For business or pleasure, Lakehead University's Hotel and Conference Centre welcomes you.

Planning an event or conference? Let our experts handle the details and give your guests the attention they deserve.

Our centrally located campus, functional facilities and technological services, delicious food, and professional planning come together to ensure your function is a memorable success.

Contact Information: orillia.confserv@lakeheadu.ca  or call 705-330-4010, ext 3003

Conferences, Meetings and Events

Our fully equipped facility features various meeting spaces and overnight accommodations to suit your needs, nestled on our beautiful campus.

  • 18,000 square feet of meeting space

  • Reception and meeting spaces for 10 to 300 attendees

  • Audio-visual services and teleconferencing services

  • On-site accommodation and parking for 240 guests

  • On-site dining and catering

  • Room types and capacities:

    • 4 x classrooms with capacity of 60
    • 1 x classroom/large workshop room with capacity of 50 (moveable furniture)
    • 1 x small classroom/workshop room with capacity of 40 (moveable furniture)
    • 3 x classrooms with capacity of 40
    • 1 x lecture hall with capacity of 120
    • 1 x large lecture hall with capacity of 200
    • Open Commons space for large events with capacity ~ 150 
    • Dining Hall with capacity of 200

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large lecture hall

Dining, Cocktail and Receptions

  • In-house coordinator (on-site during event)
  • Wide selection of hours d'oeuvres
  • Buffet or plated three or four-course meals
  • Bar service (open, host or cash)
  • Decorations (centrepieces, table linens, chair covers)
  • Discounted overnight accommodation (min. 10 rooms)
  • All inclusive packages available

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Guest Rooms and Amenities

 

Whether here for a short visit, extended stay, or for your full conference needs, consider staying on our campus. We're proud to offer:

  • 240 modern, private rooms equipped with one double bed and mini fridge

  • Air-conditioned rooms, elevator access

  • Complimentary parking and wireless internet

  • 24/7 security

  • On-site laundry ($)

  • Common lounge on each floor with kitchenette and satellite television

 

residence room

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