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A Special Event Permit is required for any proposed event that is to be held at a Town of Ladysmith facility that falls into any of the following categories:
Prior to the application process, please determine space availability by submitting a Facility Rental Request. You can submit a Special Event Permit Application by email at bookings@ladysmith.ca or in person at Frank Jameson Community Centre 810 - 6th Ave, Ladysmith. Once received, Town staff will:
To avoid disappointment, please contact the Parks, Recreation & Culture department early for advice on the required application submission lead time. A minimum of 30 days is required for smaller events and no less than 90 days for larger, more complicated events. A security deposit is required. Events involving a temporary street closure require approval from the Town’s Corporate Services Department. Please email info@ladysmith.ca for information or complete a Sign and Street Closure Permit Application. This form also provides organizations the opportunity to request advertising space in the Town’s sign stations.
The Licensee will provide evidence of liability insurance within 14 days of event approval in the minimum amount of two million dollars ($2,000,000.00) commercial general liability insurance against third party claims for bodily injury, death, property and loss of use, naming the Town of Ladysmith as an additional insurer for special events. Insurance can be obtained through any insurance agent. The Town reserves the right to cancel an event if a certificate of insurance is not received before the event date.