Repair Cafes in York Region

Need to get an item fixed?  Prepare for your next repair café visit by learning what can be fixed, sign up as a volunteer, and browse frequently asked questions on York Region’s Repair Café webpage.

Repair Cafe – Zancor Centre – King City

Saturday, March 29th, 2025
10 AM – 2 PM
Register here on NewMakeIt.com

Baby and Kids Clothes Swap – Aurora

Swap gently used baby and kids clothing. Bring in clothes for the swap starting April 1st! No obligation to bring clothes—take what you need.
The Swap will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM at the Aurora Public Library.

Find details at Aurora Public Library’s website here

Community Yard Sale – King City

Community yard sale
Trisan Centre, 25 Dillane Drive, Schomberg
8 AM – 1 PM

Register for a table by April 25th.

Visit King’s website for details

Kitchen Table Talks: Buying Local & Building Community – Aurora

For everyone interested in community wealth building and economic development, join us for an afternoon of conversation as we explore strategies to strengthen local economies. 

Nichols Foundation, 50 Victoria Street, Aurora, ON
April 8th, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Click here for details and registration

Curbside Giveaway Days in York Region

In search of free items but don’t know where to look? Take a look for free curbside items on specific dates, and leave your own for others to take. Check back for official 2025 dates in the spring! Learn more at York.ca.

Newmarket Cycles – Newmarket

470 Davis Drive
Newmarket, L3Y 4N3

Check back in Spring 2025 for scheduled events. Learn more about Newmarket Cycles here.

Community Book Sale – Richmond Hill

“Are you going to BE {Book Event}” will be happening September 12th and 13th, 2025. This is a huge community book sale at Richmond Hill United Church. See the website for details: www.areyougoingtobe.ca.

Repair Hub – City of Mississauga

Check back for repair cafe dates in Spring 2025! For details, visit mississauga.ca.

See details and register at mississauga.ca’s listing and register on the EventBrite page here.

Spring Library Programs – Mississauga

Visit the City of Mississauga’s event calendar to find out more about workshops and activities taking place this spring, from LEGO play time to learning how to use a sewing machine and more!

Textile Repair Hub – Mississauga

The Textile Repair Hub is taking place at Bradley Museum on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 11 AM – 4 PM.

Repair Hubs give items that are destined for landfill a second life with help from our volunteer fixers. Not only will you reduce waste, but you’ll also learn repair skills from our experts to extend the lifecycle of your products at home!

Learn more at the Event Listing on Mississauga.ca

Repair Hub (All Items) – Mississauga

The City of Mississauga’s next Repair Hub will take place at Hazel McCallion Central Library (Ground 0 – Makerspace) on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 11 AM – 4PM.

Repair Hubs give items that are destined for landfill a second life with help from our volunteer fixers. Not only will you reduce waste, but you’ll also learn repair skills from our experts to extend the lifecycle of your products at home!
Learn more at the Event Listing on Mississauga.ca

Repair Café – Oshawa

Saturday, May 31, 2025
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
John Aker Northview Branch

Give new life to your broken small appliances, electronics, jewelry, clothing, and more. Our skilled volunteers can show you how to make repairs to keep items out of landfill and save you money!

Drop-in.

If you have a flair for repair, please consider volunteering as a member of our Repair Café team. For more details, call 905-579-6111, ext. 5279.

Click for event details

Library Plant Exchange – Oshawa

Saturday, May 10, 2025
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
John Aker Northview Branch

Bring your pest-free, rooted indoor plants or loose cuttings to swap for something new. Drop-in.

Teen – Upcycle for the Apocalypse – Oshawa

Tuesday, Jul 22 / 6-7 pm

Delpark Branch

Upcycling is the ultimate survival skill in a world where every resource counts! Turn everyday trash into creative treasures like survival tools, accessories, and art in this hands-on crafting session.

Ages 13-18 / Drop-in

Kid/Family – Toy Repair Café – Oshawa

Saturday, Aug 16 / 1-4 pm

Delpark Branch

Every toy has a story; we’re here to help your beloved items continue their adventures! Whether it’s a stuffed animal needing a stitch or a toy car that needs a little TLC, our skilled repair team is ready to help you bring them back to life.