Venue overview
The Coeur des sciences UQAM offers three distinct spaces in downtown Montreal: a 340-seat amphitheater, a multifunctional agora that can accommodate up to 400 people standing, and a modular multipurpose room. Each space is equipped for conferences, seminars, colloquia, galas, and corporate events, with Wi-Fi, audiovisual equipment, and universal accessibility.
Rental of rooms and event spaces for conferences, seminars, colloquia, galas, and corporate events in Montreal
Venue features
- accessible Accès pour personne à mobilité réduite
- place Amphithéâtre
- place Centre ville (ou près)
- slideshow Équipement multimédia
- place Salle climatisée
- place Scène ou estrade
- local_parking Stationnement
- wb_sunny Luminosité naturelle (fenêtré)
- deck Terrasse / jardin / espace extérieur
Services
- wifi Internet sans fil (Wi-Fi)
- slideshow Projecteur multimédia
- check_circle Soutien Professionnel
- slideshow Écran et projecteur
- check_circle Équipements audiovisuels
- local_bar Permis de boisson
- check_circle Système d'éclairage
- check_circle Système de son
- check_circle Téléviseur et dvd
- check_circle Visionconférence
- check_circle Tables et chaises
Suitable event types
- Coaching
- Colloquiums
- Conferences
- Congresses
- Corporate events
- Trainings
- Galas
- Meetings
- Seminars
- Cocktails
- Business dinners
- Exhibitions
- Product launches
- Fundraisers
- Office parties
- Benefit evenings
- 5 to 7
Room rental for seminars in Montreal, Ville-Marie: request a quote for a corporate format
The Coeur des sciences UQAM is a corporate event venue located at 200 Sherbrooke Street West, right in downtown Montreal. With three distinct spaces — a 340-seat amphitheater, an industrial-style agora for 400 standing people, and a modular multipurpose room for up to 400 people — this complex meets the needs of corporate teams planning a seminar, colloquium, congress, training, or gala. If you are looking for a seminar room in Montreal with a complete technical infrastructure and guaranteed universal accessibility, this site is a concrete starting point to evaluate.
The spaces are located between the Sherbrooke Pavilion (200 Sherbrooke Street West) and the Pierre-Dansereau Science Complex (175 President Kennedy Avenue). Each room has its own characteristics in terms of area, configuration, and technical equipment, making direct comparison useful before any booking.
Quick quote and meeting room booking in Montreal: what you need to check first
Before launching a quote request, here are the key points to validate for this venue:
- Maximum capacity: 400 standing people (Agora and Multipurpose Room), 340 seated people (Amphitheater)
- Types of events covered: conference, seminar, colloquium, congress, training, gala, cocktail dinner, business dinner, product launch, exhibition, benefit evening, 5 to 7
- Included equipment by room: Wi-Fi, projectors, screens, sound systems, variable lighting, videoconferencing (depending on the room)
- Mandatory technician: For the Amphitheater and the Agora, technical supervision is mandatory and at the tenant's expense
- Furniture: not included in some rooms (rental upon request depending on availability)
- Accessibility: wheelchair access available (via 201 President Kennedy Avenue for the Sherbrooke Pavilion)
Compare conference and seminar rooms in Montreal: Coeur des sciences UQAM against corporate criteria
When an HR team or general management seeks to rent a conference room in Montreal, several criteria come into play simultaneously: the exact gauge, the available configuration, the level of integrated technical equipment, and the flexibility of layout. The Coeur des sciences UQAM presents an atypical profile compared to a traditional convention center.
The Amphitheater (SH-2800) is calibrated for large conferences with a speaker on stage: 340 seats in three sections, three projection screens of different sizes, two soundproof booths for simultaneous translation, and a dedicated technical control room. It is the most constrained room in terms of configuration (no on-site catering, no additional chairs), but also the best equipped for a large-scale broadcast event.
The Agora (CO-R500) operates on a very different register: industrial vault, architectural lighting, total configuration flexibility (cocktail, theater, banquet), and access to an outdoor area. The Multipurpose Room (SH-4800), on the other hand, is the largest in area (442 m²) and can be divided into two independent parts thanks to a removable partition, making it particularly suitable for events with multiple simultaneous zones.
5 decisive criteria for room rental in Montreal in a corporate event context
- The actual gauge by configuration: do not confuse standing capacity and theater or banquet capacity — the numbers vary significantly depending on the chosen layout.
- The technical model: some rooms require a dedicated technician (costs borne by the tenant), others allow you to call on the provider of your choice.
