Gasp! A refectory turned conference center? You are standing before the Loyola Jesuit Hall and Conference Center. This multi-purpose venue opened its doors in 2012. It stands on Concordia’s west-end campus. It is open to the public. The Loyola Jesuit Hall and Conference Center is warm and inviting.
Let’s step inside. Notice the decor. It is a deft combination of modern and traditional styles. Blonde wood doors and floors contrast with dark wood window and door frames. A gas fireplace and leather couches add coziness. Glass walls and steel lighting fixtures give a contemporary feel.
This building was once the Refectory. It was one of the original Loyola Campus buildings. It was built in the shape of a cross. It had elegant dining halls and an infirmary. A distinctive sundial graced the south face. Over time, the Refectory suffered unfortunate renovations. It fell into disrepair.
But don’t worry. The integrity of the building remained intact. The renovations restored many special features. New facilities were added. These include an alumni center, a lounge space and a conference center. There is also a kitchen and catering facilities. Offices and multipurpose meeting spaces complete the picture. The Loyola Jesuit Hall is once again an important gathering place.
On the main level, you will find a welcoming lounge area. Three conference halls are also located here. They are named Salon Stanford Family, Salon O’Brien Family and Salon Loyola Alumni. On the upper level, there is a seminar room. Two small conference rooms are here as well. They are connected by a lounge. This is home to the Salon Rod Rousseau Family.
The Loyola Jesuit Hall has state-of-the-art equipment. It also retains its original charm and history. The center is ideally suited to host various events. These include meetings, workshops and receptions. It can also host weddings as well as business and personal events. The team at Hospitality Concordia will help you plan your next event. They will create a memorable experience for you and your guests.
Loyola’s history stretches back over a century. It has served Montreal’s English Catholic community for years. Before 1896, Loyola was the English section of Collège Ste-Marie. This college was founded in 1848. In 1896, Loyola College moved to Bleury and St. Catherine Street. A fire forced the school to move again in 1898. Finally, in 1916, Loyola College moved to this campus on Sherbrooke Street.
In 1974, Loyola College and Sir George Williams University merged. This formed Concordia University. The Loyola Jesuit Hall and Conference Center stands as a testament to Loyola’s enduring legacy. It blends history and modernity. It serves as a vibrant space for community and connection.