Aaniin Community Centre

Business Hub

Looking for a coworking space in Markham?

Whether you’re in need of a place to work, have a meeting or talk with new potential collaborators or clients, we’ve got the space for you! At Aaniin Library you will find a dedicated Business Hub for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Working alongside like-minded people can help your business get off the ground and flourish.

Become a member and take advantage of our bookable meeting room and videoconferencing room. Get a personal mailbox for all your business mail. Attend exclusive networking events and connect with mentors, other business resources, and more!

For more information contact Abdullah Yossofzai, Community Librarian at ayossofzai@markham.library.on.ca or call 905.513.7977 extension 4254.

Community Hub

The Community Hub at Aaniin is a space where community organizations can connect with residents to provide information about a wide range of topics. Some of the topics are health, wellness, employment, seniors, and family services. You can attend a workshop, explore our exciting centre, and be part of the bustling community.

Weekly Office Hours

Partners

• Canadian Mental Health Association
• Carefirst Seniors and Community Services Association
• Chinese Family Services of Ontario
• Centre for Immigrant and Community Services
• Community Legal Clinic of York Region
• Community Living York South
• Family and Credit Counselling Services of York Region
• Hand Over Hand Community Organization
• Heartfulness Meditation
• John Howard Society
• JVS Toronto Employment Source
• Krasman Centre – Wellness & Recovery
• Loxley International Foundation
• Markham African Caribbean Canadian Association
• Markham Arts Council
• Markham Family Health Team
• Markham Stouffville Hospital Adult Diabetes Services
• Middlefield Seniors Club
• Milliken on the Move
• North York General Hospital Centre for Complex Diabetes
• Senior Services Network
• Support Enhance Access Services Centre
• The Housing Help Centre
• YMCA Employment Services
• York Region, Social Services Branch

For more information please contact Carolynn Thompson, Program Supervisor, at cathompson@markham.ca.

Free Community Workshops

To attend a free workshop you can preregister on EZ Reg using the barcode in the schedules below:

February Community Workshops Schedule [PDF]

March Community Workshops Schedule [PDF]

Creation Studio

The Creation Studio is a dedicated space for the community to explore creative pursuits such as painting, crafting, and textile arts. The Creation Studio provides a sense of community for crafters and local makers and a friendly environment to take up knitting, learn sewing and discover your creative self.

Digital Media Library

The Digital Media Lab allows you to explore digital media production with Mac computers and professional software including Adobe Design. Discover your creativity by shooting and editing a short movie or recording and mixing your own music. Digitize slides, photographs or VHS tapes. Try graphic design, stop motion or green screen technology.

Running/Walking Track

A 150-metre track overlooks the gymnasium and is a comfortable, climate controlled environment to make it easy and fun to stay active.

Library

The new Aaniin Library offers the best of traditional library services and new and innovative spaces.  Visit the Library to find a great book to read or movie to watch, to study, research, or use a computer.  You'll also find opportunities to discover new technologies like 3D printing, participate in maker activities, learn coding and other digital skills, or connect with others through our many programs, workshops and events.

While we'd love to see you at our new library you can also visit us online 24/7 to use credible research databases and to borrow from our digital collection - eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, newspapers, movies, graphic novels, music, and comic books. Need help? Bring your tablet or smartphone to the library and we'll show you how to get started.

Joining the library is free if you live, work or go to school in Markham or York Region. Register at any MPL branch with ID that includes your name and current address.

Makerspace

The Makerspace is a place where people gather to share knowledge, learn new technology and “make” in a collaborative and do-it-yourself environment. Explore 3D printing, 3D scanning and laser cutting, experiment with robotics, circuitry, or drones, play with ozobots or Lego Mindstorm. The Makerspace also offers programs and workshops with the help of community experts.

Older Adult Room

The older adult room hosts a range of activities including tai chi, line dancing, card playing, mild mobility exercises and of course, socializing! This warm, bright space overlooks the park and is an ideal setting to connect with other community members.

Swimming Facility

Our aquatics area includes a 25-metre, 6 lane swimming pool with rock climbing wall, a warm 131-square-metre teaching and leisure pool with a current walk, and a whirlpool.

Rental Inquiries: 905.475.4851 extension 4431

Teaching Kitchen

We hope you’re hungry! The aromas wafting from the teaching kitchen will entice many noses to check out what’s cookin’. The kitchen is home to a variety of general and speciality cooking classes for all ages to enjoy.