Ottawa's Intimate Heritage Venue

Ashlar Ottawa 1890 stone schoolhouse exterior with peaked roof

Where Intimate Weddings

Become Extraordinary

Since 1890

Built in 1890 as a one-room schoolhouse in Munster, Ontario, Ashlar has been a place of gathering for over 130 years. Its two-foot-thick stone walls endured a devastating fire in 2001 and now stand restored for something new: your most meaningful celebrations. Just 25 minutes from downtown Ottawa, this heritage space is designed for intimate weddings of 20 to 55 guests and couples who value intention, atmosphere, and timeless character.

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Outdoor courtyard reception at Ashlar Ottawa stone schoolhouse

An Intimate Wedding
at Ashlar

Your Day, From Start to Finish

Picture this: an outdoor ceremony in a courtyard, framed by string lights and stone. Passed hors d'oeuvres while your guests wander and mingle. A fine dining menu by Chef Josh Gillard - the kind of meal you'd find at Ottawa's best restaurants - but served at your wedding. Dancing and celebration, centred around you to, the tune of your favourite songs and with your favourite people. A late-night snack at 10pm that nobody saw coming. And a team that handles every detail so all you have to do is enjoy.

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Your Day, From Start to Finish
Your Day, From Start to Finish

Your Day, From Start to Finish

Picture this: an outdoor ceremony in a courtyard, framed by string lights and stone. Passed hors d'oeuvres while your guests wander and mingle. A fine dining menu by Chef Josh Gillard - the kind of meal you'd find at Ottawa's best restaurants - but served at your wedding. Dancing and celebration, centred around you to, the tune of your favourite songs and with your favourite people. A late-night snack at 10pm that nobody saw coming. And a team that handles every detail so all you have to do is enjoy.

Check Availability

Your Day, From Start to Finish

Your Day, From Start to Finish

Picture this: an outdoor ceremony in a courtyard, framed by string lights and stone. Passed hors d'oeuvres while your guests wander and mingle. A fine dining menu by Chef Josh Gillard - the kind of meal you'd find at Ottawa's best restaurants - but served at your wedding. Dancing and celebration, centred around you to, the tune of your favourite songs and with your favourite people. A late-night snack at 10pm that nobody saw coming. And a team that handles every detail so all you have to do is enjoy.

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Your Day, From Start to Finish

“The atmosphere was magical.”

I visited Ashlar Ottawa for the first time at their soft launch dinner last Sunday, and it was a truly lovely experience. The atmosphere was magical, intimate and slightly rustic with modern touches that beautifully suit the historic schoolhouse setting.

— Emilie L.

Everything.
Taken care of.

01

Exclusive Venue Use

The entire building, courtyard, and grounds are yours from arrival until late evening. No other events. No shared spaces. Just your people.

Table setting under tent at Ashlar Weddings & Events venue

01

Exclusive Venue Use

The entire building, courtyard, and grounds are yours from arrival until late evening. No other events. No shared spaces. Just your people.

Table setting under tent at Ashlar Weddings & Events venue

01

Exclusive Venue Use

The entire building, courtyard, and grounds are yours from arrival until late evening. No other events. No shared spaces. Just your people.

Table setting under tent at Ashlar Weddings & Events venue

02

Chef-Driven Fine Dining

Chef Josh Gillard brings 30 years of fine dining to every menu. Currently Head Chef at Amuse Kitchen and Wine, he crafts each course from scratch with premium ingredients. Three to five courses, every dietary need and allergy handled.

Couple celebrating engagement party at Ashlar Ottawa, eating curated charcuterie board

02

Chef-Driven Fine Dining

Chef Josh Gillard brings 30 years of fine dining to every menu. Currently Head Chef at Amuse Kitchen and Wine, he crafts each course from scratch with premium ingredients. Three to five courses, every dietary need and allergy handled.

Couple celebrating engagement party at Ashlar Ottawa, eating curated charcuterie board

02

Chef-Driven Fine Dining

Chef Josh Gillard brings 30 years of fine dining to every menu. Currently Head Chef at Amuse Kitchen and Wine, he crafts each course from scratch with premium ingredients. Three to five courses, every dietary need and allergy handled.

