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Book Your Event

Once you have confirmed that your date(s) are available (using the form above), please fill out the event booking form (below) with as much information as you can.   Use your best judgement as to which rooms/services you require.  Final rental amounts will be invoiced to you

Payments

  • For events under $150, payment in full is required to confirm your booking.
  • For events over $150,  a 50% down payment is required to confirm your booking.
  • The balance is due 7 days prior to your event.
  • Any additional charges incurred during the event will be due at the event's conclusion.
Payment may be made by:
  • e-mail money transfer to [email protected]  (Question: Where is the Boxcar? Answer: emerald)
  • cash, credit or debit in person at the Community Centre on Friday 6pm-10pm 
  • credit card by phone 902-888-9616 (weekends/evenings). ​

Cancellation Policy

  • A cancellation received up to six months prior to your event will receive a 100% refund of your payment.
  • A cancellation received less than six months prior to your event will receive a 75% refund of your payment.

 Rental rates

Every event has its own unique features and requirements, however you can get a rough idea of estimated rental costs by checking out our sample event rental guide. Remember, always contact us for details on your specific requirements & costs.
Sample rental rates (subject to change)
WEDDING   (estimate only)           $1,600. + HST (Catering extra)
ANNIVERSARY                                     $225. + HST(Catering/Bar extra)
MEETING - Banquet Room            $225. + HST(Catering/Bar extra)
KIDS BIRTHDAY (studio)                 $75. + HST
BRIDAL/BABY SHOWER                $100. + HST
BENEFIT/FUNDRAISER                    Contact us


KITCHEN/FOOD SERVICE:
  • Our catering contacts:  Coreen Pickering 902-439-7794 or Bev Campbell 902-432-4033 or Elaine Locke 902-439-0663 [email protected]  No kitchen rental  charge
  • If using your own caterer, typical kitchen rental is $125. + HST for full use. This will be added to your rental. 
  • Kitchen must be cleaned before leaving. 
  • Kitchen only rental (with no event) is $25/hour + HST with a minimum rental of 3 hours. The user must provide proof of a FOOD PREMISE LICENSE prior to the event to gain access to the kitchen. 
  • There also must be at least one person in the kitchen at all times of food preparation who has successfully completed the FOOD SAFETY COURSE offered by Environmental Health. Register for upcoming courses here. Certificate(s) must be posted in the kitchen during your event. 
  • rates are subject to change
  • questions? ask us at [email protected]

Our rental spaces / services

Banquet Room - capacity 200 (130-150 with tables)
Boxcar Pub - capacity 60 (with tables)
Studio - capacity 80 - lower level  includes kitchenette
Meeting Room - capacity 20 - lower level includes kitchenette Boardroom - capacity 10-12 
​Bar Service - $34/hour for events over 50 guests, $17./hour under 50 guests - Plus 1 hour for bar setup & cleanup. (included in the above rental prices)

Wine/beer regulations

65. All liquor sold or kept for sale by a licensee (Emerald Community Centre) shall be purchased from or through the Commission and shall be dispensed from the original container in which it is purchased. (EC704/75) 
All beer and wine must be purchased through our bar. You can not bring your own under any circumstance.

We want your special day to go off without a hitch, but be advised that drinking in the parking lot or bringing alcohol into/out of the facility will result in the early closing of your wedding or event. Any fines issued by PEILCC will be the responsibility of the renter. 
Please Note: once you press submit, this form will disappear and you will see a "thank you" message at the bottom of the screen.  You will not be able to re-open the form. We will usually confirm receipt of your booking within 48 hours and we will issue a preliminary invoice within a few weeks.