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Conferencing & Space Rental

Conferencing & Space Rental at Loyola House

Whether you’re planning a staff retreat, leadership workshop, training session, or community gathering, Loyola House at Ignatius Jesuit Centre offers a unique venue rooted in peace and hospitality.

Located on over 600 acres of forest, field, and farmland just minutes from Guelph, Loyola House provides a quiet and contemplative environment that is ideal for groups looking to step away from the noise and distractions of everyday life to focus, reflect, and connect.

Spaces Designed for Presence and Purpose

Loyola House offers a variety of meeting and gathering spaces that can accommodate small groups or larger assemblies. Whether you need a single room for a day-long workshop or full access to the retreat house for a multi-day program, we’ll work with you to support the goals of your event.

Available spaces include:

  • Meeting rooms of various sizes, suitable for presentations, workshops, or breakout sessions.
  • A large chapel, ideal for quiet reflection or collective gatherings.
  • Comfortable bedrooms for overnight retreats or multi-day stays.
  • Spacious dining facilities, offering healthy meals made with local ingredients often sourced from our on-site organic Ignatius Farm.
  • Walking trails and contemplative outdoor areas, including access to the forest, meadows, and Marden Creek.

Each space is simple, well-maintained, and intentionally free of distractions—supporting attentiveness, reflection, and dialogue.

Hospitality with Heart

At Loyola House, we believe hospitality is an extension of our spiritual mission. Our staff welcomes each group with care and flexibility, offering personalized support throughout your stay. We provide:

  • On-site catering with options to meet a variety of dietary needs.
  • Accessible facilities, including parking and building access.
  • Audio-visual equipment and reliable Wi-Fi in designated areas.
  • Support for retreat planning or facilitation, if desired.

Whether you’re seeking a quiet place to reconnect as a team, a focused environment for strategic work, or a restful setting to nourish community, Loyola House is a space where depth and clarity naturally emerge.

To inquire about availability, pricing, or to schedule a tour of Loyola House, please contact us. We’d be honoured to host your next gathering in a space where contemplation and community flourish side by side.

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