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Junior Farmer's Building

Main Hall 

At a glance

  • Size: 4,500 sq. ft.
  • Capacity: Up to 300 people
  • Type: Indoor
  • Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Description
The Junior Farmers’ Building is a spacious indoor facility well suited for a variety of community, private, and corporate events. Its flexible layout and on-site amenities allow it to accommodate both social gatherings and formal functions.

Common Uses

  • Wedding receptions and Buck & Does
  • Birthday celebrations
  • Corporate events and large meetings
  • Seminars and information sessions
  • Fundraisers and shows

Features & Amenities

  • Tables and chairs included
  • Access to a certified commercial kitchen
  • Clean washroom facilities
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance and interior

Rental Rates

  • Weekend (Friday/Saturday): $600
  • Weekday: $350
  • Refundable security deposit: $300

Commercial Kitchen

At a glance

  • Type: Indoor
  • Certification: Health-inspected and certified facility

Description
The Commercial Kitchen is a fully equipped, health-inspected and certified facility available for rental. It can be booked on its own and is suitable for a range of food-related uses, from meal preparation to instructional sessions.

Common Uses

  • Large-scale meal preparation for events
  • Canning and food preservation sessions
  • Cooking classes and demonstrations

Rental Rates

  • Rental rate: $200
  • Security deposit: $100

Board / Learning Commons

At a glance

  • Recommended capacity: Up to 40 people
  • Type: Indoor

Description
The Board / Learning Commons is a smaller indoor space designed for meetings, learning-based activities, and intimate gatherings. Its size and layout make it well suited for groups seeking a quieter, more focused setting.

Common Uses

  • Meetings
  • Workshops and training sessions
  • Baby and bridal showers
  • Family gatherings and small parties

Rental Rates

  • Event rate: $175
  • Hourly rate: $75

CIBC Auditorium

At a glance

  • Type: Indoor
  • Ceiling height: 20 ft (up to 28 ft at peak)
  • Heating: Heated, suitable for year-round use
  • Access: 15 ft × 15 ft vehicular access door
  • Power: 360 amps portable electrical service (110/220V)
  • Parking: On-site parking available; additional camping rental available

Description
The CIBC Auditorium is a large, multipurpose indoor venue designed to accommodate major events, exhibitions, and large-scale gatherings. With high ceilings, vehicular access, and robust electrical capacity, the space supports a wide range of event formats and production needs.

Common Uses

  • Sporting events
  • Weddings and receptions
  • Corporate events and conventions
  • Fundraisers, trade shows, and home shows
  • RV, bike, and auto shows
  • Arts, cultural, and entertainment events

Features & Amenities

  • Large multipurpose event space
  • Vehicular access for load-in and load-out
  • Tables and chairs
  • Ticket offices
  • Washroom facilities

     

Rental Rates

  • Rental fee: $1,500
  • Refundable security deposit: $500