- The furniture: in several spaces of the Coeur des sciences, tables and chairs are not included in the base rental price and are subject to separate rental.
- The divisibility: the Multipurpose Room can be split into 1/3 – 2/3, which offers real flexibility to combine workshop and cocktail space during the same event.
- Accessibility for people with reduced mobility: wheelchair access is confirmed for the spaces of the Sherbrooke Pavilion via 201 President Kennedy Avenue.
Method for booking a professional meeting room at the Coeur des sciences UQAM
Identify the room suitable for your event format
The first step is to cross your expected number of participants with the format of your event. A colloquium with speakers on stage will lead to the Amphitheater. A cocktail dinner or gala with flexible scenography will be better served by the Agora or the Multipurpose Room. A training session with several simultaneous workshops can take advantage of the removable partition of the Multipurpose Room.
Anticipate technical and logistical costs outside of rental
Several cost items are external to the rental rate of the room itself: the fees of the audiovisual technician (mandatory for the Amphitheater and supervised by the technical director for the Agora), the rental of furniture (tables, chairs not included in some spaces), and the activation of internet connections on the floor of the Multipurpose Room (additional cost upon request). These elements must be included in the budget forecast from the planning phase.
Coordinate delivery logistics according to the pavilion
The two pavilions use different delivery entrances: 200 Sherbrooke Street West for the SH spaces, and Jeanne-Mance Street for the Agora of the Pierre-Dansereau Science Complex. This distinction is important if your event involves scenographic material, exhibitors, or an external caterer.
Room capacities for seminars and conferences at the Coeur des sciences UQAM – Montreal
The table below summarizes the capacity information from official data for each of the three rooms available for rent:
| Room Name | Max Seated Capacity | Max Standing Capacity | Total Area | Available Configurations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amphitheater (SH-2800) | 340 | — | 395 m² | Theater (340 fixed seats) |
| Agora of the Coeur des sciences (CO-R500) | 225 (theater) / 180 (banquet) | 400 | ~300 m² | Cocktail, theater, banquet |
| Multipurpose Room (SH-4800) | 350 (theater) / 225 (banquet) | 400 | 442 m² | Cocktail, theater, banquet, divisible 1/3–2/3 |
Note: the Multipurpose Room can be rented in its entirety or in two independent parts (173 m² and 269 m²). The Amphitheater has 340 fixed seats divided into three sections; no additional chairs can be added.
Services and equipment available for your corporate event and meeting room rental in Montreal
Technical equipment by room
The Amphitheater is the most technically equipped room: HD Sanyo projector 8,000 lumens, three screens (stage background 133″×236″, stage frame 192.5″×308″, mid-room 120″×192″), two soundproof booths for simultaneous translators, dedicated technical control room, Wi-Fi, lectern with RGB connections. The Agora has a removable screen of 20 ft × 16 ft, a pre-recorded variable lighting system, two independent technical grids (height 5.10 m), Wi-Fi, sound system, audiovisual equipment, liquor permits, and videoconferencing. The Multipurpose Room includes Wi-Fi, screen and projector, audiovisual equipment, and sound system; internet connections on the floor are activatable upon request (additional cost).
What is not included by default
- Furniture (tables, chairs): not included in the Agora and the Multipurpose Room — rental upon request depending on availability
- Technical equipment of the Multipurpose Room: the tenant can call on the provider of their choice or the UQAM Audiovisual Service
- Audiovisual technician for the Amphitheater: mandatory presence, costs borne by the tenant
- Technical supervision for the Agora: the technical director must authorize and supervise the installations, but is not responsible for support during the event
Steps to submit a quote request and confirm room booking in Montreal
- Define your format: number of participants, type of event (conference, seminar, colloquium, gala, cocktail…), desired configuration (theater, banquet, cocktail), date and duration.
- Identify the room: cross your gauge and format with the capacities in the table above to target one or two candidate rooms.
- List the required equipment: determine if the equipment included in the room meets your needs or if additional rental is necessary (furniture, technical equipment).
- Anticipate additional costs: mandatory technician for the Amphitheater, technical supervision for the Agora, activation of internet connections for the Multipurpose Room, furniture rental.
- Plan delivery logistics: identify the correct delivery entrance according to the pavilion (200 Sherbrooke Street West or Jeanne-Mance Street).
- Submit your quote request: send all this information to obtain a confirmation of availability and a complete estimate.
