Carleton University, Conference Services
Event Types Welcomed
About
Located in Ottawa, Ontario (Canada), Carleton University Conference Services provides a year-round conference and meeting venue. In addition, our campus has accommodations for groups of all sizes with our 3,000 guestrooms available from mid-May to mid-August for overnight visitors. Our event professionals can assist with coordinating the details of your event such as booking spaces and securing additional services such as audio-visual logistics, room setup, parking, and décor. Guests are invited to relax in our beautiful parkland setting, nestled between the scenic Rideau River and the Rideau Canal. Dining is available at our all-you-can-eat dining hall, the Caf, and conference guests can experience our gourmet a-la-carte catering customized to meet the needs of any special event!
Many of our conference rooms are newly constructed and are part of state-of-the-art buildings that feature floor to ceiling windows, modern flare, and can accommodate up to 300 guests. Classrooms and lecture halls can accommodate from 10 to 400 people. Other features of Carleton University facilities include:
- 4,000 square feet of exhibit space and over 30,0000 square feet of combined meeting space
- Campus classrooms and lectures halls
- Teleconferencing, satellite conferencing and Internet connectivity
- Full-service audio-visual
- Full-service catering
- Pool, athletic facilities, parks, and numerous outdoor spaces
- Approximately (10 minutes) to downtown Ottawa
From seminars to workshops to training, our professional conference planning team will centrally coordinate all arrangements with our Ottawa area campus partners. Our enthusiastic conference assistants provide continual support and personalized assistance from the early preparatory stages of your conference until the closing banquet.
Take a virtual tour of our spaces today visit Richcraft Hall, Residence Commons and our Summer Accommodations in the links below.
- Richcraft Hall https://virtualtour.carleton.ca/carleton/richcraft-hall-tour
- Residence Commons https://virtualtour.carleton.ca/carleton/residence-commons-tour
- Summer Accommodations https://virtualtour.carleton.ca/carleton/summer-accommodations-tour
Meeting & Event Spaces
Fenn Lounge
Fenn Lounge is a large open conference space located on the second floor of Residence Commons, capable of accommodating 400 people. From banquet to theatre style, Fenn Lounge can be configured into any style you require. Fenn Lounge is equipped with modern audiovisual equipment, including projectors and sound system. This space is commonly used for lectures, panels, receptions and banquets. This split level space is versatile and contemporary, making it the ideal place to hold your event.
Richcraft Hall
Richcraft Hall is designed with an open concept, allowing light into a popular meeting space, the Atrium. In addition to this signature open space, there are many other notable spaces such as Richcraft Conference Rooms , Richcraft Theatre, and the Richcraft Hall Board of Governors Boardroom.
Residence Commons Conference
Located in the newest expansion of the Residence Commons building, rooms 270, 272, and 274 are open space rooms that can be divided into 3 seperate sections with airwalls. Floor to ceiling windows allow for lots of natural light, and this space includes a foyer by the main entrance. This room has a carpeted floor and also has washrooms connected to the room. These rooms can used as a theatre, classroom, U-shape, boardroom, reception, or banquet space.
Azrieli Theatre
The Azrieli Theatre is home to four seperate 200+ capacity theatres. Fully equipped with a Data Projector, Wireless Microphone and Lapelle Mic, Interactive Desktop Monitor, Laptop Connections (VGA, HDMI), Assistive Listening Devices, and Wheelchair Accessibility, the Azrieli Theatres are able to accommodate your lecture or conference needs.
St. Patrick's Theatre
Upgraded in 2014, St Patrick’s Theatre has state-of-the-art technology, furnished with two microperforated screens – a large one for viewing films and a smaller one to facilitate simultaneous projection and chalkboard use. Surround sound speakers can be positioned behind both to emit sound through the screens for true voice positioning. With brand new seating and a new height adjustable podium, the upgraded theatre is a more than ideal classroom!
Alumni Park
A beautiful outdoor setting adjacent to the Rideau River.
Anniversary Park
Easily accessible outdoor space catering for up to 500 people.
Tory Building Quad
Pleasant outdoor space with informal bench seating at the heart of campus.
General Classrooms
We have a number of classroom spaces available across campus and in a variety of sizes.
Minto Bell Theatre
Located off of Campus avenue, the Minto Theatre is a 400-seat lecture theatre that offers the latest in audio-visual equipment. The Minto Theatre has first class accessibility accomodation with Assistive Listening Device, Closed Caption Viewing, Wheelchair Accessible, and Door Opener functionality.
Food & Beverage Options
Other Dining Locations
Visitors to Carleton University are welcome to take advantage of our other dining locations across campus. From Tim Hortons, Subway, and Starbucks we have many options to cater to your every need on campus. See our full list of locations here: http://dining.carleton.ca/locations/
Bakers Restaurant
Bakers is a full service restaurant located on the 4th floor University Centre. Bakers features a seasonal menu crafted by our team of Sous Chefs and is overseen by our Catering Chef Toni Kadamani. Bakers’ offers a variety of $6 breakfast options untill 10:30am, perfect for a business meeting or getting together with friends and family. We also serve a full lunch menu plus a buffet every Friday.
the Caf
Located on the 3rd Floor Residence Commons, the caf, is an all-you-care-to-eat facility, and offers 14 unique stations that offer a wide variety of food choices to our students. Many of the stations are set up to prepare food right in front of your eyes! The caf offers a wide variety of meals that rotate on a regular basis.
Catering options
Classic Fare Catering
Whether you need simple refreshments for a coffee break or catering services for 1000 guests, Classic Fare Catering from Carleton University Dining Services will impress your guests. With seasonal specials, fresh ingredients and an extensive menu, Classic Fare Catering will be the highlight of your event.
Fresh Food Company
Located on the 3rd Floor of Residence Commons, the Fresh Food Company offers an all-you-care-to-eat experience for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Always cooked fresh and managed by our talented team of chefs, The Fresh Food Company provides a fresh take on dining.
Accommodations
Overnight Room Attributes
Traditional Style Dorm Rooms
Our traditional dorm rooms consist of two single beds per room which share a washroom with the adjoining room. All rooms are air conditioned and are furnished with two desks & chairs.
Suites
Our suites consist of two or four bedrooms which share a common area and private washroom. All suites are air conditioned and are equipped with a microwave and fridge.
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Venue Location + Transportation
Address
1125 Colonel By Drive,
172 Residence Commons,
Ottawa, Ontario K1S 5B6
172 Residence Commons,
Ottawa, Ontario K1S 5B6
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Nearby Airport
- Ottawa International - 10 minutes
Nearby International Airport
- Ottawa International - 10 minutes
Parking
- Onsite Parking: Yes
- Car Charging Stations: Yes
Nearby Cities
Montreal – 200 kilometers/124 miles|Toronto – 450 kilometers/280 miles|Syracuse – 312 kilometers/194 miles|Upstate New York – 100 kilometers/62 miles
Things to Know
Catering
- Must Use In-house Catering: Yes
- External Catering Allowed: No
- Cultural Catering Available: Yes
- Food and Beverage Onsite: Yes
Technology
At Carleton University, many of our meeting facilities are equipped for teleconferencing, satellite conferencing, internet connectivity, and full audio-visual services. Printing, photocopying, telephone, and fax services are also available.
- Guest Wi-Fi: Free
- Onsite Tech Support: Yes
- Wi-Fi in meeting space: Yes
- Equipment Available On-Site:
- Projector Screen
- Microphones
- Sound System
Venue Policies
- Alcohol Consumption: Yes
- Smoking Permitted: no
- Cannabis Consumption: No
- ADA Accessible: Yes
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