Repair Resources
Why Repair?
Repairing what you own is a fun way of ensuring that products don’t go to waste. No tools? No problem – look for people who specialize in fixing your particular item, or find a tool rental service in your area. A tailor can fix your bag or jacket – and a computer store might be able to fix that laptop that’s on the fritz.
Did you know that in 2018, Canadians sent over 725 kilograms per household of waste to the landfill? We can do better. Check out the resources below for ideas on where to start.
Why repair?
- Sometimes, all you need is a quick fix
- Reduce demand for new goods
- Prevent items from becoming waste
- Strengthen the network of your community
Learn how to DIY:
- Check out your local library, streaming services, and ifixit.com to research how to fix things
- Ask someone you know who has experience
- Host or attend a Repair Cafe event
Ways to repair:
1. DIY
2. Visit a tailor for service
3. Call or visit an electronics specialist for service
4. Attend or host a repair event or workshop (i.e. Repair Cafe)
5. Find replacement parts
6. Contact the manufacturer
General Resources
IKEA: Request Spare Parts
IKEA: Request Spare Parts IKEA provides free spare parts for select items. Get them shipped to your location so you can keep your items in working condition – and out of the landfill. "Find and order screws, cam locks, dowels and more for BILLY, HEMNES, POÄNG, MALM...
IKEA Appliance Repair
IKEA Appliance Repair This licensed service provider fixes IKEA appliances across the GTA. Fixing your appliances is often more affordable than replacing them, and is a great way to reduce your waste footprint. Repairing what you own extends the lifetime of the...
iFixIt: The Free Repair Manual
iFixIt: The Free Repair Manual iFixit is a wiki-based site that teaches people how to fix almost anything. Anyone can create a repair manual for a device, and anyone can also edit the existing set of manuals to improve them. Repairing what you own extends the...
How to Start Your Own Repair Café: Guide by Repair Café Toronto
How to Start Your Own Repair Café Want to start your own Repair Café? You can! Read how with the Repair Café Toronto guide.Have a broken item, like a necklace or a toaster? Bring it to your local repair café to see if it can be fixed. Repair cafés are community-led...
RepairCafé.org: Start Your Own Repair Café
Start Your Own Repair Café Download a Repair Café starter kit, view the global Repair Café map, and more from the international Repair Café organization.Have a broken item, like a necklace or a toaster? Bring it to your local repair café to see if it can be fixed....
Peel Region Resources
ecoCaledon Repair Cafe
Do you have an item that is broken? Bring it to ecoCaledon's next Repair Cafe on May 25, 2024. Repairing what you own extends the lifetime of the item, reducing the need to buy a replacement. Alterations optimize the item so it perfectly suits your needs. By...
York Region Resources
York Region Repair Café Events
York Region Repair Café Events Have a broken item but not sure how to repair it, or don’t have the space or the right tools? Repair Cafés offer a solution. Volunteer fixers are available to assess your needs and will do their best to fix your item.Have a broken item,...
To find the listing of individual businesses and organizations, please visit the local directory.
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