Checklist for your quote request for meeting room and seminar rental
Before sending your request, make sure you have gathered the following elements:
- Desired date(s) and times (including setup and teardown times)
- Exact number of expected participants
- Event format (conference with speaker, training, cocktail, banquet, exhibition…)
- Desired configuration (theater, banquet, cocktail, mixed)
- Technical equipment needs (projection, sound, simultaneous translation, videoconferencing)
- Furniture needs (tables, chairs — not included in some rooms)
- Catering or catering service needs (liquor permit available for the Agora)
- Accessibility requirements for people with reduced mobility
- Delivery logistics (scenographic material, exhibitors, caterer)
Points of vigilance before finalizing the room rental for a conference at the Coeur des sciences UQAM
Several constraints specific to this venue should be integrated early in the planning. In the Amphitheater, it is strictly forbidden to add chairs, eat, or drink: this rule excludes any cocktail or catering formula in this space. If your event includes a meal break or a cocktail, plan for an additional space.
For the Agora, furniture is not included in the rental price: tables and chairs are subject to a separate order depending on availability. The same applies to the Multipurpose Room. Always integrate this item into your initial budget.
The fees for the audiovisual technician apply in addition to the rental rate for the Amphitheater and potentially for the Agora. These variable costs can significantly influence the overall budget depending on the duration and technical complexity of your event. Request a separate technical quote for each item.
The Multipurpose Room has internet connections on the floor, but their activation is chargeable and upon request. If your event requires wired connections for exhibitors or workstations, anticipate this request when booking.
FAQ – Meeting and conference room rental at the Coeur des sciences UQAM
What is the maximum capacity of the rooms at the Coeur des sciences UQAM?
The maximum capacity is 400 standing people for the Agora (CO-R500) and the Multipurpose Room (SH-4800). The Amphitheater (SH-2800) accommodates 340 people in theater configuration with fixed seats.
Is furniture (tables and chairs) included in the rental?
No, not in all rooms. For the Agora and the Multipurpose Room, no furniture is included in the base rental price. A table and chair rental service is offered upon request and depending on availability.
Is an audiovisual technician mandatory?
Yes, for the Amphitheater, the presence of a technician from the UQAM Audiovisual Service is mandatory during any use of the room (colloquia, congresses, conferences). The costs of the technician and the equipment used are borne by the tenant. For the Agora, the technical director must authorize and supervise all audiovisual installations, but does not provide technical support during the event.
Can the multipurpose room be divided to accommodate two simultaneous events?
Yes, the Multipurpose Room (SH-4800) is equipped with a removable partition allowing it to be divided into two independent parts: a small part of approximately 173 m² (1/3) and a large part of approximately 269 m² (2/3).
Is access provided for people with reduced mobility?
Yes, the spaces of the Sherbrooke Pavilion are accessible to wheelchairs via 201 President Kennedy Avenue (through the 3rd floor of the PK pavilion and then the CB pavilion). The Agora also has access for people with reduced mobility.
How to organize a corporate event with catering in these spaces?
The Amphitheater strictly prohibits the consumption of food and drinks in the room. The Agora has a liquor permit. For catering, it is recommended to plan for an additional space or coordinate an external caterer; the Multipurpose Room has an un-equipped kitchenette (sink, faucet, counter) to accommodate light catering service.
Book or request a quote for a seminar room in Montreal
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Rental of seminar and conference room at the Coeur des sciences UQAM – Montreal
Three distinct spaces in downtown Montreal: 340-seat amphitheater, industrial agora for 400 standing people, and 442 m² modular multipurpose room, all equipped for conferences, seminars, colloquia, and corporate events.
The Coeur des sciences UQAM, located in the heart of downtown Montreal, offers three rooms with complementary profiles for businesses and organizations planning a medium or large-scale professional event.
The Amphitheater (SH-2800) accommodates up to 340 people in fixed seats with stage, three screens, and two booths for simultaneous translation. The Agora (CO-R500) offers distinctive industrial architecture for galas, cocktails, and colloquia for up to 400 standing people. The Multipurpose Room (SH-4800), with its divisible 442 m², is suitable for hybrid formats combining workshops, exhibitions, and cocktails.
Each space has its own technical characteristics, constraints, and rental conditions. Precisely comparing these parameters — capacity, included equipment, additional costs, delivery logistics — is essential before confirming a booking.
Three spaces at the Coeur des sciences UQAM for your corporate events in Montreal
Amphitheater SH-2800 – 340 seated
Fixed conference room with 40 m² stage, three projection screens, two booths for simultaneous translation, and dedicated technical control room. Ideal for congresses, colloquia, and large conferences. Audiovisual technician mandatory (costs borne by the tenant).
