The Lethbridge Public Library is hosting the city's first Repair Cafe event. (Photo: Lethbridge News Now)

By David Opinko

‘Repair Cafe’ launching in Lethbridge to fix broken items

Oct 9, 2025 | 10:26 AM

If you have something that needs a minor fix, do not throw it out.

Environment Lethbridge and the Lethbridge Public Library are teaming up for a new initiative called the Repair Cafe.

Local volunteer “fixers” can complete simple repairs on broken or damaged items like clothing and textiles, computers, small electronics, small appliances, and household items.

Kathleen Sheppard, Executive Director of Environment Lethbridge, says, “It can be daunting to fix broken items if you don’t have the right tools or skills. Repair cafes are a way for community members to share their repair expertise and help other residents.”

The first Repair Cafe event will take place on October 26, 2025, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the downtown branch of the Lethbridge Public Library.

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A full list of items that can be repaired can be found here. The public is asked to pre-register and provide a description of their item before attending.

Additional events will be held in March, June and September next year.

You can also sign up to volunteer at the Repair Cafes on EnvironmentLethbridge.ca