Alan Emmott Centre Facility Details
Dating back to the early 1900s, Alan Emmott presents an impressive, open-concept floor plan, expansive windows and charming space for your next event. With a picture-perfect backdrop, this old-fashioned schoolhouse presents a truly unique venue for your important gathering.
Basic Information
Our upper floor offers 3,000 square feet and seating for 150 guests.
The Parks Patrol locks up the hall at 11:00 pm at the latest as it is a residential area, which means the event/meeting needs to end around 10:30 pm at the latest.
It is essential to book the time according to your building access time, not your event time.
Rates
It is $127.09/hour and a minimum of 5 rental hours. All rates and fees are listed in the Booking Request Form.
The rental fee includes the use of the hall, all furniture and room setup; tax and staffing are excluded.
If you want to inquire about the NPO rate, please contact Cindy Han at [email protected]. We will require a copy of the most recently filed Certificate of Incorporation and List of Directors.
Furniture and Equipment
Our furniture and equipment details are in the Set up information sheet.
We do not offer linens, decorations, dishes, or catering supplies; no stage is available.
Serving Alcohol
If you plan on serving alcohol, please ensure the correct liability insurance is applied to your permit.
The person serving the alcohol (who cannot be the organizer or guest) must also be certified with a Serving It Right Certificate. You must also obtain a Special Event Permit online.
Catering
You can bring in your own food. However, per the Fraser Health Department, our kitchen is not licensed for cooking on-site. Cooking, baking, or BBQing in the building or outside is strictly prohibited.
The City of Burnaby also offers catering services. For date availabilities, pricing and menus, please contact catering@burnaby.ca or 604-205-3026.
AV Equipment
We have an 82” Samsung Smart TV ($25 for rent), a wired microphone, and a stand-alone Bose speaker system at no extra charge. The custodian will give you the remote to the TV if it is rented.
Handicap Lift
There is a limited-application lift with 34” X 48” cab dimensions. Due to the building's heritage, a bigger lift was not installed.
Parking
There are 12 parking spots in our lot, including 2 handicapped ones. There is also free street parking on Southoaks Cres and Beresford Street, which has a sidewalk to the building.
Payment
Once we receive your signed permit, the $250 deposit and full payment will be due immediately to secure the date. Payment may be made with a VISA, MasterCard, or American Express over the phone or with a Debit Card in person.
