DARC follows Safe Sets guidelines and requires masking for all events hosted in our spaces.

• All doors at DARC have accessibility buttons to press for automatic entry. DARC is located on the main floor (one story above ground) of the Arts Court building. DARC’s main entrance is located at 67 Nicholas Street which is fully wheelchair accessible. The nearest elevator is located 30 metres from the 67 Nicholas Street entrance. From the elevator, the DARC Microcinema is located 5 metres to your right.
• Chair specifications (1¼” foam padded seats with 3/4″ backrest, 16 x 16″ fabric padded cushion, 18” high, 300lb capacity);
• Potential for triggering content, flashing lights and sudden sounds.

   

  Please note, while we do our best to review the content for each booking request, we have limited control over the programming of our members.

• All members, staff and visitors shall commit themselves to behave courteously and professionally while respecting privacy, safety, diversity and personal choice.
• Violence and harassment will not be tolerated at DARC, in any capacity.
• It is the responsibility of all staff, members and volunteers to protect the property owned or entrusted to the organization from theft, destruction, infringement, neglect, or misuse.
• No alcohol is to be consumed on the premises without purchasing a Special Occasion Permit. If your private booking involves the consumption and or sale of alcohol, you must consult DARC staff and, with their approval, purchase and share a copy of the SOP for your event.
• It is the responsibility of staff, members and visitors to conduct themselves in a manner which is suitable to the presence of minors, respectful of their sensibilities, and in adherence to applicable laws.

• Individuals/groups must display and use the DARC logo on all promotional materials and their screening files. Find a high-resolution version of our logo here.

• Please note DARC does not provide on-site technical support for Microcinema bookings;
• DARC staff are available to provide an overview of the space and any equipment needed prior to your event;
• Let us know if you require a technician for your event and we will gladly share our recommendations.

DARC and City of Ottawa staff diligently keep the DARC Microcinema tidy. Still, as a community space, all members are expected to clean up after themselves and rearrange the furniture to its original configuration after use. If any damage occurs in the area, members must inform DARC staff and may be subject to a cleaning/repair fee.