FAQ

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Where can I park during the ceremony and reception?

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Paid on-street parking by the venue is available for a flat rate of $18.00 for the day. HonkMobile is an easy way to find and pay for parking in Kingston! You can pay by using an app, scanning a QR code or texting a specific number. Learn more about how to pay with HonkMobile: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/roads-parking-and-transportation/parking/#honkmobile (you'll have to copy and paste the link in your browser as it is not a live link) This link explains the different ways in which you can pay for parking: https://www.cityofkingston.ca/roads-parking-and-transportation/parking/on-street-parking/ Paid street parking - Guests can park along Stuart Street and within the vicinity of the venue if they can find a spot (32 spots available). Due to the students being out of school, finding a parking spot should not be an issue. Paid lot parking - The closest paid parking lot is the KGH Waterfront Lot, which is an 8-minute walk. Richardson Beach Lot is right beside the waterfront lot.

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Will there be an open bar?

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A bottle of red and white wines will be on each seated lunch table for guests and a cash bar will be available to purchase alcoholic drinks.

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What can I expect for the ceremony?

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The ceremony will be outdoors on the grassy front lawn of the University Club property, parallel to King Street. If you are wearing heels, keep in mind that the property is not level, and your heels may sink into the earth without heel stoppers.

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What is there to do in Kingston aside from the amazing, highly anticipated wedding?

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Kingston is one of our favourite cities! There is so much to do and see. Click the following link with curated things to do and places to eat: https://www.zola.com/wedding/tomandleila/poi

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Where can I/my family stay in Kingston for the wedding?

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Well, lucky for you, we've picked out a few good spots. Visit the link here: https://www.zola.com/wedding/tomandleila/travel

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Does Kingston have speed cameras?

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YES! Kingston has recently installed multiple speed cameras throughout the city, especially in school zones. Kingston also has red light cameras in a few of the major intersections. Be safe, drive the speed limit and stop in time for the red light to avoid a ticket.

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Is The University Club an accessible building?

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Yes! The reception is on the second floor of the building, and an elevator is available for those who need it.

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What are the rules around smoking?

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The University Club is a Queen's University building. The University is a smoke-free campus. The policy prohibits vaping and smoking of any substance in any manner, and use of all tobacco products at Queen’s University. This policy applies to employees, students, visitors, contractors and independent operators on all Queen’s University owned, rented or leased property (including vehicles). All events, including conferences, weddings, summer accommodations hosted on property owned, rented or leased by Queen’s University located on or off campus are subject to this policy. Smoking or vaping on campus may be subject to disciplinary action, which may include a fine. For more details, please refer to Queen's University smoke-free policy: https://www.queensu.ca/secretariat/smoke-free-university-policy. In short, you can smoke off-premises. To do so, head to the public sidewalk on King Street.

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What happens to the non-perishable food items that are not used during the wedding?

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All non-perishable and unspoiled perishable food is donated by The University Club. They redirect all unspoiled food from landfill to neighbors in need.

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Can I bring my pet?

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Pets or animals of any kind, with the exception of service animals, are not permitted in Queen's University buildings.

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Will there be a guestbook?

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Yes! Well, a digital one. We have onboarded a unique software that allows all guests to write their sweet and loving messages digitally without having to download any apps or create any accounts. QR codes will be listed throughout the venue for ease of access as well, but here is the link: https://my.guestpix.com/Guest/Access/99408/TGXPl9Pn.

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How can I share the photos I take throughout the wedding day?

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We have onboarded a unique software that allows all guests to upload photos digitally to our image bank, without having to download any apps or create any accounts. QR codes will be listed throughout the venue for ease of access as well, but here is the link: https://my.guestpix.com/Guest/Access/99408/TGXPl9Pn. The link will go live on the day of our wedding, May 31.

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Does Kingston have EV charging stations?

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YES! EV charging stations are available at the following locations: Two at 67 Clarence St Two at 5 Emily St (near Richardson Beach House)