AMS Lending Library

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Save money and the environment when you borrow from the AMS Lending Library. Envision a world where the pursuit of adventure and creativity coexist with environmental sustainability and financial responsibility. This vision underlies the lending library, a groundbreaking, volunteer-led initiative here at UBC. In a global landscape marred by rampant consumerism and excessive waste, the lending library emerges as a beacon of hope; a pragmatic, affordable, and eco-conscious solution, empowering UBC students, faculty, and staff to indulge in their interests while reducing their environmental impact.

In the face of rampant consumerism and environmental concerns, the AMS Lending Library takes a more responsible and conscientious approach. By offering a low-cost, accessible and eco-friendly alternative to conventional purchasing, it’s forging a path toward a sustainable and equitable future for the UBC community.

The Lending Library has a wide variety of items for rent, please see our full equipment catalogue below.

Equipment Catalogue

Additional Information

All items can be rented for a maximum of 7 days, if the item is kept for more than 7 days appropriate fees will be charged upon return.
If any items are not returned or are returned in a damaged state the price to replace the item will be charged to you.

Office hours are located in the AMS Clubs Commons Space (Between El Cartel and the PIT) and provide an opportunity for students to ask how the AMS can support their student-led sustainability projects or general inquiries about lending equipment. For any questions or assistance please email crc@ams.ubc.ca.

The Lending Library is open for pickup and drop-off Monday to Friday, 1-4pm