The Galiano Club

The "South End Hall" is a hub of the Galiano community, and many of our local events are held there on an ongoing basis. It is also a favourite place for concerts, dances, weddings, plays, exhibitions, lectures, etc. The kitchen has been newly renovated with convection ovens, industrial sinks, counters and cupboards and all manner of conveniences, and we're quite proud of it.Please call the Hall at (250) 539-2175 for more information. Leave a message and someone will return your call as soon as possible. *Please note that the on-line calendar is updated regularly, but might not reflect the most recent bookings. You must confirm your request by speaking to the scheduler on the telephone before assuming the time you desire is available. The following information can be downloaded as a brochure for printing: Download Hall Rates, Regulations, and Setup information. (PDF, 488KB)

include use of Hall and standard lighting.Extra charges are made for tech equipment and the propane stove (see below).

Weekday: 

Hourly:.....................................................$10.

Weekend:

Hourly:......................................................$15. 

Daily:

Mornings, 8-12 noon. ..............................$35.

Afternoons, noon - 5 pm. .........................$45.

Day, 8-5pm..............................................$60.

Evenings, 5 pm-midnight......................... $60.

Days & evenings, 8 am-midnight ......... .$110.

Fridays, 5 pm-midnight ......................... $140.

Saturdays, Spin-midnight ........................$160.

Weekends:

Saturday, Sunday and Holiday Mondays:Non-profit, per day, 8-5 pm .................. $110.

Day & evening (Fri & Sat) .....................$210.

Commercial rate:

per day ................................................. $160.

2 day commercial rate............................. $280.

3 day commercial rate ........................... $400.Commercial rates apply when the hall is rented as a retail outlet; for a commercial venture.

Kitchen rental rates: 

Using propane stove  ............................$ 30.

Tech Equipment:

Sound Equipment ................................$ 50

Projector ..............................................$ 35

For more information regarding tech equipment, please contact Wreford at 250-539- 3644.

Security Deposit:

A security deposit of 50% is required at the time of booking. This will confirm and secure your booking. You will be billed for the remainder of the rental cost following your event. Extra costs may be incurred if extra cleaning is required or if damages to the hall occur. 

Cancellation Fee:

A 10% cancellation fee will be applied to users cancelling less than 7 days prior to the booking time. 

These rates are subject to change. Please check them with booking director when arranging for Hall rental.Rental rates are kept low by fund raising efforts of the Galiano Club. Please help us when you can.

Hall regulations:

The key for the Hall is available at The Corner Store and must be signed out.

Smoking is not permitted in the Hall.

The Hall seating capacity is 100 people. Do not block exits or access to kitchen. Keep Fire Exits and wheelchair washroom access clear at all times. All outside lights should be switched on for evening events; these switches are located inside the Hall vestibule and inside the main Hall on the wall to the left of the door.

Some large banquet tables are stored on sliding trays located under the stage itself; the chairs and some card tables can be found behind the door located to the right of the main Hall entrance door.' An assortment of dishes, glasses and cutlery is in the kitchen cupboards and drawers. After use, rinse clean and place into the sterilizer (instructions posted). Coffee makers use regular "perk grind" coffee. Instructions for using the propane gas stove are posted.

For events serving liquor:The renter is responsible for getting a Liquor License, purchasing liquor and ensuring servers hold a "Serve It Right" certificate. Consumption of alcohol is not permitted without a liquor license and is not permitted outside the hall.

Events must cease at 1am and the hall must be cleared and locked by 2am. 

Fire: Open fires are strictly prohibited, but candles contained in "chimneys" are permitted on tables. 

Cleaning:Sweep the floors in kitchen, bar, and main hall; wipe kitchen counters. Check that all garbage/recyclable material is removed from bldg. Cleaning the Hall is an expense. A cleaning fee will be added to the rent if extra cleaning is required. Cleaning materials are located in cupboards near kitchen exit door.

Garbage:The renter is responsible for removal of garbage, including food waste (compost). Please recycle cans, bottles, papers, plastics.

Closing and Locking the Hall:Return all chairs and tables to storage areas; all dishes and cutlery to cupboards and drawers. Start at the rear of the building and ensure that every door and window is shut and locked, that all lights are out in the: prop room, dressing room, backstage area, kitchen and main hall area, outside.Return thermostat to '15' (in winter time only).A "comments book" is located in the kitchen: all Hall users are encouraged to add suggestions, observations, etc.Please leave the Hall as clean and neat as you found it.Any damage should be reported to the HallMonitor as soon as possible after an event.  Return key to the Corner Store. 

Emergencies:Telephone 911 For Police, Fire, Ambulance; a phone is located in the kitchen (539-2175). Fire extinguishers are situated throughout the Hall. A First Aid kit is in the kitchen, to the left of the entrance door.The Galiano Club appoints a Hall Monitor each month to be responsible for Hall activities. Should you need further assistance or have any questions concerning your use of the hall, please contact Yvonne at 250-539-5815.