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We are so grateful for everything Bellamy Loft did to make our wedding day so seamless and beautiful. From the start, the team was organized and responsive, which gave us so much peace of mind during planning.

The setup and décor were everything we dreamed of. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how gorgeous everything looked, and my bouquet was honestly one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen.

I couldn’t have chosen a better venue to begin this new chapter with my husband. I highly recommend Bellamy Loft!

We are so grateful to have celebrated our wedding ceremony at Bellamy. Thank you to your incredible team for making the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. From the planning stages to the big day itself, everything exceeded our expectations - and we couldn’t be more appreciative.

We just got married at Bellamy Loft, it was such a wonderful experience. They were flexible to accommodate my wishes with how I imagined the ceremony going and really helped to guide us through the prep going into wedding day and on the day of. It made a hectic day so much more organized. And our officiant Rob was a gem, I'm so happy he was our officiant. It was a wonderful and organized team of staff, in a beautiful, close-knit environment. Thank you so much and I definitely recommend this venue!

Bellamy Loft gave my husband and I a wedding better than either of us could have ever imagined. Not living in Toronto, I was uncertain how we would ever find vendors and a venue for our dream wedding. Bellamy Loft took all the worry away.
The venue; small but absolutely beautiful. As a few guests said to us, "don't let the outside fool you!"
The workers and coordinators, all wonderful, from Bianca always responding in a timely manner to any and all questions by email, to Novia and Lydia helping with planning and the final set up. Everyone was a pleasure to work with.
Their partner vendors are also all terrific! They selected them all for us, and while we were nervous a little, after the night we had, we would not change a thing! The photographer was lovely and we are excited to see all of the beautiful shots! The photobooth is a must! We have still been receiving raving reviews about the food and how lovely of a bartender Matthew was. And no one can stop talking about Chris, the DJ and how he brought the party and the party never stopped!

Bellamy Loft took care of everything at an extremely reasonable price. Our officiant was attentive and charismatic. Our photographer had attention to detail. The venue was perfect. The focus was on us as a couple and we didn't have to stress about a thing! Would highly recommend to couples looking for an intimate ceremony. Thank you for everything.

We were there for a party of a friend.
It was a quit place right in the middle of the downtown. Easy access with public transportation. Good place for not family parties.
I didn't like the place for a family party because of five reason:
1 the air-conditioning wasn't work properly and for hot days it wasn't a good place
2 the sound system was not really for party. It was like a very simple home sound system. The sound hasn't good quality.
3 the entrance was not appropriate for wheelchair or stroller. There were a few steps to enter the salon.
4 like number 3 the washroom was on the basement and for guest with limited ability is hard to access.
5 the kitchen was too small for arranging lunch, dinner,... For 20,30 guests

I should mention that finding parking is really hard in Friday, Sunday nights.

Nice place in downtown Montreal, with a couple of caveats.

I recently organized an evet at Caucus and overall, I was happy with the experience. However there are a couple of things that can be improved.

First the good things:
Shawn was a great communicator and was quite prompt in answering emails. The location is quite nice and even though finding parking spots on the street in not easy, there are quite a few indoor parking spaces close by at reasonable cost.

There is a nice bar at the corner of the room, which proved to be quite popular for our event :-) and there are enough chairs to seat around 20 people. This was enough for our group since our guests were mostly young and many were standing around chatting.

There are two washrooms downstairs (you would need to take 7-8 stairs to go down), and again that was quite ok for our guests, but if you have older guests or guests with limited mobility, this needs to be taken into account.

The kitchen was ok for our event since we didn't plan to server hot/warm food, but if you do, keep in mind there are no stoves or microwave ovens.

Now the things that can be improved:

There is an air conditioner, but it's certainly not strong enough for a hot summer evening (like the one we had) when there are around 30 people or more in the room. Shawn offered me to take a tour of the room a week before, which I did, and the room seemed comfortably cool, but it was impossible to imaging how it would feel once the room is full of people and if the weather outside is hot. So on the day of the event, unfortunately, almost all of our gusts felt uncomfortably hot. Such a nice place could've been much better equipped for Montreal summers.

Finally, the pricing policy could be made more flexible, esp. for private events, when the host might not know exactly how long the event could last. The current policy says $200/hour or $1500/day, but if you reserve for say 6 hours and end up using the place for 9 hours, you will end up paying (6*200) plus an additional (3*200) for a total of $1800 which is more than a full day. This doesn't make much sense.

Overall, I'd recommend this place for corporate or private parties of up to 40 people max, and when the weather is cool outside. Also, if you're not sure how long your party could last (including the time it takes to clean up), you're better off paying the $1500/day.

On behalf of my team and I, we were very happy with Caucus and we recommend this place to all of our partners, coworkers and family members. This is a very beautiful place, fully equipped, easy to access as it is situated in Downtown Montreal. Shawn, the venue contact, will answer all your questions very fast and will give you easy instructions and reminders about the place. Everyone had a great time! Thank you Caucus!

Amazing experience! Very nice space that is perfect to throw a social or corporate event. The concept is very convenient too, sort of like Airbnb, where you can easily rent the space and have access to it without having to meet with anyone.

Amazing experience! Was able to celebrate my wedding day with family the way we wanted! Attentive owner. Was there for our every need. We thank you very much!!! Beautiful place. Our day was unforgettable!

I had my small wedding here in the outdoor patio and everything was absolutely perfect. Hazel is amazing! She is so amazing! She is very helpful and made our special day even more special. I totally recommend this place. Thank you Hazel.