Couple celebrating engagement party at Ashlar Ottawa, eating curated charcuterie board

03

Ceremony and Reception

Exchange vows in a private stone courtyard. Dine under string lights as the sun sets. When the night turns, dance to the warm breeze or step inside our restored 1890s schoolhouse to close it out.

Napkin beautifully plated on table setting at Ashlar Weddings & Events venue

03

Ceremony and Reception

Exchange vows in a private stone courtyard. Dine under string lights as the sun sets. When the night turns, dance to the warm breeze or step inside our restored 1890s schoolhouse to close it out.

Napkin beautifully plated on table setting at Ashlar Weddings & Events venue

03

Ceremony and Reception

Exchange vows in a private stone courtyard. Dine under string lights as the sun sets. When the night turns, dance to the warm breeze or step inside our restored 1890s schoolhouse to close it out.

Napkin beautifully plated on table setting at Ashlar Weddings & Events venue

04

Full Bar and Coordination

Table wine is our standard, and bar packages to keep the night going are available. In-house dining, on-site parking, and every detail from linens to sound already taken care of. The Ashlar team runs the night so you don't have to.

Wine and food pairing for private dinner at Ashlar Ottawa

04

Full Bar and Coordination

Table wine is our standard, and bar packages to keep the night going are available. In-house dining, on-site parking, and every detail from linens to sound already taken care of. The Ashlar team runs the night so you don't have to.

Wine and food pairing for private dinner at Ashlar Ottawa

04

Full Bar and Coordination

Table wine is our standard, and bar packages to keep the night going are available. In-house dining, on-site parking, and every detail from linens to sound already taken care of. The Ashlar team runs the night so you don't have to.

Wine and food pairing for private dinner at Ashlar Ottawa

Transparent pricing with no surprises. You do not hire a caterer. You do not need to negotiate with a rental company. Your job is to show up, be present, and let us handle the rest.

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Chef

Josh

Gillard

Plated fine dining dish by Chef Josh Gillard at Ashlar Ottawa

30 years in Ottawa's best kitchens. Head Chef at Amuse Kitchen and Wine. He joined Ashlar because he wanted to cook for 30 people who all know each other, not 300 who don't.

More than
weddings

Seafood plated gorgeously by Chef Josh Gillard for an anniversary dinner
Bride celebrating with bouquet at the cocktail bar inside Ashlar Ottawa
Groom getting ready inside Ashlar Ottawa heritage venue

Corporate Events

Corporate Events

Engagement Parties

Engagement Parties

Baby Showers

Baby Showers

Private Dinners

Private Dinners

Birthday Parties

Birthday Parties

Anniversary Celebrations

Anniversary Celebrations

Executive Retreats

Executive Retreats

The same stone walls, chef-driven dining, and exclusive-use privacy. For groups of 20 to 55 who want something different than a hotel, restaurant, or hall.

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Autumn flower bouquet held in fron of Ashlar stone walls

Ready to

Visit?

Tours are available by appointment. Bring your questions. We'll bring the answers. No pressure. No commitment. Just a conversation about what your day could look like.

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Stone wall detail and string-lit courtyard at Ashlar Ottawa heritage venue

Your Day, Your Way

Ashlar is designed for those who value intention over excess. Request a tour to experience the stone walls, the courtyard, and the culinary craft that make this place unlike anywhere else.

Plan Your Date

Stone wall detail and string-lit courtyard at Ashlar Ottawa heritage venue

Your Day, Your Way

Ashlar is designed for those who value intention over excess. Request a tour to experience the stone walls, the courtyard, and the culinary craft that make this place unlike anywhere else.

Plan Your Date

Stone wall detail and string-lit courtyard at Ashlar Ottawa heritage venue

Your Day, Your Way

Ashlar is designed for those who value intention over excess. Request a tour to experience the stone walls, the courtyard, and the culinary craft that make this place unlike anywhere else.

Plan Your Date