CONFERENCE CENTRE

FCJ Retreat & Conference Centre is an incredible historic space with

great location, wonderful ambiance, and free parking!

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Nestled in a park-like setting on the banks of the Elbow River, the FCJ Retreat & Conference Centre offers non-profit organizations an exclusive location gathering place for meetings, conferences, retreats and special events.

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With conference rooms and lodging designed to inspire the mind and soothe the spirit, as well as exceptional food to nourish the body, the FCJ Centre is a wellness plan for non-profits that allows them to renew and recharge. 

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Whatever the need, from one person, a small group, or 200, every package is completely customized to our client's* exact needs and specifications ~ in ways that will enhance the meeting or conference experience.

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*Charitable/Non-Profit Organizations and Interfaith Community.  

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The FCJ Centre: SOLUTION-FOCUSED POSSIBILITIES

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Our experienced and friendly staff are committed to the ultimate success of your event. We offer customized services, focusing on every detail while ensuring the most cost-effective package. 

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• Unique multi-use conference and meeting rooms for 2 to 125 guests

• Comfortable overnight accommodation for up to 50 guests

• Excellent full catering services

• Cost-effective

• Centrally located in the Mission area - 10 blocks from downtown Calgary

• Nestled in a park-like setting on the banks of the Elbow River

• 6-outdoor sites (meditation gardens, Lourdes Grotto, Labyrinth, Stations of the Cross, Peace Pole, and fire pit)

• Indoor Spaces (lending library, meditation spaces, large Chapel)

• Audio/visual equipment rental available 

• Wheelchair accessible

• Complementary Wi-Fi

• On-site parking!

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To schedule a tour or inquire about booking an event, please contact our Booking Coordinator at

(403) 228-4215, or EMAIL. 

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There's nothing like seeing the beauty and experience the ambience of the FCJ Centre!

WATCH THIS 2 MINUTE VIDEO

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Amenities

Welcome to the FCJ Retreat & Conference Centre, a corporate ministry of the Sisters, Faithful Companion of Jesus (FCJ), conveniently located in downtown Calgary.  Our peaceful grounds and lovely retreat centre are nestled on the banks of the Elbow River, ideal for retreats, meetings, workshops, and conferences. Whatever sized need, from one person to a small group to a large group of up to 200, we will customize programs to meet your needs in ways that will enhance your experience. We serve all charitable and non-profit organizations. To tour of our facilities or inquire about booking an event, please call us at (403) 228-4215, EMAIL.

The Grounds

Need a place for your next staff day? We invite all non-profit organizations to "Discover our Centre...".

A hidden 'Oasis' in the heart of downtown, the FCJ Christian Life Centre has three main conference rooms to host your function. Unique within itself, each room can be configured to meet the needs of your group, taking into consideration the size and objective of your booking.

BOOKING & CANCELLATION POLICIES

Please be aware of the following:

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Rates to book our conference rooms depend on the nature of your booking. There are general categories to look at when pricing your event. These include: 

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• Number of participants;

• Type of event - day(s) workshop - generally meaning commute or a several day event, perhaps needing live-in accommodation; and 

• Request for meal(s) and/or coffee refreshment break(s). 

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All of these factors will determine your cost. *Note: There is no extra charge for parking, 

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Once a tentative date has been set aside for your group, a contract will be sent out to you. You will need to sign the contract and return it to us with a deposit as set out in your contract. Your booking is not considered secured until we have received both, the signed contract and deposit. Our general booking policy requires a deposit of one-third the projected cost of your booking, which will be used against the final cost of your event. Deposits are waived for bookings within thirty (30) days, however, the contract must be signed and returned. If the booking is cancelled, the deposit then becomes a cancellation fee, and the group WILL BE invoiced for this fee. 

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CANCELLATION POLICY

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Deposit will be refunded, less administration fee, for bookings made more than three (3) months in advance ONLY when the FCJ Retreat & Conference Centre is given ninety (90) days notice. The exact start date of the booking as stated in the contract is what is used as reference. NOTE: ALL CANCELLATIONS MUST BE MADE IN WRITING. 

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Cancellations made after deadline dates, as stated in the contract, result in forfeit of the full deposit. A group whose deposit fee was waived, will be invoiced. Deposit fees now become cancellation fees. 

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Any cancellation made within one (1) business week of the booking, result in being invoiced for the full amount of the projected cost of the booking as stated in the contract. 

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EXCEPTION: If a cancelled booking is moved to another available date within the same month (minimum of five (5) days notice must be given, then the deposit will be transferred to the new date. 

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Any questions regarding conference room availability, estimate on costs, or our cancellation policy, please contact our Booking Coordinator at (403) 228-4215, or EMAIL.