Love this place for co-working. Well facilitated with very helpful staff, Collaburo really boosts productivity. I especially enjoy the ambient music and covered patio outside. Thanks for providing such an amazing space!

Hazel was great at providing us exactly what we needed to make our event successful!
I couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful and organized venue to host our event! 100/100%

Great co-working space that’s bright with many workspaces, good office equipment, and stable wifi. Also a fridge to store your lunch, and complimentary beverages and more. Rooms to take private calls, and a meeting room as well.

Recommended for a friendly and relaxed experience, without the office commute. Hazel was warm and helpful during our visit and ensured we had what we needed, as well as suggested nearby services we required.

Definitely a revisit when we’re back in the area!

We held our engagement party at Collaburo. We rented the downstairs room and the outside patio space.
The space is amazing and the event Manager went above and beyond to make our event go smoothly. Everyone complimented the space and specifically patio as a little oasis in the heart of the city.
We picked a busy date during tulip festival and their team helped make everything work out perfectly.

My wife and I got married at the Cumberland Belle in May this year (2025). We knew it was going to be our venue as soon as we met Manal for the tour last year. The outdoor area was perfect for the small, nature-surrounded wedding we wanted. And the inside of the old church was beautiful and just the right amount of space. Overall, it was exactly the right place to host our most special day.

The venue was absolutely beautiful and had such a great vibe. The staff were super helpful and made sure everything ran smoothly. They really took care of us and made the whole experience easy and stress-free. Would definitely recommend!

Exactly what we were looking for! The venue is gorgeous and was perfect for our wedding of ~70 people. We wanted somewhere we could take advantage of the beautiful fall foliage and also where we could bring our own catering, bar, etc. As soon as we saw the Belle we knew it was perfect! Even though it rained and we didn’t end up using the outdoor ceremony space, we couldn’t be happier with how the day went. Manal and Michael were super easy to deal with during the planning and set up process. Highly recommend!

If I could give it more than 5 stars, I would! This was an outstanding venue for my friend’s bridal shower. it has beautiful lighting and was perfectly spacious for the amount of guests that were hosted. Definitely a place I would recommend for intimate gatherings and celebrations!

I am beyond happy with the Cumberland Belle. Gorgeous venue with stain glass windows. The owners were more than happy to answer any of my questions which make booking as smooth as possible.
When I booked, the venue included chairs, tables, audio equipment, outdoor seating, and a wooden arch for an outdoor ceremony.

The venue had a separate entrance for the catering crew as well as a kitchen with a fridge which can in handy for storing the reception snacks and keeping drinks chilled.

Lastly, being able to ring the church bell after getting married was the highly of our wedding!

I had gone for my Senior Prom and it was such a lovely venue the staff were so incredibly accommodating and kind, I had such a lovely time and I'm so happy that this was the venue for my last celebration in High-school! The speakers were great and the decor and photography opportunities were absolutely grandiose! I cannot express how kind and patient the staff were and I'm so utterly greatful for their kindness. Such a lovely venue made the night that much more special! I also really really appreciated the option of gender neutral bathrooms and the cleanliness of said bathrooms. Overall the whole experience was excellent!

What can I say about this place?

Well... A great beautiful place to have memorable moments, the staff, each one of them just flawless customer service, the food? Just extremely delicious!!! The servers, classy, professionals and friendly.

Thank you very much.

I hope to visit this place again, soon!!!

We hosted a Sufi Night at Empire Banquet Hall, and the experience was outstanding. Manjeet and Gurinder went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. Even though I hired a sound engineer, they helped me maneuver through all the necessary vendors—personally contacting them and helping to arrange the services I needed. Their support with the sound system, decorations, and overall setup made a complex event feel effortless.

The food was unbelievable, and everyone was amazed not only by the facility but also by the warmth of the service and the exceptional quality of the food. Empire Banquet Hall truly delivered in every way, and I would highly recommend them to anyone planning a special event.

🌸 A heartfelt thanks to the proud TEAM of Empire Estate and Empire Hall. 🙏

At Empire Estate, my marriage function was managed so beautifully, and at Empire Hall, everything was handled outstandingly — even when my guests unexpectedly increased, you accommodated everyone with absolute perfection. Both venues truly delivered world-class service.

🌿 Empire Estate – filled with natural beauty, offering a dreamlike setting.
❤️ Guest Welcome Gate – absolutely exceptional
✨ Table Setup – No.1
💃 Stage & Dance Floor – simply breathtaking

✨ Cleanliness – 10/10
✨ Table Service – superb
✨ Staff – very polite & welcoming
✨ Food – delicious and full of flavor
✨ Food Stations / Bar Setup – beyond imagination

A big thank you once again to the entire Empire Estate & Empire Hall team for your dedication, effort, and hard work. 🙏

You didn’t just host our event — you created memories that will stay with us forever. 🌟
Forever grateful for your love, hospitality, and warmth. ❤️

I hosted the greatest Nowruz Gala in Calgary at Empire Banquet Hall, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. The venue itself is elegant, spacious, and beautifully maintained—perfect for a large celebration like ours. The management team was incredibly accommodating and professional, making sure every detail was taken care of.

The staff were attentive, friendly, and efficient throughout the entire event.

Special thanks to the Empire team for helping us make this event memorable. We’ve received amazing feedback from attendees, and we look forward to hosting future events here. Highly recommend for weddings, cultural events, and large gatherings!