Agora CO-R500 – up to 400 standing
Multifunctional industrial-style space (~300 m²) with architectural lighting, liquor permit, sound system, videoconferencing, and outdoor access. Available configurations: cocktail (400), theater (225), banquet (180). Furniture available for rental upon request.
Multipurpose Room SH-4800 – 442 m² modular
The largest room on site, divisible into 1/3–2/3 thanks to a removable partition. Natural lighting from skylight and windows. Configurations: cocktail (~400), theater (~350), banquet (~225). Equipment and furniture not included, available for rental.
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Amphithéâtre (SH-2800)
Amphithéâtre de 340 fauteuils fixes avec scène, trois écrans de projection, deux loges pour traduction simultanée et régie technique dédiée, au centre-ville de Montréal.
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Location de l'Amphithéâtre SH-2800 pour conférence et colloque à Montréal
L'Amphithéâtre (SH-2800) du pavillon Sherbrooke, situé au 200, rue Sherbrooke Ouest à Montréal, est configuré pour les grands événements de diffusion : conférences avec orateurs en scène, colloques, congrès, formations en grand groupe, galas et séminaires à forte jauge. Sa capacité de 340 fauteuils fixes, répartis en trois sections (174 en avant, 140 en arrière, 26 sur les côtés), en fait un espace dédié à la transmission de contenu devant un public nombreux.
Caractéristiques techniques de la salle pour conférence
L'infrastructure technique est complète et intégrée. La salle dispose d'un projecteur HD Sanyo de 8 000 lumens, de trois écrans de dimensions distinctes — fond de scène (133″×236″), cadre scène (192,5″×308″) et mi-salle (120″×192″) — permettant une visibilité optimale depuis toutes les sections. Un lutrin avec branchements RGB et prise de courant pour ordinateur portable est disponible en scène. Deux loges insonorisées (SH-3440 : 11 m², SH-3430 : 10 m²) sont dédiées à la traduction simultanée. Deux îlots de sonorisation sont possibles. Le Wi-Fi est disponible dans la salle. La régie technique est équipée pour la sonorisation et la projection. La présence d'un technicien du Service de l'audiovisuel de l'UQAM est obligatoire pour toute utilisation ; ses honoraires et les frais de matériel sont à la charge du locataire.
Dimensions, contraintes et accessibilité pour la réservation
La superficie totale de l'Amphithéâtre est de 395 m² (4 252 pi²). La profondeur totale de la salle atteint 30 m, pour une largeur comprise entre 12,5 m et 14 m. La scène mesure 5 m de profondeur et 7,5 m de largeur en avant (5,5 m en arrière), avec une superficie scène et arrière-scène de 40 m². Contrainte importante : il est strictement interdit d'ajouter des chaises, de manger ou de boire dans cette salle. L'accès pour les personnes à mobilité réduite est assuré par le 201, avenue du Président-Kennedy (via le 3e étage du pavillon PK puis du pavillon CB). Les livraisons s'effectuent au 200, rue Sherbrooke Ouest. Un stationnement est disponible à proximité du lieu.
- Seated: 1 - 340
- Standing: 1 - 1
- Services: Internet sans fil (Wi-Fi), Projecteur multimédia, Soutien Professionnel
- Event types: Coaching, Colloquiums, Conferences, Congresses, Corporate events, Trainings
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Agora du Coeur des sciences (CO-R500)
Salle événementielle de style industriel pouvant accueillir jusqu'à 400 personnes debout, avec éclairage architectural, équipements audiovisuels et permis de boisson, au centre-ville de Montréal.
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Location de l'Agora CO-R500 – Salle multifonctionnelle pour événement corporatif à Montréal
L'Agora du Coeur des sciences (CO-R500) est située dans la cour intérieure du Complexe des sciences Pierre-Dansereau, au 175, avenue du Président-Kennedy à Montréal. Cet espace se distingue par son architecture : installée dans l'ancienne forge de l'École technique de Montréal, la salle présente une voûte de style industriel valorisée par un éclairage architectural bleuté. Elle est adaptée aux galas, colloques, lancements de produit, dîners d'affaires, cocktails dinatoires, soirées-bénéfice et expositions corporatives.
