Burlington Repair Cafe
Fix, Renew, Sustain Together
Join the Burlington Repair Cafe, where community and sustainability come together. Bring your broken household items and work with our skilled volunteers to repair and reuse—keeping waste out of landfill, one item at a time. Confirm your spot at our next event and be part of the change.
About Us
Celebrating our 7th anniversary in May 2026, Burlington Repair Cafe has grown from a small group of four volunteers fixing just three items into a thriving monthly event. Since 2019, our volunteer “fixers” have repaired over 1,500 items with a 65% success rate. Due to strong demand, we introduced a reservation system in 2024, and now regularly repair around 40 items during each four-hour session.
The Repair Cafe movement began in the Netherlands 17 years ago and has expanded to over 3,000 locations worldwide, including more than 30 across Canada—all dedicated to extending the life of everyday items and reducing waste.
With support from Halton Region and Rotary Club grants, we’re expanding in 2026 with new Repair Cafes in Oakville and Halton Hills.
Event Schedule
Join us on an upcoming Saturday at Burlington Repair Cafe!
Bring It - Fix It - For Free!
Our next event will be:
Sat. April 18. 10am -2pm at St. Christopher's Church,
662 Guelph Line, Burlington
Upcoming events:
Repair Cafe Oakville on Wed. April 22 between 2-4pm at Film.ca Cinema, 171 Speers Road, Oakville.
Sat. April 25 - Repair Cafe Burlington, Burlington Public Library 2-4pm
Sat. May 2 - Repair Cafe Oakville - Church of Incarnation, Oakville, noon to 3pm
Sat. May 16 - Repair Cafe Burlington, St. Christopher's Church, Burlington 10-2pm
Sat. May 30 - Repair Cafe Acton - Roxy Centre 6 Mill Street 10-2pm
Sat. June 6 - Repair Cafe Oakville - Oakville Town Hall 10-2pm
Sat. June 27 - Repair Cafe St. Christopher's Church Burlington 10-2pm
Our Repair Cafe Services
Recently Added - Textile Repair
Mend tears or replace buttons on your favorite clothes, bags with the help of our sewing volunteers. Keep your wardrobe sustainable.
Our volunteers are skilled in mending and repairing clothing, bags, and other fabric items. Bring your torn garments and let us help you extend their lifespan. Simple repairs please. For alterations or major sewing we suggest you take them to an alteration shop. There are many in town.
Small Item/Appliance Repair
Bring your broken toasters, irons, and lamps for expert repair by our skilled volunteers. We help extend the life of your household items at no cost.
Our skilled volunteers provide repair services for various small household appliances and items, ensuring they are restored to working order, keeping them out of the landfill site. You stay, watch, learn and even help with the repair.
What we don't fix
We don't fix items with a circuit board, tvs, computers, cell phones, power tools, lawn mowers, power sprayers, sewing machines or items that others fix for a living. It's always best to email us, tell us what you'd like to bring in and schedule an appointment at our next event.
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Repair Cafe Team
Some of our Volunteer "Fixers".
We have skilled volunteer repair technicians passionate about community sustainability, specializing in fixing household items and appliances to help reduce waste.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if my item cannot be repaired?
If an item cannot be repaired, our volunteers will explain the reasons and may provide advice on responsible disposal or alternative solutions.
What is the Burlington Repair Cafe?
The Burlington Repair Cafe is a small non-profit organization run by volunteers in Burlington, Ontario. We hold monthly repair events to help community members fix their broken household items and reduce waste.
Is there a cost to have my items repaired?
Repairs are usually done at no cost, thanks to our dedicated volunteers. We aim to keep the service free to encourage sustainability and community involvement.
Burlington Repair Cafe: Reviving Community, Reducing Waste
Our Mission and Community Spirit
Burlington Repair Cafe is a passionate, volunteer-run non-profit organization based in Burlington, Ontario. Our mission is to foster community connections and promote sustainability by hosting monthly repair events. One Saturday a month, we welcome residents to bring their broken or damaged household items—excluding electronics—such as toasters, irons, lamps, and other small appliances to our local church venue. Here, our skilled volunteers generously offer their expertise to repair and restore these items, usually free of charge.
Expertise and Services Offered
Our team of dedicated volunteers comes from diverse backgrounds, bringing a wealth of knowledge in appliance repair and handiwork. We pride ourselves on our ability to troubleshoot and fix a variety of common household items, helping clients save money and reduce waste. Through hands-on repair sessions, we empower individuals to understand how to maintain their belongings better, extending their life and usability. This personalized approach not only supports sustainability but also strengthens community bonds.
Join Us in Making a Difference
By choosing to repair rather than discard, you contribute to reducing the global waste problem and help lessen the environmental footprint locally. We encourage all Burlington residents to participate in our Repair Cafe events, confirm their attendance through our website, and become part of this meaningful movement. Together, we can give new life to cherished possessions and build a more sustainable future, one repair at a time.
Contact us to register for an upcoming Repair event
We ask you to pre-register using the form below. This will allow us to be advise if we can repair your item, and provide a specific appointment time. Please check the schedule of upcoming events, and let us know which repair cafe date you'd like to attend.