Sanctuary Coworking is located at 221 Queen Street in Kingston, Ontario. The main entrance can be found on Clergy Street.

Sanctuary Coworking is a shared workspace living within the walls of a converted church. Equipped with semi-private and private offices, as well as meeting rooms and common areas, the space is a live hub for professionals and members of the community.

The event space at Sanctuary Coworking is a medium sized venue, holding up to 80 guests depending on the style and set up. It is the perfect space for a variety of private or public events, such as seminars, workshops, networking socials, conferences, cocktail parties, exercise classes, receptions, and bridal or baby showers.

Our space is very versatile! This means that there are many different options for set up. Recommended setup options include: 1. Standard Layout – 22-30 guests 2. Workshop (w/ tables) – 30 guests 3. Seated Meal – 36 guests 4. Theatre-Style – 48 guests 5. Cocktail– 50 guests 5b. Cocktail (w/ lower mezzanine) – 80 guests See our Event Space Layout Options for more information.

Sanctuary Coworking has two built in mezzanines. The upper mezzanine is the main event space and can hold up to 50 guests. To accommodate more attendees, the connected lower mezzanine can be rented for an additional cost. The lower mezzanine is a great option for catering and bar set up, as it allows for guests to flow throughout the space.

To inquire about booking the event space, simply email events@sanctuarycoworking.ca A member of our SC team will reach out to set up a consultation (phone consultations also work if you are not able to visit the space). Here we will learn about the details of your event and tentatively reserve a date in our calendar.

Sanctuary Coworking will hold a date for 5 days before the deposit is received. After this time, a 50% deposit is required to reserve.

There is no provided parking at Sanctuary Coworking. There are, however, several municipal lots within walking distance and lots of street parking nearby. Check out this handy Parking Map for more information.

Early access to the space can be provided if pre-arranged by the host. This time will be factored into booking and will be charged accordingly.

If the event takes place during the week (Monday-Friday), deliveries (i.e. flowers, catering) can be dropped off during operating hours (8am-5pm). If the event takes place on the weekend (Saturday-Sunday), deliveries can be dropped off during the host’s booking/set-up hours.

Sanctuary Coworking is accessed by stairs leading to the main entrance, the mezzanine (event space) and washrooms. Our space does not have an elevator.

In some cases, we can accommodate events past 12am. Please contact us for more information.

"Prices vary based on event type, date and time. Please contact events@sanctuarycoworking.ca for a quote.

Setup/teardown, furniture (white tables, chairs, couches), WIFI, speaker system (volume controlled by mobile app).

The minimum booking is a half day (4 hours)*. This includes any time required for the host to outfit/decorate the space. *Photoshoots are an exception to this rule as they are charged by the hour with a 1 hour minimum.

Yes, Sanctuary Coworking has many areas that function as beautiful backdrops for lifestyle, wedding or portrait photoshoots. To book your preferred date, contact info@sanctuarycoworking.ca.

The event space is equipped with a built-in projector and a large screen. An HDMI cable and audio jack with av cord are available. If your laptop requires a special adaptor to connect to an HDMI cable, we recommend that you bring this with you to your event.

The event space is equipped with a mounted speaker system. Hosts can: -Connect a device (ex. phone) directly to the system via audio jack -Select an existing playlist through our Spotify account -Create their own Spotify playlist ahead of time to be played at the event

Yes, if you would like to hire a live musician, individual(s) may arrive during setup to arrange any equipment or props. Live music must end by 11pm to meet noise bylaw requirements.

At this time Sanctuary does not have a microphone or podium. These items can be rented from local businesses like Kingston SoundWorks.

Our catering partner is The Grocery Basket. They have been selected for their food quality, customer service standards and contribution to Sanctuary Coworking’s community and values. Visit www.thegrocerybasket.ca for more information on menus or reach out to catering@thegrocerybasket.ca for a quote.

Yes, with venue approval, an alternative caterer can be used. In this case, the caterer must have insurance and will be subject to a 12% landmark fee.

A landmark fee, or commission fee, is a percentage of the total caterer or supplier invoice that is paid to the venue for operating within said venue. This is generally charged to the client on the caterer or vendor invoice, which gets forwarded to the venue.

Yes, there are 2 ways to accommodate this. 1. Through our catering partner: When you book with our catering partner, The Grocery Basket, they can sell/serve alcohol at your event with no additional action required by the host. 2. Arranged by the event host: Alcohol can be served in our venue under a Special Occasions Permit (SOP). If you plan to serve alcohol at your event, you must obtain an SOP online from the Alcohol & Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO). Visit agco.ca to access the application form. Please note that permit applications for public events must be submitted to an LCBO SOP service store at least 30 days before the event takes place. If you are using an outside caterer who has a catering endorsement, they may also be permitted to sell/serve alcoholic beverages. In this case, the caterers must provide the venue with a copy of the catering endorsement 10 days prior to the event. In all cases, the permit must be posted at the event.

Authorization to use friends or volunteers to staff the bar is addressed on a case-by-case basis. Inquire with your event consultant or at events@sanctuarycoworking.ca Please note that bartenders must be SmartServe certified and are not allowed to drink alcohol during the event. We will also require a copy of their SmartServe certificate prior to the event.