Charles Rummel Centre

Looking for a space to celebrate an informal occasion? Planning a family reunion or anniversary party?

This facility, located in east central Burnaby, can accommodate up to 100 people in the main hall and up to 20 people in the Committee Room. It may be just what you're looking for.

  • 2301 sq. ft. main hall
  • can accommodate up to 100 people maximum
  • includes use of the kitchen and pass through to main hall, sink, fridge and stove

  • 435 sq. ft. multipurpose room
  • can accommodate up to 20 people maximum
  • sink for clean up
Rentals include:
  • tables and stacking chairs (up to 100)
  • access to outdoor playground and park
  • hourly rate with a 2-hour minimum
  • a refundable security deposit is required
  • liability insurance is required (additional fee)

Additional permits are required for playing music and serving alcohol.

Specifications

Cancellation policy

  • All rentals are subject to the City of Burnaby Parks, Recreation & Culture Refund Policy.

Alcohol

  • To serve alcohol at your event, apply for a Special Event Permit through BC Liquor and Cannabis Licensing (BCLC). Please present the Special Event Permit to the booking clerk 2 weeks before your event. The original permit will need to be posted in the room on the day of the event.

Food

  • Food may be served potluck, pre-packaged store bought, restaurant take out, or you may hire a licensed caterer. There is a warming kitchen available. Refrigerator has very limited space and may not be available during your rental. Please bring coolers to store any items you need to keep cold.
  • All food must stay in the room and cannot be taken into any lobby area or hallways.

Fire exits and safety

  • City of Burnaby bylaws state smoking is not permitted on the premises.
  • Emergency exits must remain easily accessible at all times.
  • Don’t block the exits with tables, chairs, equipment or extension cords.

Set-up and clean-up

  • Set- up and takedown times must form part of the booked hours and are charged the regular rental fee.
  • A blank floor plan will be provided with your rental contract. Fill in the number of tables and chairs required and submit 2 weeks before your event.
  • The custodian will complete the set-up and arrangement of the tables and chairs.
  • Please bring your own decorating supplies—tablecloths, dishes and cutlery.
  • Please use painter’s tape to put up decorations.
  • Please remove all food and supplies following your event—overnight storage is not permitted.
  • The table surfaces are to be wiped clean. Paper towels are provided in the room.
  • Please place all garbage and recycling in the bins provided.
  • Our custodian will clean the floors and put away the tables and chairs.

Liability insurance

Commercial general liability insurance is required to rent any City facility- please check with the facility for specific requirements. You may purchase insurance through an independent broker of your choice, or receive a quote through AON Insurance. 

Disclaimer: The City of Burnaby offers access to the AON Insurance portal for the convenience of our user groups only, and does not recommend, endorse, approve and/or favour any one insurance provider over another.

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