I will never get over how beautiful our wedding turned out! We had a huge storm coming around the time of the ceremony and Janice and staff were so helpful in helping us beat it so we could have the ceremony outside. The food and drinks were the best I had ever had at a wedding (I've been dreaming of the mushroom bisque) and we had gotten so many compliments on it throughout the night. Staff was so accommodating and incredible in navigating our huge families and communication through the planning process was spectacular! We would have our wedding here again in a heartbeat. Thank you so much Janice and Team! (Photo cred to Palm Tree Studio, they were AMAZING!)

We had our wedding at Evermore Weddings & Events, and it was truly perfect from start to finish. The venue is absolutely breathtaking, inside and out. The gardens and outdoor spaces are meticulously maintained and were in full bloom on our day, creating the most romantic and natural backdrop for our ceremony and photos. The flowers, the stone pathways, and views all felt like something out of a dream.

The food was incredible. It was fresh, beautifully prepared, and served flawlessly. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about it! And the service was exceptional: attentive, professional, and kind.

A heartfelt thank you to Janice, Tracy, and the entire Evermore team. They were outstanding- organized, supportive, and genuinely wonderful to work with. From the early planning stages to the final moments of the night, everything flowed smoothly thanks to their attention to detail and calm, capable presence.
We couldn’t have imagined a more beautiful setting or a better team to help us celebrate.

Cannot express how happy we were with nearly everything at Evermore... we had the BEST DAY! Deb was amazing to work with throughout the planning process, the serving staff were incredible. This rustic, elegant space on the most stunning grounds was everything we had dreamed of for our wedding. The food was BEYOND incredible... all of our guests were telling us this was the 'best wedding food they'd ever had'. We were SO full and SO satisfied! Delicious.
Even the few things that didn't go 'perfectly' or the little bumps that arose, were professionally and respectfully. We are beyond grateful and will cherish the memories we created at Evermore, for a lifetime. 10/10... cannot recommend enough.

Our wedding venue was absolutely stunning, such a beautiful space that made the day feel truly magical. The food was incredible, and all of our guests were raving about it!

A special shoutout to Tracy, the venue coordinator, who was simply the best. She went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly, and her calm, organized approach made the whole experience stress-free. We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. Highly recommend this venue for anyone looking for a beautiful setting and amazing support!

Dream venue! From the moment we first toured Evermore, we knew it was something special — but nothing could have prepared us for just how truly magical it would feel on our wedding day. Every detail was beyond what we imagined, and that’s thanks in large part to the incredible team behind the scenes.

Working with Janice and Tracy was a joy. From our very first conversation to the final moments of the night, they were professional, thoughtful, organized, and deeply committed to making our vision come to life. They listened so carefully, offered expert guidance along the way, and somehow made the entire planning process feel effortless.

On the day itself, the staff at Evermore (bartenders, kitchen, servers, night manager Tarek) went above and beyond in every way. Professional and timely service and their attention to detail was unmatched. We felt truly taken care of — as did our guests, who are still raving about the stunning setting and impeccable food!

This venue wasn’t just beautiful — it was a reflection of everything we hoped for: elegant, romantic, and unforgettable. We will forever be grateful to Janice, Tracy, and the entire team for turning our dream day into a reality.

A Backyard Wedding Dream Come True!

Jan, we couldn’t have imagined a more magical place to celebrate our wedding than your place. From the moment we arrived to first met you, it felt like stepping into a secret garden; a lush, vibrant, and overflowing with the most incredible flowers / scenary that added color, fragrance, and charm to every corner.

What made this location truly special was its warmth and intimacy. It wasn’t just a venue, it was a place that felt like home that you made feel that way Jan.

Our guests were absolutely enchanted, and we are beyond grateful to begin our journey together in such a stunning and meaningful setting.

We cannot thank you enough Jan!

I couldn’t have asked for a nicer venue to host my intimate wedding then at Jan’s Garden. It was a beautiful place, with tons of gorgeous flowers and greenery. Jan was friendly , accommodating to our requests and made things simple.
The venue does offer a photograph and an officiator which makes things easy. We didn’t use the photograph (we already one) however we did use the Officiator who was lovely.

I recently had the opportunity to photograph a wedding at Jan’s Garden and it was a great experience from start to finish. The garden is stunning and it’s clear how much time and love has gone into it. As a photographer, it was a fun space to work in with different levels and plenty of space to move around without disturbing guests. Jan is also wonderful! She’s very kind and made sure everyone was taken care of — it was cool and a little rainy the day of the wedding, and she even brought a blanket out for the flower girl. Highly recommend if you’re looking for an intimate wedding ceremony venue.

Jan's Garden was a magical place for us to have our small, intimate wedding of 18 people. Her garden is stunning and we had perfect weather on Sept 1st. Jan is an amazing hostess and went out of her way to accommodate our needs for the wedding.

We felt blessed to be surrounded by such beauty on our special day and all our guests loved the gardens! Our officiant Soleiha's wonderful storytelling/ceremony was perfect to celebrate our love and Ryan captured those special moments so creatively. We are forever gratefully to all of them.

I would highly recommend Jan's Garden for small intimate weddings and gatherings. Thank you for everything Jan & Bruce!

Jan is the most kind and sweetest lady! She was so helpful through the whole process when booking, keeping me in the loop when ever something important happens and always being patient when explaining. The garden is beautiful, she keeps it in the best quality it can be in every time I see it. It was truly a dream come true having my wedding at this lovely venue. Thank you Jan for everything, you were amazing and I can't say enough of how much I appreciate you!

