Makerspace Yk
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada
About Makerspace Yk
Makerspace Yk is a community Makerspace in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada, Canada. it provides open access to digital fabrication tools, electronics labs, and collaborative workspaces for students, educators, entrepreneurs, and independent makers. Members can work with 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, and electronics prototyping equipment to turn ideas into functional prototypes. The space hosts regular STEM workshops, coding sprints, and design thinking sessions that attract talent from across Northwest Territories. Whether you are a first-time maker or a seasoned hardware engineer, Makerspace Yk offers the tools, community, and mentorship needed to build, iterate, and innovate — making it one of the most valuable innovation resources in Canada.
Description
The foundational values of our organization are:
Empowering – Giving people the confidence, skills, tools and space they need to reach their potential;
Innovative – Fostering an environment that encourages people to look at challenges and find solutions in new and different ways;
Inclusive – Committed to removing barriers to access and opening doors for participation to all members of the community; and;
Community-Driven – Listening to and maintaining strong relationships with the membership and meeting the needs of the community.
Who Can Benefit
Students & Researchers
University and school students who want access to fabrication tools, prototyping equipment, and expert mentorship.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Early-stage founders who need a collaborative space to build, test, and iterate on their hardware or software ideas.
Educators & Trainers
Teachers and trainers who want to run practical STEM workshops, coding bootcamps, or design sprints for their cohorts.
Independent Makers
Hobbyists, artists, and independent inventors who need access to tools and a community of like-minded creators.