Fourteen years ago, a small group of builders on Innovation Alley set out to create a space where anyone could prototype, test, and build big ideas. Today, the North Forge FabLab has become Canada’s largest fabrication lab thats publicly accesible, supporting founders, engineers, and innovators from coast to coast. To celebrate 14 years of making, here are 14 FabLab facts you (probably) didn’t know. 1. AssentWorks Opened on October 27, 2011 It all began in a modest Winnipeg w

Advancements in Additive Manufacturing (AM, also known as 3D printing) increasingly enable companies to move beyond prototyping to end-product manufacturing. Here are some areas to consider

North Forge is thrilled to announce a new addition to the Bockstael Carpentry Room at the North Forge FabLab — the Mast-R-Lift II router...

Ava Foster (far right) shows students in her Women & Gender-Diverse carpentry class how to safely operate equipment. North Forge’s February cohort is full, but those interested in future cohorts can join a waitlist on their website. PHOTO BY NORTH FORGE When North Forge teamed up with the Manitoba Construction Sector Council (MCSC) and Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) to launch a women and gender-diverse carpentry workshop, they had no idea just how quickly demand wo

We were delighted to host Honourable Minister Mike Moroz, Manitoba’s new Minister of Innovation and New Technology, for an exclusive tour of

As Global Entrepreneurship Month approaches, it’s the perfect time to spotlight how an entrepreneurial mindset can begin early. The Met...

When metal meets flame, it undergoes a transformation as dramatic as the creative process itself. At North Forge FabLab™, this synergy of...

After successfully opening her Winnipeg store last fall, Crystal now provides workshops for the local maker community in addition to ...

This central location hosts several events for makers, artists and entertainers with events such as Nuit Blanche, Jazz Fest and the Fringe.

North Forge FabLab is using VR safety training developed with Bit Space Development and funded by WCB Manitoba to create a safer, smarter makerspace.

The North Forge FabLab adds the Calibry 3D Scanner to its lineup, giving members access to professional-grade 3D scanning and modeling technology.

Learn how Christopher Kematch used the North Forge Indigenous Entrepreneurship Scholarship and the Fabrication Lab to launch a series of cultural prototypes, including a modernized dream catcher.

Barkman Concrete shares how the North Forge FabLab™ helped them prototype faster, save on costs, and drive product innovation.

Artist Ava Foster shares how the North Forge FabLab helped her transition from a passionate maker to a full-time entrepreneur.

AquaHive is transforming mine-water management through smart monitoring and real-time data, made possible with critical support from North Forge.

Meet John Haché, a longtime North Forge FabLab™ member whose passion for mechanical puzzles has taken him around the world—and made him a local mentor in Winnipeg’s maker scene.

Northstar Robotics is tackling the agriculture labor gap with retrofit kits that turn conventional farm machinery into autonomous vehicles. Developed with support from North Forge, their technology is redefining how we think about farming by making it smarter, more efficient, and better equipped for the future.

PPG Technologies, a Winnipeg-based hardware and software firm, credits the North Forge FabLab for transforming their prototyping process. By gaining access to in-house PCB equipment, the team dramatically reduced costs and development time, allowing them to test, refine, and launch new products with speed and precision.

Scam Skate founders Joel Baker and Gavin Barrett scaled their longboard and apparel brand with help from the North Forge FabLab. From a garage in Portage la Prairie to a downtown Winnipeg shop, their journey shows how makers turn ideas into real businesses.