Nice hall.very clean Food yummy . Not giving five stars only because of the parking space. Otherwise recommend for 100 guest.

Really good looking event room that accommodates for dinners and other community events

We had nice with zakat foundation.

It was such a pleasure to be in this room for prom. A very cozy reception place to get to know each other, not too big not too small. The best place to host small group events! A big thank you to the owner of this place!

I’m here tonight for a birthday party. I’m really having fun. The service is excellent. Highly recommended

We found Lily & Roses while planning our wedding because we needed someone to set up the venue and it was truly the best decision we did during the planning stage of our wedding. Shadia was super calm and helped us question things we never even thought of. The week before we sent Shadia our documents explaining the decoration. The day before we left everything at the venue and they took care of everything. The venue was exactly like I imagined. Thank you so much🤍

The fairy godmother every bride needs on their wedding day!!!

If you’re looking for the perfect wedding planner/coordinator to make your dream wedding come true, look no further. Shadia is THE person you need to get in touch with.

I first started working with Shadia at the very beginning of the pandemic and right after our first meeting, I knew I wanted to work with no one else but her. I’ve never seen someone so knowledgeable, thorough, kind, funny, solution-oriented and oh so, so, patient.

She helped me navigate through all the uncertainties, curveballs, plot twists and drama that was happening during the whole wedding planning process. Sometimes, I would come up with the strangest requests, questions, or fears, but after speaking with her I instantly felt reassured.
I knew I was working with the best after all!

Every bride deserves to feel calm on their wedding day and not be bothered with small details. Shadia had the whole day planned by the second. She made sure no one was late, and let me tell you, she doesn’t play around, her bride is her priority and you’ll feel so well taken care of with her!

I literally grew up being told that brides are stressed, hungry and exhausted on their wedding day but let me tell you, I was SO RELAXED! Everything went smoothly because Shadia and her team (Hi Sarah!) were working their magic behind the scenes. I slept well, I ate well, I wasn’t cranky or anything. I even had a moment during the night where I looked around me and thought to myself “Omg, this is exactly what I wanted today to be and feel like”

Even if Shadia was working behind the scenes, the amazing execution of the day didn’t go unnoticed from my guests. People asked me and my parents “Omg, who’s that incredible woman over there? Did Sandy hire a planner?”

Every single request, even the ones I forgot I had made, were fulfilled. For example, I had told her to make sure one of my guests had enough space to accommodate a special chair, and that guest was so touched and surprised when she came to him! It’s the little things like that that makes your day magical even for your guests. Those who were sceptical about the necessity of having a planner were the first ones to write down her name for when their daughters would get married lol!

I got married end of August 2021 and I already miss working with Shadia. She was the shoulder I could lean on and the person I could vent to whenever something would come up.

From the bottom of my heart Shadia, thank you again for making my dream wedding come true. You’re the wedding planner every bride needs.

Now if you’ve made it this far in my review, get in touch with her asap to plan your dream event!

It's been over a year and i still feel so much happiness thinking back to that day. My daughter's baptism was everything i had hoped for and more. Shadia and her team's attention to detail and great professionalism made all the difference. Having her there everystep of the planning and executing it all out just enable me to sit back and enjoy myself to the fullest.
Shadia, you are a gem and i look forward to the next event we will work on together :)

If you're looking for a wedding planner who is not only incredibly skilled, experienced and organized but also genuinely cares about YOUR experience and vision, Shadia, from Lily & Roses Exquisite Events, is the one.
From the moment we started working with her, we instantly knew that we could trust her expertise, leadership and talent to help us manifest one of the greatest celebrations of our lives. Throughout the entire process—whether it was vendor visits, zoom meetings, or emailing back and forth—Shadia made every step feel seamless and stress-free. She is the ultimate planner: organized, reliable, and incredibly meticulous. What truly stands out is her ability to understand us as a couple and know exactly what we were envisioning for our big day. Her attention to detail and intuition for our style was unmatched, and she consistently recommended vendors and ideas that perfectly aligned with our vision.
On the day of the wedding, Shadia, as well as her assistant Annie, truly showed their excellence. She was not only an amazing coordinator, but also a calm presence amidst the hustle and bustle. When a last-minute situation arose with a family member needing transport, she handled it without missing a beat, ensuring everything went smoothly. Because of her, we were able to relax and enjoy the day, knowing that all the little details were in her capable hands. She kept reminding us throughout the day to soak it all in and not worry about anything—we could not have asked for a better planner to help bring our dream wedding to life.
We are so blessed to have experienced the wedding planning process and day with Shadia by our side, and will be calling on her services for future events. Family members and friends were also giving her praises. She took care of EVERYTHING, organized all vendor deliveries/arrivals, ensured that our vision was delivered exactly how we discussed and planned it. We love you Shadia and the LREE team. As we have said before, you are FAMILY, and will forever hold a special place in our hearts, as you are forever part of the best day of our lives. Thank you!

Absolutely Amazing Planning company
I recently hired Lily & Rose event for one of my corporate client
Lily & Rose Exquisite Events made such a difference in the planning of the day . They paid meticulous attention to every detail, from the setup to the timeline. Their creative ideas and flawless execution made my job stress-free and extraordinary. I couldn't be happier with their service."