Capacité et configurations disponibles pour séminaire et gala
L'Agora offre trois configurations distinctes : cocktail pour 400 personnes, théâtre pour 225 personnes et banquet pour 180 personnes. La superficie totale est d'environ 300 m² (3 228 pi²), avec une longueur de 27,1 m et une largeur variant entre 10,4 m (côté ouest) et 11,6 m (côté est). Des stores manuels équipent toutes les fenêtres ; des stores coulissants électriques sont installés aux puits de lumière. L'espace bénéficie d'une luminosité naturelle et d'un accès à un espace extérieur. Important : aucun mobilier (tables, chaises) n'est inclus dans la location ; un service de location est proposé sur demande selon les disponibilités.
Équipements techniques et conditions de location de salle de réunion professionnelle
L'Agora est équipée de deux grilles techniques indépendantes avant/arrière (hauteur 5,10 m / 16,75 pi), d'un écran amovible de 20 pi × 16 pi, d'un système d'éclairage variable préenregistré, d'un système de son, d'équipements audiovisuels, d'un écran et projecteur, du Wi-Fi, de la visioconférence, d'un téléviseur/DVD et d'un permis de boisson. Le directeur technique du Coeur des sciences doit autoriser et superviser toutes les installations audiovisuelles ; il n'est cependant pas responsable du soutien technique pendant l'événement. Ses honoraires et les frais de matériel sont à la charge du locataire. Les livraisons s'effectuent par l'entrée du , rue Jeanne-Mance. L'accès pour les personnes à mobilité réduite est disponible.
- Seated: 1 - 250
- Standing: 1 - 400
- Services: Écran et projecteur, Équipements audiovisuels, Internet sans fil (Wi-Fi), Permis de boisson, Système d'éclairage, Système de son
- Event types: Cocktails, Colloquiums, Conferences, Congresses, Business dinners, Corporate events
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Salle polyvalente (SH-4800)
Salle modulable de 442 m² divisible en deux parties, pouvant accueillir jusqu'à 400 personnes debout ou 350 en configuration théâtre, avec éclairage naturel et Wi-Fi, au pavillon Sherbrooke à Montréal.
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Location de la Salle polyvalente SH-4800 – Espace modulable pour séminaire et exposition à Montréal
La Salle polyvalente (SH-4800) du pavillon Sherbrooke, au 200, rue Sherbrooke Ouest à Montréal, est l'espace le plus grand du site avec ses 442 m² de superficie totale (4 758 pi²). Sa particularité réside dans sa divisibilité : une cloison amovible à revêtement en fer galvanisé permet de la fractionner en deux parties indépendantes — une petite section de 173 m² (1/3) et une grande section de 269 m² (2/3). Cette configuration est particulièrement adaptée aux événements corporatifs combinant atelier, formation, exposition de partenaires et espace cocktail au sein d'un même programme.
Capacités et aménagements pour location salle réunion et événement d'entreprise
La Salle polyvalente peut accueillir environ 400 personnes en cocktail, environ 350 en configuration théâtre et environ 225 en banquet. La hauteur libre varie entre 4,6 m et 5,2 m. L'éclairage naturel provient d'un grand lanterneau central et de deux verrières latérales (côtés est et ouest). L'éclairage artificiel par fluorescents et lampes incandescentes est contrôlé par rhéostats. Des prises Internet sont disponibles dans chacune des 13 trappes au plancher (activation sur demande, coût additionnel). Une cuisinette non équipée (évier, robinet, comptoir) est disponible pour accommoder un service traiteur léger. Une structure d'accrochage au plafond est présente (accès limité). À noter : aucun équipement ni mobilier n'est inclus dans la location de base ; tables et chaises sont disponibles en location sur demande selon les disponibilités.
Équipements, accès et points de vigilance pour la réservation
La salle dispose du Wi-Fi, d'un écran et projecteur, d'équipements audiovisuels, d'un système de son et de tables et chaises en location. Pour l'équipement technique, le locataire peut faire appel au fournisseur de son choix ou au Service de l'audiovisuel de l'UQAM. L'accès pour les personnes à mobilité réduite est assuré par le 201, avenue du Président-Kennedy (via le 3e étage du pavillon PK puis du pavillon CB). Les livraisons s'effectuent au 200, rue Sherbrooke Ouest. Un stationnement est disponible à proximité. La salle est climatisée et dotée d'une scène ou estrade.
- Seated: 1 - 350
- Standing: 1 - 400
- Services: Écran et projecteur, Équipements audiovisuels, Internet sans fil (Wi-Fi), Système de son, Tables et chaises
- Event types: Coaching, Cocktails, Colloquiums, Conferences, Congresses, Business dinners
