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Plan your event with confidence We’ll help you turn ideas into a smooth, memorable experience.

The TRU Conference Centre is your on-campus partner for planning events in Kamloops — from choosing the right space to building a timeline, guest flow and catering plan that fits your goals and budget.

Our dedicated, detail-oriented team supports you from first inquiry to event day. Expect clear guidance, responsive communication and thoughtful coordination — including venue setup, A/V needs and in-house culinary options — so everything comes together seamlessly.

Based in the Campus Activity Centre, we’ve hosted thousands of events since 1991. With more than 30,000 square feet of meeting and convention space across campus, we can help you plan anything from meetings and conferences to receptions and celebrations all designed for comfort, accessibility and convenience built in.

Event at the TRU Conference Centre

Highlights Space, service and support

  • Host up to 1,000 guests
  • 12 unique event spaces
  • Audio-visual rentals and services
  • High-speed wireless internet
  • On-site accommodations
  • Custom promotional products
  • On-site print services
  • Fresh, seasonal catering

From inspiring meetings to unforgettable celebrations, our team is here to make planning easy.

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Campus Activity Centre venue

Expert guidance Coordinators who handle the details

Our event coordinators help you choose the right venue, timeline and catering options while handling the details that make the day run smoothly.

  • Room layout, A/V and on-site support
  • Custom or standard catering options
  • Accessible planning and guest flow
  • Setup, service timing and wrap-up logistics

Services TRU Conference Centre

Thank you for your interest in the TRU Conference Centre. We look forward to working with you on your next event.

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Conferences, meetings and trade shows TRU Conference Centre

At the TRU Conference Centre, our designated Conference Services Team offers personalized attention for your event. We coordinate with all other departments in the university to give you one contact when planning your event.

Whether you require complete conference management, or simply have a few special requests, the team at the TRU Conference Centre is ready to assist you with all the arrangements necessary to host your next conference, meeting or trade show.

We offer many different services that can be combined to make your event seamless:

  • Tours
    Join us for an on-campus tour to check out our unique event spaces and on-campus accommodation.
  • Event organization
    Detailed and organized pre-planning assistance for all your conference and event logistics (space reservations, catering, audio-visual, signage, entertainment and other amenities).
  • Event management
    Onsite assistance during your event to ensure it runs smoothly and to help with any last-minute requests.
  • Financial services
    Provide initial and post-conference budgets, process and track deposits and expenditures. All charges incurred for the conference are billed with one invoice at the conclusion of the event.
  • On-campus accommodations
    Assistance with on-campus lodging, meeting facilities and recreation access.
  • Print services
    We can arrange to have all your printing needs done on-campus and have everything ready to go for the start of your event.
  • Promotional needs
    We can assist you if you are looking for promotional items such as conference pens, tote bags or give-away items for your delegates.

From small meetings to large trade shows, no matter the type of event, we will be able to accommodate you in one of our unique venues on campus. Check out all of our facilities and venues.

For more information or to request a proposal, please contact us.

We look forward to having you as a guest.

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Executive Centre (meeting set-up)
Executive Centre (meeting set-up)
Rotunda (trade show set-up)
Rotunda (trade show set-up)
Grand Hall (conference setup)
Grand Hall (conference setup)

Special events TRU Conference Centre

Get away from your standard event spaces and hold your next special event with the TRU Conference Centre. We know that great events are about attention to detail and our professional coordinators are ready to help you from start to finish to ensure your event is a success.

We have 12 event spaces, each offering their own unique characteristics, which are sure to complement your event.

Many of our rooms feature large windows, which provide an abundance of natural light and great views of the Kamloops valley and Campus Commons. With variable set-up options available for each room, all of our rooms can be transformed into one-of-a-kind event spaces.

Our facility offers some of the most state-of-the-art event spaces, with features such as walls of windows that can open to create an indoor/outdoor space to British Columbia’s largest in-the-round lecture theatre.

Are you looking to host your next event outdoors? If so, the TRU Conference Centre has some of the best outdoor venues in Kamloops.

Our Horticulture Gardens boast an abundance of flora that blooms from early spring to late fall. Nestled in the gardens you will find a large patio area, open green space and plenty of paths to guide you throughout. With recent renovations done to gardens, this space is even better than before. It truly makes the perfect background setting for your next event.

If you are looking for a more open space, we also have three large green spaces: the Campus Commons, Campus Green and Campus Court, all of which are available to book. These fantastic outdoor spaces make ideal spots for concerts, outdoor movie nights, large exhibitions and special training seminars.

From unique event spaces to great outdoor venues, no matter the type of event, we can accommodate you. Check out all of our facilities and venues.

For more information, please contact us to see how we can set your event apart from the rest.

We look forward to helping you plan and host your next special event.

Cucumber with hummus and roasted chickpea
Cucumber with hummus and roasted chickpea
Horticulture Gardens patio set-up
Horticulture Gardens patio set-up
Campus commons
Campus commons

Sport events TRU Conference Centre

The TRU Conference Centre is the ideal location for your next sport event. We have hosted a variety of sport events, including team meals, tournaments, ceremonies and group logistics. Our dedicated Conference Services Team is ready to assist you with all the arrangements necessary to host your next sport event.

The TRU Conference Centre is located next door to the Tournament Capital Centre. This is a state-of-the-art sports facility that houses the Canada Games Aquatic Centre, TCC Field House, Hillside Stadium and a large fitness centre. Being so close to this world-class facility makes the TRU Conference Centre an ideal location for your next sporting event or camp.

With experience hosting and catering to the BC Lions, Volleyball BC, World Masters, NACAC and Western Canada Summer Games, the TRU Conference Centre prides itself in being experts when it comes to accommodating the needs of sport teams and sporting events.

We understand the complexities of athletes' diets and that not all athletes require the same thing. We are able to accommodate all meal requirements with custom menu options, specific to your team, which will work within your budget.

From May through August, the TRU Residence offers the perfect location for accommodation for sports teams, families, coaches, and officials at affordable rates for short and extended stays. With 20 one-bedroom suites, 140 two-bedroom suites and 30 four-bedroom suites, the TRU Residence is the ideal location for team accommodations.

With the TRU Conference Centre being a short five-minute walk to and from the Tournament Capital Centre and a minute-walk from the TRU Residence, your team can eat, sleep and train in one location, making it easy to focus on training or competing.

BC Lions training camp meal set-up
BC Lions training camp
Broncos football
Broncos football
WolfPack volleyball
WolfPack volleyballl

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Outdoor wedding in Horticulture Gardens
Dessert catering highlight

Quick planning checklist Five things to prepare

  1. Pick your date range (and a backup date if possible).
  2. Estimate guest count and preferred seating style.
  3. List your must-haves (A/V, staging, accessibility, signage).
  4. Decide catering needs (coffee breaks, lunch, reception, dietary needs).
  5. Contact us — we'll confirm options and next steps.
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