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Fort William Country Club is a Thunder Bay-based venue that specializes in hosting lovely wedding celebrations and other events on it's manicured golfing grounds. Not only does this club provide the ideal setting to host your special event, but it is also a leader in the Thunder Bay food and beverage industry which guarantees quality food service for your reception. If you are planning your big day in this area, consider this venue for your big bash!

Facilities and capacity

This venue offers couples 3,000 square feet of event space to use for their ceremony and reception. The Norwester Ballroom is the largest event space which offers a classic setting for receptions and all the equipment you will need for a great party for up to 200 guests. A number of separate breakout rooms that can accommodate anywhere from 15 to 100 guests can also be used.

Services offered

Fort William Country Club offers brides and grooms various services that cater to their special event. These services include the following:

  • Catering / Bar
  • Liability insurance
  • Set up / Clean up
  • Outside vendors

Cuisine

This venue combines traditional hospitality with all the luxury amenities you can find that add to your convenience. The culinary team can customize your wedding menu and includes the following options:

  • Buffet
  • Dessert
  • Outside cake
  • Server(s)
  • Cocktail reception
  • Hors d'oeuvres
  • Plated
  • Stations

Other services

Fort William Country Club is also available for other special occasions. The other services offered include:

  • Meetings
  • Social events
  • Golf tournaments

History

Founded in 1923 by the late Dr. M.B Dean, Fort William Country Club was once a 100-acre farm. Over the years it was developed into a nine-hole golf course which was inaugurated in the spring of 1926 for the first time and to the general public in 1964.

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Frequently asked questions

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Banquet hall
Country club
Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

Classic
Country

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering / bar
Clean up
Event rentals
Liability insurance
Outside vendors
Set up

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail reception
Dessert
Family style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside cake
Plated
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Champagne toast
House beer
House wine
House liquor
Liquor license
Open bar
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Outside alcohol
Specialty beer
Specialty wine

What event items are available?

Audio equipment
Dance floor
Furniture
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Chocolate fountain
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$1

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Chairs
Tables
Linens
China
Flatware
Glassware
Parking

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$54

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$43

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$20

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?

$20

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)
Dessert

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$8

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Open bar
House beer
Specialty beer
House wine
Specialty wine
House liquor
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Bartenders
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[Anonymous] Sent on 02/03/2015
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Kelli Foglia is great to work with and was able to meet our every request! Going to use her services for every function I require!
[Anonymous] Sent on 20/07/2015
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Keli was wonderful to work with. She gave excellent suggestions as to what has worked with past weddings. She is very prompt in returning emails and phone calls.
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1350 Mountain Rd P7J 1C2 Thunder Bay (Ontario)
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