Recording Studios

Our free-to-use recording studios provide equipment and software for you to work on audio and video projects. Create a podcast, record a song, shoot a commercial or work on a video for school.

Locations with a recording studio

• Agincourt
• Albion (limited hours, please call branch to reserve)
• Fort York
• North York Central Library
• Richview
• Toronto Reference Library

How to book a recording studio

Reserve by calling the branch. Also available on a first-come, first-served basis during library open hours.

• A Toronto Public Library card is required
• Reservations limited to a maximum of two hours per day
• Reservations can be made up to three business days in advance at Toronto Reference Library and North York Central Library, and a week in advance at other locations
• Only one member of a group can book for the group
• Reservations held for ten minutes
• Drop-in use is possible if studio is available

Guidelines for using recording studios

The purpose of the room is for audio and video production. If you need to edit your project, please book a computer in a Digital Innovation Hub.

• Studios cannot be booked as a study space or for video conferencing
• Borrowed equipment must be returned to staff
• Staff reserve the right to enter the studio at any time
• Rooms must be left in good order
• Be mindful of sound levels, the space is not sound proof
• No food or drink allowed
• The library asks for your cooperation in maintaining a welcome environment conducive to study and enjoyable used of the library. Staff make every effort to apply these rules in a fair, dignified and positive manner for the benefit of all.

Equipment & Software

• iMac with Adobe CC, Final Cut Pro X, Logic Pro X and Ableton Live
• Studio speakers
• Green screen or wall
• Studio Lighting kit

Video cameras, tripods, microphones, a MIDI keyboard and other equipment are available at select recording studios. For availability, call the branch.

Programs & Classes

All programs and classes are free, but registration is required.

Audio recording and editing classes

Learn how to produce your own songs with beginner-friendly software (e.g. Garageband) and more advanced tools. Or learn how to get started podcasting.

Video recording and editing classes

Introduce yourself to video-editing software (e.g. Adobe Premiere, iMovie) and learn how to make use of our green screens.