Empire Eventz

We had our wedding reception at Moonlight Banquet Hall, and we had an amazing experience! From the very beginning, Jagjeet Uncle the owner was so kind, professional, and wonderful to work with—making the whole process smooth. The entire team was great and amazing to work with!
The hall itself is absolutely beautiful, spacious, and was perfectly set up for our special day. Everything from the decor to the service exceeded our expectations. Our guests were very happy and kept complimenting how well everything was organized and how amazing the food was! We can’t recommend Moonlight Banquet Hall enough. We’re so grateful for the care and effort they put into making our reception unforgettable!

We recently had a party here and couldn’t be happier with the entire experience. The staff was professional, attentive, and made sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The venue itself was beautifully set up, spacious, and created the perfect atmosphere for our celebration. The food quality was also amazing. I would highly recommend this banquet hall to anyone looking for an stress-free and enjoyable experience!

Recently had an event at Moonlight Banquet. The venue is beautiful with high ceilings. The space effortlessly accommodated both dinner and dancing. What made it special was the exceptional, attentive service from the owners and staff. They went above and beyond to make it the perfect night.The food was also amazing! Overall, it's an excellent choice, combining beauty with outstanding personal service. I highly recommend it!

We hosted my sisters engagement party here and there isn’t a single negative thing to say. The food was outstanding, the hall and decorations were beautiful and the service was excellent. They took the time and effort to make my sisters vision a reality and I cannot express how appreciative we are. The owners/management really put their all into the event and their care really shows in the end result. Thank you for making an unforgettable night perfect in every way

I recently attended an event at this moonlight banquet hall. The atmosphere was warm, elegant, and welcoming — perfect for any special occasion.

The food was delicious — every dish was well-prepared, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You could tell a lot of care went into the menu and service.
They made sure everything ran smoothly and went out of their way to make guests feel comfortable.

I would highly recommend moonlight banquet hall to anyone who planning there reception, jaggo, and other events.

I cannot say enough good things about my experience at NKIN!

Prior to my appointment, I hadn't looked at any dresses yet in person, so booked in for a "Dress Discovery" appointment. I told Stephanie what I thought I might be interested in, and showed her some examples of what I thought I might like, and she got busy picking out dresses for me to try. Everything she picked out was PERFECT, and she was so helpful at making suggestions about alterations or accessories to change the looks of dresses to fit what I was looking for. Ultimately, the last dress I tried was my perfect dress (thank you, Stephanie, for getting me to try it on! I figured I'd tried on a bunch and had a better idea of what I wanted and was satisfied with that, but she basically said I may as well try this other one while I was there, and I'm so happy I did!), and I ended up purchasing it that same day.

Everything from the Diet Coke, to the body-positive and safe environment, to the help from Stephanie, made my experience at NKIN incredible. Even months after I bought my dress, they were helpful with suggesting alterations when I messaged them on Instagram just weeks before my wedding (I wasn't able to go back to NKIN as I live in Alberta, so they made some suggestions to help with how my dress fit). All-in-all, my experience was fantastic and I highly recommend using them for any bridal needs!

Thank you for everything, NKIN :)

Getting a wedding dress can be stressful. The staff here are great at reducing that stress. Steph helped me find a dress that was both comfortable (yay, sensory sensitivity!) and did not break the budget. I am very grateful for her help with making dress shopping fun. I definitely recommend!

If you are looking for a place to fulfill not only all your wedding dress needs but, also a small business that’s woman owned, specializes in content creation, day of styling and officiating at a reasonable price this is the place to go!

Abby and Lizzie made my wedding dress shopping experience so lovely, not only did they find me a super affordable dress but they made me feel comfortable and confident throughout the process! They took care of booking me in for alterations and all subsequent appointments through them were a breeze. They have truly done a wonderful job at curating the most friendly, fun and inclusive atmosphere also while being super transparent about their pricing.

I was so happy with their services that I also used them for content creation (everyone loves a good BTS of their big day), day of styling and Abby was our officiant! Our wedding day ran so smoothly, and I did not need to worry about having a hair (or veil) out of place! Abby wrote the most special officiating speech and vows that truly emulated everything of my husband and I’s relationship. I could not have asked for a better ceremony!

Abby and Lizzie have wonderful communication skills. They were so responsive and were such a pleasure to have throughout the whole wedding process! The NKIN shop is so special and truly is one of a kind. I highly recommend them to any bride for their wedding needs!

Had SUCH an amazing experience here! After a horrific appointment at a different tailor, NKIN was recommended to me by a friend and I was not disappointed.

Stephanie was fantastic to work with and I had quite a few things I wanted to alter on my dress. Even when I didn't know exactly what I wanted, she made helpful suggestions based on the dress itself and what would look best. I felt gorgeous and supported the entire time as staff would walk by and compliment me, making me feel truly special and excited.

The quality of the work done on my wedding dress was spectacular, especially considering it was not a traditional dress. Would recommend in a heartbeat!

Okay. This IS the place to get your gown. The boutique itself is beautiful and girly and FUN. It’s THE VIBE to bring your gal pals with you and enjoy trying on gowns. I’ve been to many bridal boutiques and none of them felt this comfortable.
I had the absolute pleasure of having Stephanie be my consultant. No one has ever listened to exactly what I wanted and DELIVERED. I already knew what dresses I wanted pulled and my heart had already known which dress I was taking home but Stephanie was supportive from the moment we met. She helped me feel SO confident and went above and beyond even accessorizing me with different shades of veils and bringing shoe options. The entire team that I met were so helpful and seemed very down to earth and genuinely kind. These are the type of girls you need when bridal gown shopping to feel your absolute best. The cute accessories and little gifts they had at the entrance were super cute. There were personalized bridal party t shirts and cute cards (handmade looking) and other things that would make great bridal party gifts! I had so much fun, I will forever recommend NKIN to anyone who’s in the market. I wish I could relive the experience again just to hang with the girls while having my dream dress become my reality.

