CANADIAN MUSEUM OF HUMAN RIGHTS WINNIPEG Overview: The world’s first museum dedicated to the evolution, celebration and future of human rights is an architectural marvel. With its 328-ft.-high Israel Asper Tower of Hope and 1,335 panes of glass on the facade resembling the folded wings of a dove, this iconic structure rises dramatically against the Winnipeg skyline. The museum offers several diverse and versatile event spaces, from the Bonnie & John Buhler Hall that seats 500 theatre-style to the Tower of Hope featuring 360-degree views, ideal for intimate dinners for 12. Great for: Galas, awards ceremonies, executive dinners, meetings and presentations. Planning notes: Wow! Catering is the exclusive in-house team; classrooms with microphones, speakers, projectors and screens; boardroom with video conferencing capabilities; trusted vendor referrals for decor, AV and furniture; fully accessible. humanrights.ca CULTURAL GEMS BEYOND STUDIO BELL CALGARY Overview: Home to the National Music Centre, Studio Bell is a gathering place for musical innovation, culture and education. It boasts four Canadian Music Halls of Fame, over 2,000 rare artifacts, five floors of interactive exhibits and a striking design that draws inspiration from acoustic instruments. Event spaces include the 265-seat Performance Hall, Canada Music Square that hosts 200 for cocktails, East Village Skybridge that accommodates 100 for banquets and several meeting rooms, with full buyouts for 1,500-person receptions. Great for: Seminars, cocktail receptions, screenings and product launches. Planning notes: Rentals include an event host, event tech and security; customizable lighting; piped-in background music; meeting rooms offer Wi-Fi and plug-and-play technology; catering provided by on-site restaurant, The King Eddy, or Studio Bell’s preferred caterers. studiobell.ca NATIONAL ARTS CENTRE OTTAWA Overview: The National Arts Centre (NAC) in downtown Ottawa is a hub for the performing arts, showcasing a diverse range of programming—from the NAC Orchestra, popular music and dance, to English, French and Indigenous theatre—while inspiring new generations of artists and audiences. Gathering spaces are adorned with bright, natural light and views of Parliament Hill and other landmarks through generous windows—Canada Room, overlooking the Rideau Canal, is the largest space, accommodating 1,500 for receptions, while the Al Zaibak Lantern Room, with dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows that extend across multiple levels, can host 72 for seated dinners. Great for: Cocktail receptions, presentations, galas, conferences, meetings and seminars. Planning notes: Dedicated event coordinators; on-site catering; high-bandwidth Wi-Fi; AV partner is Encore; podiums; on-site underground parking. nac-cna.ca RCMP HERITAGE CENTRE REGINA Overview: Offering immersive exhibits, virtual experiences and live programming, the RCMP Heritage Centre brings visitors on a journey through the history of the RCMP, from its origins as the North-West Mounted Police in 1873 to modern-day Mounties. This iconic glass and Tyndall Stone building, designed to appear as a sinking and rising landscape, has several event spaces, including the SGI Canada Theatre with 124 seats and two wheelchair bays and the Heritage Room, which is flooded with natural light and accommodates 250 guests. Great for: Lectures, musical performances, receptions, banquets and awards ceremonies. Planning notes: Theatre has a 10 ft. x 16 ft. HD LED screen; computer and speakers available; the venue has a list of preferred caterers; accessible. rcmphc.com UNIQUE VENUES REPORT Photo: Jaxi Barton Spring 2025 | Ignitemag.ca | 59
