FAQs

Services & Benefits

  • Furnished (partially) and decorated professional office, event and coworking space with an industrial vibe, located in Nepean. Just 20 minutes outside of the downtown core, without the hassle of downtown driving & parking! Easy access from Nepean, Kanata, Barrhaven & Central Ottawa.
  • 24/7 office access with key fob entry
  • Friendly and professional reception services Monday 9am – 5pm and Tuesday to Friday 8am – 6pm. Our reception will greet and direct you when you arrive as well as notify you when you have guests.
  • Free high-speed WIFI
  • Two professionally equipped boardrooms (seats 10-12) with Smart Televisions and large whiteboards.
  • Bookable Flex-Office: Private office in which you can entertain clients or work privately.
  • Two classrooms (seats 15-25) with Smart Televisions and whiteboards ideal for larger groups, seminars or workshops
  • Telephone and video conferencing systems available in some meeting rooms.
  • Second location in Kanata with boardroom, flex-office and coworking space available to all members.
  • Discounted room rentals and event space
  • Catering is available (extra cost)
  • Professional Business Mailing Address – Our staff will notify you when mail arrives and hold it securely for you until you can pick it up.
  • Storage lockers available on site
  • In-house support for office related matters during staffed hours
  • Access to Mentors
  • Online & offline promotion of your business
  • Office Cleaning can be provided on request
  • Office Security with camera monitoring
  • Free Parking on site: 70 parking spots available on a first come, first serve basis, as well as limited free street parking along Bongard Avenue (by-laws apply).
  • The Grilled Tomato on site, open 8:30am – 4:30pm for breakfast and lunch
  • 24/7 access to coffee machine and vending machine
  • Business seminars and workshops on a variety of topics
  • Monthly networking events
  • Comfortable social, lounge and collaboration areas
  • Equipped kitchenette with fridges, microwaves, toaster oven, dishwasher & eating areas
  • On-site bar open during social events

Is Collab Space better than traditional office space?

We think so. Here’s why joining Collab Space is better than getting your own office space:
  • Affordable & Flexible – Lose the long-term lease that eats up your cash flow. Our plans are month-to-month, so you can keep your overhead low and invest more in your business.
  • Scalable – Only pay for the space you need. Need to upgrade or downgrade? Not a problem.
  • Hassle-Free – Don’t worry about who’s ordering more coffee or setting up the Internet. All of that is included in your monthly rent, so you can focus your time and energy on what matters to your business.
  • Grow Your Client Roster Without Leaving – Client acquisition starts here as you’ll share the space with other businesses and startups looking to grow. Coworking is the new networking! Tough to do from your own office/home office, and a lot less expensive.

Can I stop by when I’m in the area or do I need to make an appointment?

We ask that you schedule tours in advance to ensure the availability of our team, so we can focus on helping you find the best office solution possible during your visit. Kindly call us at 613-319-2025 or email us at [email protected]

How do your Membership Agreements work?

Our agreements range from 1-hour conference room rentals to monthly Memberships. We know that month-to-month agreements can help you grow your startup or small business at the rate most comfortable to you. Need some space while you move offices? Want to visit with us while your space is being renovated? We can help with that, too.  

Private Offices – Starting from $799/Month

Your private office can be furnished for you, or you can bring in your own furniture. Private offices in a variety of sizes can accommodate 1 – 10 people (or more) to allow business colleagues to work together in a private and secure area. Private office memberships entitle you to full use of the coworking space and 24/7 access. You can add on more offices as you grow or develop a custom plan to accommodate your group and meet your needs. Private office tenants have access to boardrooms and flex-offices for a combined 20 hours each month (to be booked through our online portal).

  • What about phone service in my private office?

Let us know if you require phone service in your office, and we can get you set up with a phone line & plan to meet your business needs and budget.

  • Can guests visit me at my private office?

Absolutely! You can register your guests in person at the front desk.

  Collab Space Membership - $299/Month

We have a large & comfortable coworking space with space for over 400 coworking members. Collab Space Members have 24/7 access to the space. Seats are unassigned and available on a first come, first served basis and the space is shared with other Members. The Member will be provided with a desk/table, chair and access to power, and the location may change from day to day. Personal belongings may not be stored overnight (private lockers are available at $20/month). High-speed WIFI is accessible throughout the building. Collab Space Members have access to boardrooms and flex-offices for 10 hours each month (to be booked through our online portal).

