Coworking Space

Find your place at North Forge Technology Exchange

Coworking Space2023-11-29T08:18:44-06:00
DESK SPACE

Are you looking for a space to grow your startup?

North Forge has 2 styles of co-working spaces available for entrepreneurs wanting to work in a collaborative environment with others who are building their futures from the ground up.

100 Innovation Drive – The Innovation Hub in the SmartPark on the University Manitoba campus:
Just steps away from Investors Group Field, this state-of-the-art building with its floor-to-ceiling windows and friendly atmosphere will help you focus your entrepreneurial journey and offers many opportunities for innovative collaboration.

Don’t need a full office? Inquire about renting a desk.

312 William Ave. – The Fabrication Lab (FabLab™):
Our second location is North America’s largest publicly accessible fabrication lab in downtown’s historic exchange district.

If your startup is based in advanced manufacturing or product/prototype development, and you are looking for a friendly community to become a part of, then this is the place for you!

Our office spaces and coworking desks are all subsidized for those within our startup programming. This downtown location provides convenient access to the North Forge Fabrication Lab and to potential collaboration with other FabLab members.

Co-working space FAQs

Is there a cost associated with the access cards?2022-10-18T19:52:17-05:00

There is a one-time setup fee of $20 +GST. If your card becomes lost or stolen, there is a replacement fee of $20 +GST.

Can I get a tour of the facility?2022-10-18T19:51:41-05:00

Yes! Please fill out the contact form above and let us know that you would like to see a facility. We will coordinate a date and time that you can come get a tour of the space.

Are there any hour restrictions?2023-11-29T13:18:37-06:00

There are no hour restrictions; the facilities are open 24/7/365.

You’ll be provided with a key fob for 312 William Ave. and a swipe card for 441 – 100 Innovation Drive location. Both of which give you access to the space where your desk is located.

Is parking available2022-10-18T19:50:33-05:00

Parking is available at the Innovation Drive office for those who have rented a co-working desk or office space for $75 per month plus GST.*

North Forge parking agreement must be signed.

*Subject to availability.

Are office rentals available?2022-10-18T19:50:04-05:00

Offices are available to rent only at 441-100 Innovation Drive if you are a founder in the Ascent or North Star stages of the North Forge Founders Program.*

1 parking space is included with the office rental.

*Subject to availability.

What is the fee and what amenities are included at 441 – 100 Innovation Drive?2022-10-18T19:49:29-05:00

A desk, chair, electrical, Wi-Fi, free coffee, as well as access to a printer, three meeting rooms, and a kitchenette.

Fees for non-members: $250* per month + GST

Fees for North Forge Founders in Pathfinder, Basecamp, Ascent or North Star; North Forge alumni (past participants in the North Forge programming); North Forge Fabrication Lab members; former fabrication lab members; Mitacs E-Accelerate founders; Lab2Market founders: $100* per month + GST

Access card is available for $20 + GST which give you access to the building during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Co-working desk agreement to be signed.

*Subject to availability.

What is the fee and what amenities are included at 312 William Ave?2023-11-29T13:16:15-06:00

A desk, chair, electrical, Wi-Fi, free coffee, as well as access to a printer, meeting rooms, the boardroom and a small kitchen.

Fees for non-members: $250* per month + GST

Fees for North Forge Founders in Pathfinder, Basecamp, Ascent or North Star; North Forge alumni (past participants in the North Forge programming); North Forge Fabrication Lab members; former fabrication lab members; Mitacs E-Accelerate founders and Lab2Market founders: $100* per month + GST

Fob is available for $20 + GST which give you access to the building during evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Co-working desk agreement to be signed.

*Subject to availability.

Do you have any options for less than one month?2022-10-18T19:48:13-05:00

Unfortunately, we are only set up for the month-to-month option.

Do you have a hot desk option?2022-10-18T19:47:33-05:00

Unfortunately, we do not have a hot desk option. You get a permanent desk where you can leave your belongings. We only ask that you keep your space clean and tidy.