot about the type of materials we use and how they may not be made to the same standards as other materials. We also explained that we are not medical professionals and that we are not suggesting that all assisted devices can be replaced.

Feeling kind of awesome 🙂