FAQs

What is the minimum and maximum capacity of each room?

The East Wing: 100 – 400 guests (banquet style) The West Wing: 150 – 1000 (banquet style). (Minimums vary depending on the month and day of the week)

Does each room have a bridal suite?

Yes, each room is complimented by a signature Château Le Jardin bridal suite.

Will I have access to a safe during my wedding?

Yes, each bridal suite is equipped with a safe.

How many people fit comfortably at a table?

Château Le Jardin Event Venue provides the following table types:
66” Round (8-10 people)
72” Round (10-12 people)
Rectangle (8-10 people)
Square (8-10 people)

When is the latest the final numbers can be changed before my function?

Final numbers are due ten (10) days prior to the function.

When do you typically finalize the menu? If I am providing a choice to my guests, how will you know who gets what the day of?

If you are hosting your wedding with us, the menu is typically confirmed after the menu tasting. Our menu tastings take place once per month, and it is the clients’ responsibility to book their spot in the next available CLJ Tasting.
If you are providing a choice of main courses, you are required to indicate your guest’s name, table number and meal choice, as well as a colour coded place cards per person indicating final menu choice. The meal choices will also need to be confirmed and sent with your Master Guest List at the two (2) week mark.

What time do my vendors have access to set up my decor and floral?

Vendor set-up times for the week are determined each Tuesday, which is when the Operations Team discusses timing for all upcoming events each week. Once a time is determined, your CLJ Coordinator will reach out to all clients and their corresponding vendors on record to confirm their confirmed set-up time.

What is included with the security service fee?

With the Security Service Fee, we include two (2) security guards dressed in suits to handle situations that may arise, and to ensure the safety of all patrons.

Are Charger Plates & Candles included?

Charger Plates can be provided for an extra $2.50 per person charge, while Candles are something your decor company will/can provide you directly. We offer our Gold Chivari Chairs and Ivory Brocade Linen for decor purposes, along with our Signature Glassware, Cutlery and China.

What are my Hors D’oeuvres options? Are they served by staff or do guests help themselves from a station?

Our Hors D’oeuvres options will be presented to you six (6) weeks prior to your event. Our kitchen menu is always evolving. This ensures you have the newest and tastiest options from our kitchen!

On the day of your event, all Hors D’oeuvres selected will be served to guests by our CLJ Staff.

Can we upgrade our Wine Selections?

Yes, Château Le Jardin offers three (3) Red Wine upgraded selections and another three (3) for White Wine. Of course, there will be an associated increase in your price per person cost based on the premium wine selected.

How are my guests’ dietary requests handled?

Dietary requests/restrictions are submitted to the Executive Event Coordinator with your Master Guest List, two (2) weeks prior to the Event Date. In order to service these guests properly, we require their name and their seating arrangement. The requests are then submitted to the kitchen for the Head Chef and his team to accommodate accordingly on the day of your event.
NOTE: We try to remain as true as possible to the menu as possible, however substitutions may be required.

Are tables and furniture included in the lobby?

We offer cruiser tables for the lobby and courtyards. Any additional seating/furniture that you require would be something your decor/rental company would handle directly.

Can we offer signature drinks to our guests?

Yes, of course! Signature drinks can be added at a cost per guest. Your CLJ Event Coordinator will be able to inform you of the cost for each drink. Please ensure the ingredients are offered under your bar package prior to selecting your drinks.
NOTE: We do not offer blended drinks.

How many bartenders will be working my wedding?

This would depend on your guest count. Typically, there will be one (1) bartender per bar, unless you are under the minimums of each room.

Is there someone onsite to run the function?

Of course! The Château Le Jardin Operations Manager and a dedicated Maître D to ensure a flawless, worry-free event experience.

Do we have to provide a meal for our wedding vendors? Is there a discounted rate?

Typically, yes you should provide your Vendors a full meal.
For which CLJ provides a $20 Vendor Meal Discount to your event’s regular per person price for each vendor’s food order. Please keep in mind, this discount only applies after the minimum adults guaranteed is met for the event.

Do children receive a modified meal at a discounted price?

Yes, a child’s meal is $12.50 less than an adult’s meal price, as the child will receive the same antipasto/cocktail, pasta and dessert dishes as an adult. The only difference for a child’s meal is the main entrée dish, as a child’s meal includes Chicken Fingers and Fries. Please keep in mind, this discount only applies after the minimum adults guaranteed is met.

How can I create a floor plan?

Typically, a CLJ Event Coordinator will be assigned to your file one month before the event date. At which time you will be able to leverage the 35+ years of CLJ’s experience of hosting events to customize your floor plan to best meet your needs.

How big will my dance floor be?

Because the floor plans are fully customized, the dance floor size can only be determined once the floor plan has been created. Please be advised, we only allow our two in-house vendors (Axe Media & DJ Emporium) to install vinyl flooring on our dance floors.
NOTE: If you prefer to choose another Vinyl Floor Vendor, a $1,000.00 refundable deposit is required to cover any damages to our dance floors. In addition all third party vendors must apply a protective layer underneath all vinyl flooring. That said, if you do prefer to use a separate company, you may contact the CLJ Executive Coordinator for a rough floor plan with measurements for your Vinyl Floor Vendor to provide you with pricing.

Is coffee/tea served or do the guests go to the bar?

Coffee is served during your dessert, as well as with your wedding cake for late night service. We will have a staff member cutting and serving your cake to guests, accompanied by coffee and tea.

Can we allow our guests to park their vehicles overnight at Château Le Jardin the night of the wedding?

Yes absolutely! We do not want anyone driving under the influence. However, please ensure your guests come to pick up their car first thing the next morning.

Is a coat check included?

A self-serve coat rack is available for guests to leave their jackets on during your event. If you would prefer a dedicated Coat Check area manned by a CLJ Staffer, it can be provided for an additional cost.

Do you have staging or risers?

Yes. Each event is offered 4 complimentary risers (6ft by 8ft pieces), in both the East and West Wing as well as the lower level. They are typically used for the head table, but if there are extras within the Venue that day, we can use them towards the band as well (if you have one). This is decided two (2) weeks prior to the Event Date, after final confirmation from the events taking place.

If we bring our own DJ can they use the AV equipment?

If you wish to bring in your own DJ for your event and they wish to use their own equipment, you will need to contact DJ Emporium directly to confirm the protocol and additional charges associated with having your DJ plug into the in-house system.

What happens if the power goes out?

Never fear! Château Le Jardin Event Venue has a full backup power generator to be prepared for any power outage during your Special day, ensuring a flawless event.

Will the walkways be snow free and salted for my Winter Wedding or Event?

Yes absolutely! Our banquet and operations team will ensure that the parking lots and walkways are properly shoveled and salted to ensure guest safety.

How many seats will you provide for the outdoor ceremony? What do the chairs look like?

We have the capacity to host up to a maximum of 130 guests in our outdoor courtyards.
The seats will be our Gold Chivari Chairs, exactly the same as the ones used for indoor events.

Myssah Singer
Myssah Singer
2023-12-26
Beautiful venue... amazing staff A++++ Rating
priyanka sood
priyanka sood
2023-12-24
Great service and ambience. The staff is very friendly and helps you whenever needed. Thank you for your help.
Ady iq
Ady iq
2023-12-24
Good food and atmosphere
Bleyder Martinez
Bleyder Martinez
2023-12-23
Awesome place