From creative brainstorming sessions to receptions for up to 100, The Metcalfe creates a genuinely authentic experience. We’re not just another venue: guests love our historic location in downtown Ottawa, and our reputation as a natural gathering place for the community. With seamless technology, a variety of Ottawa meeting rooms, and staff who take pride in providing personal service, we create events that are seamless and worry-free. Best of all, we’re ideally situated just minutes from Parliament Hill, and steps from everywhere you want to be.
With our central location and historic but modern décor, we’re the ideal place for wedding events such as rehearsal dinners, bridal parties and brunches. Guests love our modern, homey accommodations, perfect if you need a block of rooms. And with the abundance of natural light in our lobby, The Metcalfe makes a great spot for wedding photography. Just let us know how we can help you create your dream wedding.
At 272 square feet, this is a spacious but intimate space, and an excellent place for creative brainstorming sessions or small board meetings of up to eight people. It’s named in recognition of Thomas McKay, sometimes considered one of the founding fathers of Ottawa. Check out the room’s beveled glass doors: they’re restored from our original century-old building.
This is a favourite of guests: floor-to-ceiling windows overlook downtown’s busy Metcalfe Street, creating an inspirational view for meetings and events. Located on the second floor, the 360-sq.-ft. is named after John Rudolphus Booth, a lumber baron who contributed to the prosperity and growth of Ottawa. The Booth Room is perfect for up to 24 people in classroom or banquet style seating. Plus it has a private washroom, so it’s ideal for use as a hospitality room.
Named after Henry Franklin Bronson, a respected member of Ottawa society, the Bronson Room is ideal for larger groups or small conferences. At 600 square feet, it accommodates up to 32 people in banquet-style seating. Plus there are windows that open, so you can bring in fresh air and the sounds of the city. There’s also a spacious area outside the room where delegates can take a break and spread out into the main lobby.
Edwards, the owner of a local lumber mill, would later become a Liberal MP. He was also at one time the proprietor and resident of 24 Sussex Drive, until his death in 1946. As of 1951, it would officially become the residence of the Prime Minister of Canada.
