Temps Libre is a coworking that is run as a coop rather than a business, and it features a completely free work space available to anyone - as in totally free, you are welcome to work here without needing to purchase or consume. Feels like a chill industrial warm creative cafe but with a difference: No bill at the end for sharing the space. I was there for a meeting today and just loved the vibe.
Members of the coop can have official desk space in the big bright back area lined with windows where lots of socially minded businesses are hatching plans to save the world. In the front rooms, open to all, there is a big communal table and lots of smaller cafe tables, a free mini library, and other techy cool projects by members - like the Manivelle touch screen that connects you to the digital archives of Montreal's libraries! There is a side area with a stage and sound system, perfect for presentations, readings, etc. There is by-donation coffee, and a volunteer receptionist chilling and answering questions. There is an overall vibe of people caring for each other and getting shit done. C'est great. read more