See What Makes the Rogers Centre Ottawa Extraordinary
The Rogers Centre Ottawa — Canada’s Meeting Place — is an internationally renowned convention centre located on the Rideau Canal in downtown Ottawa. With bold, modern design, a naturally lit interior, and magnificent views, the Rogers Centre Ottawa offers an unparalleled and environmentally responsible setting for conventions, conferences, meetings and exhibits of any size.
What is the Rogers Centre Ottawa Recognized for?
A LEED Certified Convention Centre
The Rogers Centre Ottawa is a sustainable event venue proudly recognized with LEED Gold Certification for its commitment to energy efficiency, environmental responsibility, and sustainable building design. This internationally recognized certification reflects our dedication to creating more sustainable events.
Gold Certified in Quality Standards from AIPIC
The Rogers Centre Ottawa is part of an exclusive group of convention centres worldwide to have achieved Gold Certification in Quality Standards from the International Association of Congress Centres (AIPC).
Our Facilities Overview
What event rental facilities are available at the Rogers Centre Ottawa?
The Rogers Centre Ottawa offers four levels of flexible event rental facilities designed to accommodate meetings, conferences, trade shows, exhibitions, galas, and weddings.
- Level One – Eight meeting rooms, an executive boardroom, coat room, kitchen studio, and direct indoor access to parking.
- Level Two – Fifteen meeting rooms, a 19,806 sq. ft. pre-function area, dedicated show office, corporate business centre, coat room, and indoor connections to The Westin Ottawa and CF Rideau Centre.
- Level Three – A large, column-free multipurpose hall that accommodates up to 5,000 guests theatre-style, 2,940 banquet guests, or 400 10′ × 10′ exhibitor booths, making it ideal for conferences, trade shows, and large-scale events.
- Level Four – An elegant ballroom designed for meetings, conferences, galas, and weddings, featuring panoramic views of downtown Ottawa.
History
The Rogers Centre Ottawa is located at the site of the former Congress Centre, historically one of the most successful convention centres of its kind in Canada. Major redevelopment of the site in 2011 tripled the hosting capacity and greatly enhanced its appeal to planners of national and international conventions, meetings and trade shows. Since opening in 2011, Rogers Centre Ottawa has hosted more than 4,447 events.
Governance
The Rogers Centre Ottawa is an Operational Enterprise Agency of the Crown in the Province of Ontario, governed by the Ottawa Convention Centre Corporation Act. Our mandate is to operate, maintain and manage an international-class convention centre facility in a manner that promotes and develops tourism and industry in Ottawa and Ontario.
Serving Clients
A fundamental key to success when creating extraordinary events is to put customers first. To that end, Rogers Centre Ottawa staff, partners and suppliers work hard to make sure that each clients’ vision is realized. The Rogers Centre Ottawa is governed by a board of directors, managed by an expert team of professionals, and operationally driven by inspired colleagues and selected suppliers whose main goal is to create events that provide an unforgettable experience.
Annual Reports
As an Operational Enterprise Agency of the Crown in the Province of Ontario, the Rogers Centre Ottawa produces an Annual Report available to the Crown and community.
Open Governance
Rogers Centre Ottawa is fully aligned with the Government of Ontario’s commitment to Open Government
Responsibility
At the Rogers Centre Ottawa, our environmental and community giving responsibilities are fundamental to everything we do.
Community
By continuously measuring our impact, the Rogers Centre Ottawa financially benefits the employers, employees, industries, communities and municipal budgets.
Accessibility
Rogers Centre Ottawa is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities.
Operational Guide
A complete overview of the policies and procedures for hosting an event at the Rogers Centre Ottawa.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rogers Centre Ottawa
The Rogers Centre Ottawa is located at 55 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 9J2, in the heart of downtown Ottawa on the Rideau Canal. The venue is directly connected to The Westin Ottawa and CF Rideau Centre and is within walking distance of hotels, restaurants, attractions, and public transit.
The Rogers Centre Ottawa hosts a wide variety of events, including conferences, conventions, corporate meetings, trade shows, exhibitions, galas, banquets, weddings, consumer shows, and community events. Its flexible event spaces can accommodate both small gatherings and large international conventions
Yes. The Rogers Centre Ottawa is a LEED Gold Certified convention centre designed with sustainability in mind. Energy-efficient building systems, water conservation measures, waste diversion programs, and responsible operational practices help reduce the environmental impact of events.
The Rogers Centre Ottawa holds LEED Gold Certification for sustainable building design and Gold Certification in Quality Standards from AIPC, recognizing excellence in facility management, customer service, and event delivery.
Yes. The Rogers Centre Ottawa is committed to providing an accessible experience for visitors, exhibitors, and event organizers. The venue offers accessible entrances, elevators, washrooms, and event spaces, with additional accessibility information available on the Accessibility page.
The Rogers Centre Ottawa is an Operational Enterprise Agency of the Crown in the Province of Ontario. It is governed by the Ottawa Convention Centre Corporation Act and operates with a mandate to support tourism, economic development, and the meetings and convention industry in Ottawa and Ontario.
Yes. The Rogers Centre Ottawa welcomes conferences, meetings, exhibitions, weddings, galas, and other events. Event planners can submit a Request for Proposal through the website, and the team will help recommend the most suitable event space based on your goals, guest count, and logistical requirements.
