Event venue/theater

Espace Sophia

Establishment assessed on

Accessibility rating
Partially accessible
Services and facilities for
Deaf and hard of hearing people
Good to know
  • Espace Sophia has a multipurpose performance hall that can be arranged in different configurations. During performances, it can seat up to approximately 400 people. Seats reserved for people with reduced mobility are located at the front of the hall, and a magnetic loop hearing assistance system is also available for people with hearing impairments. For more information, consult the venue details or contact the Espace Sophia team before the desired show.
  • Venue offering free admission to companions upon presentation of the Carte Accompagnement Loisir (CAL).
Espace Sophia
Espace Sophia
Parking
Parking
Pathway to the entrance for people with reduced mobility
Pathway to the entrance for people with reduced mobility
Outdoor entrance
Outdoor entrance
Entrance - performance venue
Entrance - performance venue
auditorium
auditorium
Bar counter
Bar counter
Universal restroom
Universal restroom
Washbasin
Washbasin

Establishment details

Reserved parking

  • Entrance distance : near entrance
  • Reserved parking slope(%) : 6
  • No-side-aisle space-Width (cm) : 390
  • Reserved space identification : sign
  • Sign-Type : P-150-5

Parking-Information

  • Number of reserved spaces for people with disabilities : 1

Exterior surface

  • Surface type : compacted stone dust

Circulation aisle

  • Slope(%) : 9

Door

  • Door swing direction : outdoor
  • Clear width (cm) : +80

Automatic door opener

  • Type of automatic door opener : push plate

Handles

  • Exterior handle type : thumb latch

Access to sections

  • All sections are accessible : yes

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 150
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 150

Performance hall

  • Room capacity : 400

Reserved seating

  • Type of reserved seating : removable benches

Additional Information

During shows, spaces reserved for people with reduced mobility are available at the front of the auditorium.
The height of the bar counter is 117 cm, without clearance.
Staff are on hand to assist with mobility.

PSM services and equipment

  • Hearing assistance system : hearing loop

Door-Maneuvering spaces

  • Exterior maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 119

Door

  • Door swing direction : outdoor
  • Clear width (cm) : +80

Handles

  • Exterior handle type : round

Switch

  • Height (cm) : 97

Maneuvering space

  • Maneuvering space-Width (cm) : 150
  • Maneuvering space-Depth (cm) : 150

Toilet

  • Transfer zone : frontal
  • Transfer zone-Obstacles : sink
  • Toilet paper dispenser-Height (cm) : 106

Toilet-Grab bar (side)

  • Location : left side
  • Type of grab bar : horizontal

Flush

  • Manual flush-Location : easy access

Sink

  • Counter surface height (cm) : 86
  • Clearance available : yes
  • Clearance-Width (cm) : 73

Sink-Accessories

  • Fixed soap dispenser-Height (cm) : 114
  • Type of drying device : paper towel dispenser
  • Fixed drying device-Height (cm) : 123

Color contrast-Toilet

  • Sufficient color contrast of all elements : yes

Description

The Church of St. Sophia in Halifax, converted into a multi-purpose venue, combines exceptional architectural character with versatility. Espace Sophia offers a turnkey service at competitive prices and a varied program of events, including music, comedy, and conferences.

Contact details

20 rue de l'église, Sainte-Sophie-d'Halifax, Québec

819 998 0759 /

info@espacesophia.org

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