We had an absolutely amazing experience at Pinnovate for my daughter’s birthday party. We chose the Build-A-Bear / Stuff-A-Bear activity, and from start to finish it was fantastic. The atmosphere was fun, inclusive, and positive—exactly what you’d hope for at a kid’s party.

Our instructor, Ms. Jess, along with her equally awesome helper (sorry—cannot for the life of me remember her name… let’s just call her the “Additional Pinnovate Person of Awesomeness”), deserve a gold medal (and maybe a standing ovation) for their ability to keep 10 very different kids fully entertained, engaged, and smiling the entire time. Their energy, patience, and genuine enthusiasm made the whole experience unforgettable.

The staff as a whole were wonderful—friendly, organized, and clearly committed to making things run smoothly. The party started right on time, stayed on schedule, and somehow still felt relaxed and easy for everyone.

I couldn’t have been happier with how everything turned out, and the kids are still talking about it days later. If you’re looking for a unique, well-run, joy-filled kid’s birthday party experience in Calgary, I can’t recommend Pinnovate (and especially Ms. Jess and her Partner in Awesomeness) highly enough.

We celebrated my son’s 7th birthday here at Pinnovate and we had a blast. They were professional and kept the kids entertained. Highly recommend

My daughter has been at Pinnovate for 2 years for the full year program as well as day camps. She has enjoyed every minute of it, learned many skills and has been inspired to tackle multi media art projects at home. She has experimented with different art styles and has truly found a passion in creating. Pinnovate has high quality curriculum and instructors that bond with the students, encourage them to express themselves and do their best.

My daughter has been going to pinnovate for a few years now and she absolutely loves it! For a while we couldn't find something that she was interested in. Everything lasted for less than a year, until we found Pinnovate! She is always excited to go to her classes and the teachers are all very nice! I recommend this studio to anyone who is looking for something fun and engaging for their children

I love going here for summer camps, we try lots of mediums, learn lots, and the crafts are overall fun. You also get some freedom to choose colours, designs, and more. I also love the variety of ages and ability to sit next to new people. They have amazing kind and helpful leaders that are always willing to help. I also love the variety of crafts like paintings, signs, mosaics, sketches, drawings, painted rocks and much more

PKNIK planned my birthday and exceeded all my expectations. I shared my vision to Vanessa and she added her own beautiful touches including real flowers on the set up. Everything was stunning! She has an artistic eye and will bring any vision to life, even better than you imagined. Wishing her continued success in her business!

5 stars experience with Vanessa and her team! She made the impossible possible - rescheduling our event 48 hours prior. She has the best ideas and is so reliable. I recommend a 100%.

The most magical, beautiful and original picnic setups ever! My husband hired Pknik for my 30th birthday, and it was nothing short of spectacular. The attention to detail is exquisite. I have booked them again for my friends and I cannot wait for the next picnic!

Vanessa and her team know how to MAKE IT HAPPEN. A true blessing to work with them. They take your vision & multiply it by 100.

Vanessa was outstanding. She made sure our wedding was everything we wanted and was so good working through the logistics. Her vendor suggestions were also great. Love her

Rio Banquet- All is can say after our successful event for our sons first birthday is EXCEPTIONAL. From smooth/brilliant planning, event timing, ambiance of the venue & decoration, extraordinary menu plus tasty food, and a great service. Sunny (Manager) has been kind and really helpful in assisting us in every point of event. His suggestions, assistance and presence throughout the event has been greatly appreciated because it gave us peace of mind while enjoying our party. The staff especially Pam has been a great help as she was around the whole time to assist us when we needed help. I highly recommend this place if anyone is looking to create great memories and long lasting great impression on their guests. Thank you Rio team!

Best experience ever, we had our daughters first Sri Lankan Saree Ceremony here and everything went so smoothly every single person who attended had a wonderful time and they were very impressed with all the set up as well as the food was very delicious and special thanks to Sunny and his team for making this a memorable experience for us we really appreciate Thank You!

We held multiple events here and our guests were very impressed with the hall's decor and cleanliness. Working with Sunny ensured our vision was accurately portrayed on our special day. Whole no event can be 100% perfect, the team helped make sure it was 99% there. We would highly recommend Rio for any and all events in the future and the food was just as exquisite!!

Male washroom is so gross. Vomit everywhere in the washroom. May 23, 2025

We had a very lovely experience at the Rio Banquet Hall for one of our clients recently. Their Manager on duty Sunny was extremely helpful and was always available to ensure our event run smoothly. Thanks for the great party at your venue 👍😊 .
From the Management of Royal Luxee Event Planning.

This venue was pretty much perfect. Stephane and their team were incredible and they made our guests feel so welcome. They were so professional, responsive during planning and were incredibly accommodating to our needs.

The catering team was great. The food and drinks were delicious. We highly recommend this venue.

It was fantastic I was performing a wedding with my cousin Marco Ferri Entertainment and it was great( food, +1)_service +1) (look's of the hall +1)

Very nice place. You can see it's new so it helps a lot.

