With the backing of two major local organizations, there are high hopes for a non-profit makerspace aimed at West Islanders with a penchant for do-it-yourself projects or who are hoping to learn handy skills.
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FabZone offers high-tech equipment and manual tools at its recently opened workspace at Pointe-Claire Plaza on St-Jean Blvd. near Highway 20. FabZone staff and volunteers, including schoolteachers, will provide guidance on using the various tools.
“It’s all about building community and getting other people to come in and discuss what projects they are working on or to share their knowledge,” FabZone executive director Katy Johnston said.
The aim was to set up a space that wasn’t intimidating for people — from any skill level — who are eager to learn and share their…