07/24/2026
The St. John’s Men’s Shed is a community initiative hosted by the St. John’s Tool Library and is part of the international Men’s Shed movement.
The St. John’s Tool Library is a friendly and welcoming space for everyone. Our members can borrow tools at an affordable cost, and we offer workshops that teach practical DIY skills, including plumbing basics, plastering, drywall repair, power-tool use, and more.
We understand that some people have questions or concerns about the Men’s Shed. We are all human, but we must also recognize that certain challenges may need to be addressed in different and more focused ways.
The Men’s Shed movement began in Australia and was later introduced to Canada. In 2026, we began hosting free meetings in St. John’s for men of all ages. These meetings promote connection, friendship, mental health, and overall well-being while helping to challenge the stigma surrounding men’s mental health.
At the same time, there is already a “shed” that is open to everyone: the St. John’s Tool Library.
We are also working to create a She Shed—a welcoming space where women can meet, make friends, learn and share skills, work on projects, or simply enjoy a coffee and talk about life.
We are looking for volunteers who would be interested in helping us plan and lead the She Shed. We are also open to suggestions for a different name that better represents the group.
We will provide free training, free access to our space, and free use of our tools to support free meetings for women.
The St. John’s Tool Library is a non-profit, volunteer-based, and community-oriented organization.
Interested in helping lead the She Shed? Visit us during our hours of operation:
Tuesday and Thursday: 3:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
151 Empire Avenue, St. John’s
