In the heart of Montreal's garment district
A light-filled event space for Montreal's makers
1,250 sq ft of open studio on Saint-Laurent, with soft north light, a separate kitchen and room for up to 180 guests.
About the space
Where Montreal's makers meet
For over a century, Chabanel has been where Montreal's clothes get made. Today its old factory floors belong to independent designers, emerging brands and fabric suppliers, and our studio sits right in the middle of it all.
Core Fabrics has always been about the people who make things: independent fashion designers, local brands and home sewists alike. This studio gives that community a place to meet, learn and build together. When makers come together, local and thoughtful fashion becomes a real answer to fast fashion.
- 1,250 sq ftOpen, modular studio
- 180 guestsStanding reception
- 8 windowsSoft north light all day
- 900 sq ftSeparate kitchen
- Step-freeElevator access
The studio
One room, set up your way
An open, modular studio lit by eight tall windows. Arrange it for a standing launch, a seated panel or a hands-on workshop.
Natural light
Eight 70" x 68" north-northeast windows give soft, even daylight from morning to late afternoon, with blinds when you need them. A favourite for shoots.
Flexible furniture
Folding and bistro chairs, large worktables with built-in charging stations, folding tables, and counter-height tables for a bar or buffet.
Kitchen
A separate 900 sq ft kitchen with fridge, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher and coffee maker. It can also seat 20 guests on its own.
Screen and sound
A 65" smart TV, a PA kit with speakers, mixer and microphone, and a sound technician on request. A full sound system is coming soon.
Wi-Fi
Connections for presenters, staff and guests, ready for slides, livestreams and hybrid events.
Coat check
Racks, hangers, a table and tickets, set up right at the entrance.
Setup and cleanup
We can arrange the room to your layout before you arrive and reset it after you leave.
On-site team
A member of our team opens, closes and is on hand throughout your event.
Accessibility
Step-free entry, elevator access and four single-use, all-gender washrooms on our floor, with 31" door clearance.
Core Fabrics Event Space
9320 Saint-Laurent Blvd., Suite 300
Montreal, QC
Events à la carte
Made for the way our industry gathers
From a collection preview to a Saturday mending circle, the studio adapts to your event.
fashion forward
- Collection launch
- Pop-up shop
- Trunk show
- Lookbook presentation
- Designer showcase
industry and business
- AGM
- Panel or conference
- Training session
- Networking 5 à 7
- Wholesale tradeshow
makers and community
- Mending workshop
- Sewing class
- Crafting event
- Frocktails and sewing meetups
- Fabric swap
content and creative
- Photoshoot
- Content day
- Video shoot
- Brand activation
- Product launch
How it works
Booking in three steps
Tell us about your event
Share your date, guest count and event type through the form below.
Get your quote
We confirm availability and send a quote tailored to your layout and needs.
Reserve your date
A deposit secures your booking. Visits are welcome by appointment.
Book your date
Tell us about your event
Share a few details and we'll get back to you with availability and a quote.
We host professional, creative and community events. Private parties aren't available.
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Good to know
Hours
Afternoon, evening or full-day bookings on weekdays, and half or full days on weekends. No late-night events.
Food and drink
Bring the caterer of your choice. Light use of the kitchen is included, and the full kitchen is available for prep and catering.
Alcohol
Serving alcohol, even for free, requires a permis de réunion from the RACJ in the name of the event host. Please drink responsibly.
Decorations
Nothing attached to walls or ceilings. Battery-operated candles only.
Cleanup
Leave the space as you found it, or let us take care of it for you.
The fine print
No private parties. Cancellation and rescheduling terms are included with your quote, and we reserve the right to refuse any booking.
How to get there
Easy to reach, right on Saint-Laurent
Address
9320 Saint-Laurent Blvd., Suite 300, Montreal
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Bus
The 55 Saint-Laurent stops right outside. The 20, 121 and 146 all run close by.
Metro
Crémazie and Sauvé stations, on the Orange Line, are each about a 15-minute walk.
Bike
The nearest BIXI station is at Chabanel and Esplanade.
Parking
Street parking, or paid parking at Click n Park, 50 De Louvain Street West. Please don't use the lot behind the building.