Rent a specialty facility for birthdays, bridal or baby showers, family reunions, weddings, events, and more. Rentals can be made by contacting staff beginning April 1 for dates between the Saturday of Victoria Day weekend and the Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend.

Public events must fill out the Event Application Form and Event Requirement Form and submit to cityevents@sarnia.ca for review, and must keep in mind there may be additional event fees associated with hosting in a park.

Specialty Facility Information

Canatara Park

1200 Lake Chipican Drive, Sarnia

Map of Canatara Park

Construction work is taking place at the BMX track and Seaway Campus areas of the park. The construction activities do not impact any rentable areas.

Bandshell Stage
– $40 +HST/hr
– 200 person capacity
Washrooms nearby
– Includes nearby Beach Pavilion
– Licensed events allowed under the Festivals and Events Policy
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor

Seaway Kiwanis Pavilion
– Unlicensed: $34 +HST/hr
– Licensed: $68 +HST/hr
– Wedding hold deposit: $100 +HST
– 150 person capacity
– Accepts wedding holds up to 1-year in advance upon receipt of non-refundable wedding hold deposit
– Tables and chairs are NOT provided
– Private washroom attached
– Licensed rentals allowed
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor

Germain Park

900 Germain Street, Sarnia

Map of Germain Park

Germain Wedding Arbour
– $5.75 +HST/hr
– 50 person capacity
– Licensed rentals not allowed
– Accepts wedding holds up to 1-year in advance
– View a full list of amenities and exclusions on Xplor

FAQs

What happens if it rains?

Specialty facility rentals are rain or shine.

In the event of a Significant Weather Event (approaching or occurring weather hazard with the potential to pose a significant danger), cancellation will be at the discretion of the renter and must be communicated in writing same day to not result in charges to the renter.

Can I decorate?

Yes. You can decorate the space but cannot use anything that will permanently mark the surfaces (e.g. tacks, nails, heavy-duty tape).

Decorations must be put up and taken down within your rental start and end times.

Can these facilities be used for events?

Yes. Please visit Hosting an Event on Municipal Property for more information on public events. Public events do not follow the recreation facility rental process.

How far in advance can I book my wedding?

Holds for weddings are accepted up to one-year in advance for the Seaway Kiwanis Pavilion and the Germain Wedding Arbour.

A non-refundable deposit for the Seaway Kiwanis Pavilion must be paid in full to reserve your rental.

Why can’t I book online?

These unique facilities often require a greater level of staff interaction and involvement for rentals. We want to ensure that renters engage with staff directly so they are informed of any extra facility requirements and that the facility is adequately prepared to welcome them.

How do I use the fireplace at the Seaway Kiwanis Pavilion?

Fireplace access is included for all rentals at the Seaway Kiwanis Pavilion; however, firewood is not provided. If you wish to use the fireplace for your rental, you are responsible for starting the fire and staying at the pavilion while the fireplace is in use.

How do I use the weather screens at the Seaway Kiwanis Pavilion?

The weather screens can be raised or lowered once during your rental by staff. Please follow the instructions on your rental contract to contact staff.

The weather screens are available for inclement weather such as rain or winds. The screens will not completely block the weather, but they will minimize effects.

Additional Information

Need help?

To speak to staff, call 519-332-0330 ext. 3750 or email facilityrentals@sarnia.ca.