Just had my wedding at the Westbury ballroom and honestly the entire day was perfect! The venue is gorgeous and includes a beautiful terrace that they open if the weather permits (we got lucky to have good enough weather in May)! The staff went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, well fed and hydrated!! The food and service were excellent! Stephane was amazing from the start of our wedding planning to the very end!! Really glad to have had our wedding here! HIGHLY RECOMMEND

We had our son’s Bar Mitzvah yesterday and it was an amazing event thanks to the staff at Westbury ballroom. A special thanks to Stephane, Susie and Peter for their outstanding service and responsiveness to all our needs. The reception hall and set up was refined and elegant. Servers were top notch. Food catered by Brera was delicious. If you are looking for a place to host your next event, look no further.

We celebrated my daughter’s baptism at La Sirène, and it was absolutely beautiful. Nick was a great help in planning the event with me, ensuring everything was organized perfectly. Melanie, the chef d’équipe and server, made sure everything was done right and provided an excellent service with her team. The food was simply amazing, and everyone loved it! I highly recommend this venue for your event. Don’t hesitate to book here.

Did my daughter's quinceanera a month ago, the whole team was very helpful when organizing the whole thing. Very flexible, made the whole process easy. Day of the event everything went great. Service was fantastic, food 10/10!! Was worth it 100%

We hosted my bridal shower at La Sirène and were treated like family from start to finish. The staff is wonderful; very attentive and efficient. The food is fantastic as well! Nectarios and his team are doing an amazing job at La Sirène. Highly recommend! ❤️ Thank you for making this event so memorable for me.

I had my daughter’s Bridal shower here. The hall was very well organized and looked sharp! The food was fresh and delicious; Drinks on point! I received so many compliments from my guests. Miguel, the chef d’équipe and server, made sure everything was perfect and provided an excellent service with his Team! Thank you!
I highly recommend this venue for your special events.

Beautiful place , we had attended my friend wedding, the parking is very small. We had to park like 5-7mins away so cautious . It wouldn't matter usually but it was raining that evening. Otherwise ,it would be a place we would attend again .

We had the pleasure of working with Shimmer&Shine Decor for our wedding, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! They truly brought our vision to life and created such a beautiful atmosphere for our special day. Even with unexpected hiccups with the outdoor arch, everything came together perfectly.

We rented our centerpieces, chairs, charger plates, and had backdrops for both our ceremony and reception from them—it was so convenient to have everything in one place. Shimmer&Shine Decor is a fantastic one-stop shop, especially for brides who don’t want to juggle 10 different vendors for their full event décor. We are so grateful for their talent, professionalism, and ability to make our ideas shine. Highly recommend!

I can’t recommend Shimmer and Shine Decor enough! I was scrambling last minute to complete my setup and Eman was so sweet, understanding, and helpful every step of the way. Not only did she provide exactly what I needed, but her kindness and professionalism truly made my event even more special.

Her decor items are unique, beautiful, and really stand out compared to anything else I’ve seen. She’s not just amazing to work with, she’s genuinely such a lovely person who goes above and beyond for her clients. You can tell she loves what she does and loves her clients even more🥹🥰 If you’re looking for someone to bring your vision to life, look no further. Shimmer and Shine Decor is the one!❤️

Excellent communications and services offered,very reasonable price range and very affordable to every budget..Iman is a very professional and passionate about her work. She made my daughter supper happy and had a great birthday unicorn theme as she wished for. She responded very kindly and professional with my short notice to prepare a birthday party. Absolutely, I will come back to get more services with her, I honestly
highly recommended Iman

Got amazing decor from Eman. She did an amazing job made my Engagement day the best. Thankyou soo much

I had an absolutely horrific experience with this woman. She was extremely unprofessional and completely ruined what was supposed to be a special day ,my children’s birthday.

From the moment of tear-down, things escalated in a shocking way. She screamed at me inside my own home, in front of my children and family, with no regard for basic respect or professionalism. She called me names, broke a plate, and dropped food on the floor ,and left it there. I have cameras in my basement and video evidence of her behavior, which I will post if necessary.

She also demanded help during setup and take down, even though those services were clearly included in what I paid for. When I told her no one was available, she threw a tantrum and acted completely out of control. Despite all of this, my husband still decided to help her out of kindness, since she was alone trying to tear down an entire setup ,even though she claims to have a team . This experience made it painfully clear that it’s a complete waste of time to hire someone who operates like this. You’re far better off going with a real business that has a proper team , it saves time, avoids unnecessary conversations, and doesn’t place unrealistic expectations on the client. I’ve never seen anything like this before.

She also provided tables and chairs as a favor, which she brought up repeatedly ,almost as if to guilt-trip me. In the end, I told her to take the deposit as payment for those so called free items just to put an end to the nonsense. But the way she kept bringing it up made the gesture feel meaningless and manipulative.

If I could take the whole experience back, I would a million times over. She is horrific. Completely unprofessional.
Do not use her services under any circumstances.

Reply to you message

Thank you for your reply. I must respectfully disagree with your statement that you take professionalism and client satisfaction seriously. I have camera footage that contradicts several of the claims you made.

You mention accommodating multiple reschedules, If you were unable to manage them, you could have declined, but instead you chose to continue.

On the day of the event, you arrived unprepared and disorganized, bringing items without a clear plan and saying, “let’s see how we can do it.” You also added number boxes to the payment but never delivered them.

You repeatedly emphasized that the table and chairs were a “favor,” even though it was already agreed they would be free of charge. Later, you kept my $100 deposit, dismissing it as me “crying” over money, despite the fact that it was a refundable deposit due back at teardown.

