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  • Space User Application Form

  • Summary of process / usage rental

  • The 519 has updated its Space Use Policy and moved to a new room booking system with improved software and a new database. This change is designed to make the process more efficient and to help us better track how our space is being used.

    The booking system now works in two steps. First, organizations or individuals must be approved as general space users. Once approved, they will be able to book rooms based on availability. This change should make the booking process easier and faster for those who are already approved.

    Right now, we’re updating the information we have for people who already use our spaces. Please fill out this form to update your information . Going forward, all space users will be asked to update their information once a year as part of our annual space review process.

    If you’re a regular user of our spaces, you still need to fill out this form you don’t need to worry: your approval will be carried over into the new system. 

    In January 2026, we’ll be launching a new room booking request form. We'll start using it after we've gathered updated information from current users, and we’ll let you know when it’s time to switch to the new form.

    If you have any questions or feedback, please contact us through this link . 

  • Space User Application Form

  • Organizations include the following:

    Community-led Groups: An unincorporated group that does not exist to make profit or contribute substantially to the income of its members or leaders. Community led groups are run by volunteers or peers, rather than staff of The 519.

    Commercial entity (as in commercial arts or other commercial entities): An entity that is for-profit and does not fit the definition of a) Community-led group, or b) A non-profit organization or educational institution.

    Not for profit: A group which is incorporated under the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act, the Ontario Not-for Profit Corporations Act, which may or may not be registered as a charity, and whose purpose is to serve the same communities outlined above.

  • Contact Information

  • The primary contact of an approved organization will be the main contact authorized to perform the following actions:

    • Book a room
    • Modify a booking
    • Cancel a booking
    • Add/Remove other authorized contacts
    • Request Catering
    • Request Tech

    In addition to the primary contact, you will have an option below to add up to 3 additional contacts from your organization, and specify which of the above actions they would be authorized to perform.

    • ORG INFO 

    • Organizational Information

    • the following questions will assess your organization's eligiblity for using space at The 519 and help us track who is using our space and why. Before you answer the questions below, please take a moment to review the following information, which guides our space use booking policy.  

      The 519 is mandated by the City of Toronto to provide the following to provide social, recreational, and community programs that are essential to the wellbeing and quality of life of its citizens and communities.  This includes providing community space to organizations that:

      • Provide a broad range of community, social, educational and recreational services and programs
      • Support community capacity building and community development through programs, volunteerism and community engagement;
      • Are responsive to the community through identifying evolving community, social, educational and recreational needs and developing ways of meeting them, and
      • Work in partnership with community organizations, local businesses, community groups and community members to provide accessible services that improve community well being.

      Additionally, The 519 prioritizes space users who:

      • Advance  a mandate related to or aligned with the 2SLGBTQ+ communities of Toronto;
      • Whose purpose is to engage with local communities residing in The 519's Catchment
      • Whose purpose is to serve one of the following communities:
        • Racialized Communities
        • Indigenous Communities
        • Seniors
        • Youth
        • People Living with a Disability.
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    • Space Use Information 

    • Health, Mental Health & Fitness Includes:

      • Fitness / Movement / Sports Activities
      • Yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, Running Groups
      • Mental Health Wellness / Group Support
      • Support groups, meditation, etc.
      • Health Education & Direct Service Provision
      • Public health workshops, Vaccines, STI testing

    • Arts & Culture Include: 

      • Visual Arts & Crafts
      • Dance, Drama & Performing Arts
      • Commercial filming
      • Performance open the public

    • Education & Learning Includes: 

      • Academic & Language Learning
      • ESL classes, tutoring, language classes
      • Skills Development & Learning Event/ Workshops
      • Lectures, talks, professional development, life skills
      • Research
      • Interviews, focus groups

    • Community Building & Social Activities Include:

      • Community Events and Gatherings
      • Celebrations and events open to the public, community fairs & open houses
      • Social & Recreational Groups
      • Senior’s clubs, conversation groups, hobby groups
      • Civic Engagement
      • Public meetings, forums, consultations, volunteer training, meetings by elected officials
      • Child & family programs
      • Play groups, day camps, parenting workshops

    • Private Events & Functions Include:

      • Private events (individual)
      • Private events (organizaitonal)
      • Weddings, funerals, celebrations, ceremonies
      • Holiday party, fundraiser, retirement party

    • Organizational Meetings & Administration Include:

      • Board meetings
      • Working meetings
      • Closed training sessions/workshops


    • All catering at The 519 must be provided by The 519's productive social enterprise catering service. Proceeds help fund The 519's many programs.

      Please note that The 519 does not permit catering from outside vendors for space use bookings. 

      The 519 is a fully licensed venue and all alcohol on the premises must be under The 519's liquor licence.

    • The 519 provides free use of space to community groups and community services with conditions. Groups are expected to be financially accessible to those who wish to participate. In accordance with The 519’s Space Use Policy, groups that charge a participant fee may be asked to pay a rental fee.

    • Please provide links to any website and social media accounts:

  • Policies

  • Additonal Space Use Policies:

    • Anti-Harassment and Discrimination Policy
    • Health & Safety Policy
    • Workplace Violence Policy
    • Service Restriction Policy
    • Complaints and Appeals Policy

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