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About

Located in Barrys Bay, Ontario, Madawaska Kanu Centre is a wilderness resort that specializes in creating the most unique weddings and events along the shores of the Madawaska River. Owned by the van Wijk family, this is not only where the first whitewater school in the world was born, but also a place where guests can retreat and celebrate in the picturesque woodlands of this beautifully pristine area.

Facilities and capacity

The facilities found at this park wedding venue include a post and beam dining hall which can easily accommodate wedding receptions of up to 80 guests. They also offer onsite accommodations and stunning river views for your celebration.

Services offered

Madawaska Kanu Centre offers brides and grooms wedding services which include accommodations, bridal suite, catering / bar, clean up, liability insurance and lighting / sound services. Contact this team today to book your wedding venue!

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Frequently asked questions

Describe your venue:

Banquet hall
Beach
Country club
Farm
Historic
Hotel
Inn/B&B
Park/zoo
Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

Country
Rustic
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Covered outdoor
Indoor
Uncovered outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bridal suite
Catering / bar
Clean up
Liability insurance
Lighting / sound

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail reception
Dessert
French service
Hors d'oeuvres
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne toast
Limited bar
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
Flatware
Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

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

No

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

No

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Clean up
Chairs
Tables
China
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/sound
Parking
Bridal suite

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

$75

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

$60

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$60

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

$10

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

Server(s)
Dessert
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Meet the team

Stefi van Wijk
Stefi van Wijk
Director

I grew up at MKC and love welcoming folks to celebrate their love in my favourite place in the world! Third generation leadership in this organization established in 1972 by my grandparents, I take great pride in every visitor's experience.

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247 River Rd K0J 1B0 Barrys Bay (Ontario)
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