Rental Info
Your Event Specialists
Successful events are part of our business. That means we're able to provide a higher level of service and surroundings at a lower cost than traditional facilities, making your event the center of our attention. We offer a cost inclusive package to help you budget your event, thereby circumventing the additional surprises that you would find in other facilities.
Service without the Hassles
You'll have the benefit of a unique and clean facility, state of the art sound system, large video screen, free wi-fi access, multiple seating arrangements, one level access, lots of free parking and professional staff ready to help you with your needs. What you won't find are inflexible scheduling, loud conventions disrupting your meeting, last minute scrambles to locate staff or missing items, or extra charges. Our conference center offers a wide range of options that support events including day meetings, trade shows, wedding receptions and special celebrations. Each of our clients have specific needs and we stand ready to serve.
Availability You Can Count On
Portage la Prairie is centrally located on the Trans Canada Highway and near the Yellowhead Highway. The Glesby Centre is located conveniently in downtown Portage la Prairie with easy access to stores and shopping. When a meeting has been called, you need to book dates and times that fit your time frame. Unlike facilities that depend on large out-of-town convention business, we can guarantee reservations for local customers well in advance and often on short notice.
Get More For Your Meeting Dollar
With today’s costs companies have to cut back on expenses wherever they can and budgets for business meetings are often tight. When planning seminars and training sessions, cost to attendees is an important consideration, as higher costs can have a direct impact on attendance. At the Glesby Centre we’re well aware of the expenses many companies are facing and we've been able to eliminate many of the overhead costs of traditional meeting facilities. This puts us in a unique position to help manage your expenditures. You'll get the most value for your dollar, no matter what size of budget you have.
Leave All the Details to Us
Planning a meeting is a challenge and details can be frustrating. At the Glesby Centre we will work with you closely each step of the way, anticipating details and following through on the day of your meeting. We’ll help you with everything from room layout to catering to computers. Whether you're an experienced meeting planner or have never been responsible for a meeting before, we'll make your job easy and enjoyable.
Tailored To Your Specific Needs
No two meetings or events are alike. That's why we never take a cookie-cutter approach. And we have a wide range of room configurations and service options to choose from. So, whether you're planning the simplest of business meetings or an elaborate catered affair, you'll never end up settling for more or less than you need.
Audio/Visual Support
Most meetings these days involve some sort of audio/visual equipment: LCD panels, Video Projectors, Overheads, Flipcharts, TV/VCR, Audio and Video. The equipment that we provide is well maintained and state-of-the-art, and our staff is well trained on the use and setup, so that everything is guaranteed to function as you expect.
Administrative Services
Need a quick copy? Check your e-mail? Call the office? Print a document? Send a fax? Our business office is in the center of it all and we'll be happy to help you out with any request. We have courtesy phones, copy machines, fax machines, computer access, office supplies, and data lines for Internet access – all at your disposal.