Collab Space Team Memberships

Add additional team members to your Collab Desk Membership for only $199/Month per person! Teams of 2 or more will also receive access to boardrooms and flex-offices for 15 hours each month.

Daily & Weekly Coworking Rate

Want to try out Collab Space? Purchase a day-pass to experience the coworking space like a Collab Desk member for $25/day or a week pass for $100/week. Please note that this is only available during staffed hours.

Meeting Rooms

Professionally equipped meeting rooms can be rented at an hourly or daily rate. All rooms are on a first come, first serve basis and can be booked in 15-minute increments. Payment is required up front to hold a room.

  Nepean:
  • Boardroom 1 – seats 10, Smart TV with HDMI cable, whiteboard
  • Boardroom 2 – seats 12, Smart TV with HDMI cable, whiteboard
  • Flex-Office – seats 3-4, private office, whiteboard
  • Upstairs Classroom – seats 15-20, Smart TV with HDMI cable, whiteboard & video conferencing capabilities
  • Downstairs Classroom – seats 20-25, TV with HDMI cable, whiteboard
  • Music Studio
Kanata:
  • Boardroom – seats 8-10, TV with HDMI cable, whiteboard
  • Flex-Office – seats 3-4, private office, whiteboard
Members receive a monthly allotment of hours of free access to our boardrooms and flex-offices per month. All rooms are available at a discounted rate to members.

All Boardrooms & Flex-Offices (membership includes a certain number of hours)

  • Non-Members: $35/hour or $250/day (during business hours)
  • Members: $20/hour or $150/day (after allotted usage)

Downstairs Classrooms:

  • Non-Members: $65/hour or $400/day (during business hours)
  • Members: $30/hour or $200/day

Upstairs Classrooms:

  • Non-Members: $75/hour or $700/day (during business hours)
  • Members: $30/hour or $200/day

Do I have to sign a lease agreement?

No.  Collab Space is Membership-based only, so no leases are required.  Members are required to sign a Membership Agreement based on the type of solution they select.

Am I allowed to invite guests to the space?

Please invite your guests and clients to Collab Space; we are happy to have them! Please let your guest know that they will need to sign-in at the front desk & provide the name of the member they are here to see. Please feel free to meet one-on-one with your guest in the coworking space if you do not need a private space. For larger groups, please book a meeting room so as not to disturb others.

My company is moving, renovating or has grown out of its current space. Can Collab Space help us?

Yes, we’re happy to help companies and teams that are transitioning or need temporary space. Please contact us at [email protected]

What kind of events do you host for members?

From Startup Canada Awards, to business workshops to lunch & learns on startup fundraising, our events are designed to facilitate meaningful conversations and deliver actionable ideas to grow your business. We also sponsor monthly member EIA tradeshows & happy hours, so you can get to know your neighbors.

How does billing work?

Please refer to our Member Agreement for pricing on private offices, coworking memberships, boardroom rentals and extra services. All prices are subject to HST. We have no long-term leases or contracts. All members must provide first & last month’s payment upon sign-up. Subsequent membership fees will be invoiced monthly on the 1st or 15th of the month, depending on the terms of your agreement. We require a minimum 30 days’ notice for cancellation, at which time your last month will not be billed, as it was paid upon sign-up. Members are eligible to receive free use of our boardrooms and flex-offices based on the terms of the Member Agreement that they have signed. Usage over the allotment will be billed at the Member rate. Charges for additional requested services may apply for some items such as locker rental, VOIP phone, catering, lost key fobs, etc. In addition, some seminars and workshops may be subject to a charge. We accept payment by means of cheque, e-transfer, credit card, or pre-authorized debit. However, members must provide an automatic payment method for recurring payments (credit card or pre-authorized debit). Invoices more than $500 may not be paid by credit card.
  • Are there any hidden fees?
None whatsoever. We pride ourselves on being a partner dedicated to the success of your business and will never nickel-and-dime you with hidden fees.  

How do I adjust or cancel my membership?

Members can make changes to their membership at any time. Please contact us at [email protected] to let us know how your needs are changing and we will be happy to work with you. Minimum 30 days’ notice must be provided to cancel your membership agreement.

Can I refer someone to Collab Space?

Of course! And to say thank you, if you refer a new monthly member to Collab Space, you will receive a $50 credit toward your own membership!