Espace 1
Espace 1 is a welcoming venue ideal for live performances, conferences, film screenings and launches. It’s outfitted with a full-size professional bar at ground level and two smaller mezzanines on either side.
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A hub of artistic and cultural effervescence, the PHI Centre is the perfect place to organize events that will leave a lasting impression. Located in Old Montreal, our LEED® Gold-certified heritage building from 1861 offers contemporary, interconnected and multifunctional spaces that receive beautiful natural light.
All of our spaces can be optimized for different configurations while offering high-tech equipment and superb acoustics. You can also count on our team of experts to help take care of every detail for you.
Our Spaces
Espace 1
Espace 1 is a welcoming venue ideal for live performances, conferences, film screenings and launches. It’s outfitted with a full-size professional bar at ground level and two smaller mezzanines on either side.
Galerie 2
Our gallery is at your disposal in the evening for cocktail parties, launches, or networking activities. Our exhibitions are constantly changing, and our permanent installations are available to you free of charge. These exhibitions make for great ice breakers and conversation pieces.
Galerie 3
Our gallery spaces and their facilities are available for cocktails, networking events and more, providing the perfect ice-breaking experiences.
Espace 4
Espace 4 is the PHI Centre’s brightest and most spacious facility. Its access to the roof terrace makes it ideal for large-scale events, and its technological installations facilitate the showing of projected material or the delivery of speeches.
Accueil
With an entrance on Saint-Pierre Street, Accueil can create an intimate setting. It features a fully-equipped professional kitchen behind collapsible walls, making it a perfect option for corporate dinners, networking events and more.
Terrace
Located on the roof of the PHI Centre, our charming terrace offers an unbeatable view of historic Old Montreal, the river, and Habitat 67. You won't find a better spot for holding trendy events and outdoor barbecues.
Sound Studio
The PHI Centre sound studio is a professional creative environment where sound and music are explored and produced. We use modern tools and techniques and follow a multi-dimensional approach to develop traditional and immersive audio content.
Events
Our spaces are suitable for a wide range of events. Here are some examples of events organized for more than 8 years now.
Conference
Able to accommodate conferences of all sizes, the PHI Centre's high-tech spaces provide the perfect professional backdrop for your day.
Training event
Our bright and spacious spaces allow for greater focus and productivity, making them perfect options for company training days.
Privatization of exhibitions
Looking for a fun activity for your employees? Consider privatizing our current exhibition for a unique team-building experience.
Business Meeting
We offer meeting rooms of all sizes that can accommodate anything from small board meetings to larger AGMs.
Cocktail party
The PHI Centre adds a creative flair to your cocktail party, while expertly taking care of your custom bar needs.
Press conference
Host your press conference in our spaces and let our team of experts take care of live streaming it online for you too.
Product launch
Show your products off to your clients in the best light thanks to our bright and airy modern spaces full of natural lighting.
Film screening
Our high-tech equipment and ability to transform our spaces make the PHI Centre an optimal choice for film screenings.
Networking event
Give your networking event guests something to talk about with our impressive LEED® building design and artistic offerings.
Trade show
Give your trade show a contemporary flair by combining our beautifully designed spaces to fit your needs.
Corporate dinner
Have your next corporate dinner on our private rooftop terrace for exceptional views that match our exceptional service.
Launch party
Need a space for your next album or book launch party? We can do that too!
Film shoot
Plan your next film shoot in the same building that Denis Villeneuve once directed an award-winning short film in.
Gala
Is there anything better than a fancy Gala night out in beautiful Old Montreal? Be at the heart of it all at the PHI Centre.
Banquet
Our prestigious catering partners and exceptional service will help take your banquet event to the next level.
Services & Extras
Audiovisual services
Our audiovisual services can help your brand make an impression long after the event is over. We offer high-quality multi-camera video recording services and can live stream conferences and content online (on Facebook Live or YouTube Live, for example) We are equipped to complete all post-production services in our studios and can even provide support for the artistic direction.
State-of-the-art technology
All spaces are equipped with high-end audio-visual equipment for quality sound and video (screen and projector are included in your rental). High-speed Wi-Fi is also offered throughout the building free of charge.
Catering
Tried and tested by the PHI Centre’s team, our exclusive caterers concoct mouth-watering meals and canapés: Société Traiteur, Agnus Dei, Barroco and Olive Orange.
Furnishings
The PHI Centre’s multifunctional rooms are furnished with a wide selection of chairs, sofas and tables to create the environment desired by organizers at no extra charge. A detailed list is available upon request.
Bar service
The PHI Centre holds a liquor license for its entire building and can supply beverages for your event. Our creative bar team can even create your own signature cocktail!
Valet and priority parking
Accessibility to your event can be facilitated with prepaid parking. You can also choose to offer valet parking so that your guests’ vehicles are well cared for from the moment they arrive.
Technical Services
A technical team is available to respond to your needs and ensure that your event runs smoothly. With our team of experts on your side, that's one less thing for you to worry about when it comes to planning your event.
Programming
Give your event-goers something to talk about! Holding an event at the PHI Centre allows you to take advantage of our unique programming by incorporating a virtual reality experience or access to the current exhibition.
Eco-friendly events
The PHI Centre is committed to sustainable development and its building has been certified LEED® Gold. It’s the ideal location for environmentally responsible events thanks to the support and dedication of our team (GHG calculation, green brigade, caterers, waste management).
Supporting arts and culture
When you rent facilities at the PHI Centre, you are contributing to our mission of making art accessible to as many people as possible. Your participation helps promote encounters between artists, art and the general public.
Short-term stays
For event organizers who wish to make nearby housing accommodations available to their guests of honour, the PHI Centre has lofts available right across the street.
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Covid-19
Our events team is ready to welcome your guests in premises that have been designed and arranged in a way that ensures a safe, healthy and comfortable environment. Everything is set up to provide both peace of mind and an enriching experience, all while respecting the protocol drawn up by Public Health authorities.