Conventions

Organization is our BUSINESS!

Destination Shawinigan !

1000 and 1 reasons to come to us !

Conveniently located between Québec and Montréal, the Centre de Congrès de l’Auberge Gouverneur Shawinigan (Convention Centre) presents a highly interesting option that is well worth considering. Your guests will enjoy the special attractions of a full-service convention centre in a rural setting that is only a few minutes from downtown. There are many advantages to choosing our Convention Centre »»   Room Plans Our clients have always appreciated the accessibility and conviviality of our rooms, which are all on the same level and offer a wide range of setup possibilities. Our trained, efficient banquet team will set up your rooms exactly as you wish. And our employees are attentive, available and courteous. Look at the plans

Free parking Competitive rates Personalized service from the beginning to the end of your event Rural setting, view over the St. Maurice River   Booth at the river’s edge for the cocktail hour Guest rooms and convention rooms close together Fair Centre close by Implication of the Shawinigan Local Development Centre (CLD) in nominating candidate Themed restaurants close by (Thai, Mexican, Micro-brewery...) 10% off at the Fitness Centre (Centre de Santé) for all groups Corporate suite and hospitality suite available Prime tourist destination Possibility of shuttles to the Fair Centre Activities for spouses

 

Sales and coordination team

It’s all in the details !

Our coordinators will be glad to speak to you on the phone or meet with you to provide judicious advice and information on the organization of your event. Our attentive team members will take the time required to search all the available resources to be sure that nothing is left to chance in the arrangements.

The main advantage of our approach is that you are always dealing with the same person throughout the process, including the reception. Information does not get skewed and you can trust us to organize your event efficiently.

Our coordinators were chosen for their professionalism, their courtesy, their attention to detail and especially for their enthusiasm for their work. Our team is young and full of energy, with excellent organization skills.

The coordinators have an overall view of your event and they are in contact with all the departments involved. They will see to it that your meeting or your convention will measure up to your requirements.

 

Services offered by our team :

• Pre-convention visit
• Working out room plans
• Checking availability of hotel rooms in the region
• Advisory service on resources in the region
• Suggestions for tourism activities in the region

Meet our Sales and Coordination Team

 

Gourmet Cuisine

Chef Éric Cajolet and his gang will be delighted to concoct enticing, delectable meals for your guests. Be ready for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience! Our cooks’ passion for their art is reflected in the dishes served at our restaurant and banquets.

An impressive variety of menus is available for conventions and banquets. We can provide table d’hôte menus, dinner cocktails, appetizers or our famous buffets. Over the years, our buffets have enjoyed continued popularity with our customers because of their attractive presentation and the multitude of delicious options offered.

The coordinators will be glad to help you make the right choices for your guests.

 

Audiovisual, sound, lights Our Convention Centre offers a wide range of equipment for rent. For a more complete service or for a much larger event, we will make sure you are taken care of by qualified professionals. To give you a greater voice in the preparation of your meetings, we let you choose the audio visual company you prefer. The coordinators will provide all the necessary information on the options that are open to you in this area.   Maintenance The hotel will take care of maintenance (housekeeping) in the Main Hall and in the meeting rooms. Our professional team will make sure the premises are kept clean.

Internet and telecommunications The Auberge Gouverneur Shawinigan keeps up-to-date with new trends and technologies. Here is a brief list of what we have to offer: High speed wireless Internet throughout the hotel Cell phone coverage by the four major Canadian service providers Telephones available for clients in the Main Hall Business centre with work stations and printer Print and copy service Computer assistance service as required