Rentals/Private Workshops

Studio Rental

The Visual Arts Centre offers short-term studio rentals for personal projects. Our studios are equipped with chairs, tables, stools, easels and a sink. A projection screen is available on request. Unfortunately, most studios are not wheelchair accessible. There is no elevator in the building.

Please note that we do not host independent art exhibitions in our studios.

Prices are offered on a sliding scale (prices do not include taxes):

• $100/day for teachers, students, and members of the Visual Arts Centre for personal use (not groups)
• $200/day for artists and OBNL organizations
• $100/hour or $600/whole day for for-profit companies

Gallery Rental

The gallery is available outside opening hours as an event venue for off-site meetings, receptions, business launches, and other private and corporate events. The main gallery space (860 ft2) and front vitrine gallery space (600-ft2) can accommodate groups of up to 75 people standing. Rental rates are $200/hr or $800/day (8 hrs).

Please note that we do not host independent art exhibitions through the gallery rental option.

School Group WORKSHOPS

Discover our inspiring and tailored artistic experiences for your class or group.

Your class can spend the day in our stimulating, state-of-the-art studios; learning a new skill and creating something special. 

We offer custom programming (full or half-day) in a variety of mediums, disciplines, and techniques. Additionally, a free guided tour at McClure Gallery, our on-site art space, can be structured into the day. 

Requests can be sent to: info@visualartscentre.ca.

Please make sure to include:

Please allow 3-5 business days for a detailed response.

Corporate Team Building WORKSHOPS

Art workshops are a great opportunity for team building, stress relief, and a creative outlet for everyone to enjoy. 

Proceeds we collect from corporate/private workshops get directly redistributed into our ARTReach program, allowing more people to have access to enriching art education. 

Requests can be sent to: info@visualartscentre.ca.

Please make sure to include:

Please allow 3-5 business days for a detailed response.