During setup, my husband and brother assisted with carrying EVERYTHING because you arrived alone with a truck full of items. A plate was broken, and while you picked up the large piece, the rest of the mess was left behind and also did not mention that you broke my belongings.

Most concerning, during teardown you raised your voice, insulted me in my own home, and called me “crazy.” This is not professionalism it is disrespect.

I expect a formal apology for the service and behavior I experienced.

Wonderful customer service!
Which is something of a rarity nowadays.
Highly appreciated and keep up the fantastic work to the staff at Strathmore Municipal Library!

Always kind and friendly staff
Very quiet place
Very accommodating
So many incredible books

The staff is nice, decent selection of books

Really lovely staff and great selection. They were so wonderful with my 2 year old and ordered me all the books I requested from Calgary which came super quick. It's a really nice local library.

Always super clean and organized, and the staff is never far to lend a helping hand, I've never come across a negative staff member and their willingness to support their patrons goes above and beyond. Such a fantastic environment and their newly renovated space is superb too! Truly a gem of strathmore.

Attended the thrift sale and was very happy with the prices and volunteers that work extremely hard over the three days , I wish they would host them more than once a year as it's a great community resource

Only went to pick up fresh veggies in the parking lot, but that worked out fabulously! Got more than I went for and everything was fresh, priced right and I'll be back! Lots of parking, friendly sellers.

Has a second hand sale for everyone. Lots of items and out doors there are sports, books, luggage, and other nick nacks. The sale is held 2 a year, the spring and fall.

bi-annual garage sale, its ALWAYS the best! can't believe just how much we look forward to the sales!

Was a great place to have a meeting. Thank you

My Husband and I were married here on February 1 and I cannot express how amazing of an experience we had. Everyone was so kind, every detail was perfect, communication was fantastic, and everyone made sure that my Husband and I were taken care of every step of the way.

Everyone we interacted with was amazing and it makes my heart so happy we had such a fantastic group behind us during our day. We used many of the recommended vendors and WOW they do not joke around. On top of Venue 308 we had spectacular vendors and our day was seamless.

Thank you thank you thank you Venue 308 ♥️ it was such a fantastic day and everything you did for us was immensely appreciated!!

We had our wedding at Venue 308 on August 17 and both wanted to post a review because our experience was so, so excellent. In addition to being a beautiful space, this venue boasts a team of event professionals who went above and beyond to make our day perfect. Communication leading up to the day was seamless and prompt, with lots of opportunities to amend our contract along the way (adding and removing services as our plan evolved). We opted to include month-of coordination through the venue, provided by Sarah Schmidt, who was an angel and a pro and a delight to coordinate with. She made the day itself run so smoothly that we could just enjoy ourselves knowing she had things handled behind the scenes. Everyone we interacted with up to and on the day was helpful, kind, and knowledgable (so many thanks to Chris, Amanda, Andrea, Seb, and Caro) - they could have done half as much as they did and still would have fulfilled the terms of the contract. The Venue offers a list of recommended vendors (so helpful!) but does not penalize you if you choose others (much appreciated!), in addition to offering an in-house decor package rental that is worth it if you use as much of their stuff as possible.
Thank you to the team for everything, we had the best time and appreciated every kindness along the way.

We had our wedding at Venue308 a few weekends ago, and it was incredible! The space is beautiful, and the extra room we rented for the cocktail hour was perfect for the 85 guests we had. The staff was amazing, from the months leading up to the actual day. Our day of coordinator, Jody, did an absolutely amazing job! She was so great to work with, covered all the bases and made sure everything came together perfectly! We cannot say enough good things about Venue308, they made the day completely stress free and so fun! Thank you so much to the team at Venue308!

Our 50 person wedding reception at Venue308 last summer was a dream. When I first walked through the venue I immediately knew it was the venue for us. It is so beautiful and unique in the details & incredibly well thought out spaces.

The bridal and groom suite are just so cool and made for such a great getting ready process. I love that they’re on different floors of the venue so we could both be there without seeing each other.

The planning process was made easy by the streamlined systems Venue308 has in place. I loved using the digital floor plan to plan where all the decor and seating would go. The ability to use the venue’s decor was a major selling point for me as it eliminated needing to add in an additional vendor.

All of the staff we worked with over the lengthy planning process were incredibly accommodating and flexible - even with multiple date changes due to COVID. We felt so taken care of and it really changed the expectations we had for customer service from other vendors!

Our wedding day was perfect in this stunning space, all of our guests just loved it. I will forever recommend this venue to everyone.

I had my wedding a couple weeks ago and I just wanted to take a moment to shout out the entire team at Venue 308, it is truly a beautiful space.
One of the features that sold it for us is there is getting ready areas for both bride and groom within the same building. You can have your ceremony and reception there, which makes it so much easier for everyone! They also offer a decor package at a fixed price, and you’re able to use anything from their inventory. This was so helpful cause they have basically everything you need, from arches, to variety of table numbers, to tea light candles its very extensive and honestly worth it! We only had to use minimal items of our own.
The entire team at the venue is so awesome, and offers exceptional service! They were very helpful, and was there with me every step in the planning process. They also just opened up a new event space right beside this venue and we were able to rent it for photo’s at a very reasonable rate, it would also make a great cocktail area. They truly think of every detail here, and we can’t recommend them enough! We are looking for a reason to book another event here cause it was the best day ever!