About Collabspace
A leading Coworking and Event Space in Ottawa
Our Story
A Flexible Workspace Designed to Work, Connect & Grow
At CollabSpace, we believe work is more than just a place, it’s about connection, creativity, and community. Founded in the heart of Ottawa, we’ve created a dynamic coworking space where entrepreneurs, remote professionals, and growing teams come together to collaborate, innovate, and thrive.
Whether you need a quiet corner for focused work, a professional meeting room for client presentations, or an inspiring event space to host your next workshop, CollabSpace is designed to adapt to your needs while fostering meaningful connections.
Why CollabSpace
Why Ottawa's Top Professionals Choose CollabSpace
What sets CollabSpace apart from other coworking spaces in Ottawa is our commitment to supporting real outcomes, not just providing space. We are more than a workspace. We are a complete business growth ecosystem.
Business Community Over Everything
Flexible Workspace Solutions for Every Need
Premium Amenities Included
Prime Ottawa Location
Whether you’re an independent professional or a scaling business, CollabSpace gives you the structure of an office with the flexibility modern work demands.
Our Community
Built Around Connection and Collaboration
The heart of CollabSpace beats with the energy of our diverse community. We’ve created a space where freelancers, startups, remote teams, and established businesses work side-by-side, sparking conversations and collaborations that wouldn’t happen anywhere else.
Our members represent industries from tech and creative services to consulting and beyond. Regular community and networking events, and educational workshops, keep our space vibrant and our members connected.
We also believe in giving back. CollabSpace regularly hosts community events and provides our event space for local nonprofits and social enterprises at reduced rates, because we know great ideas can come from anywhere.
Ottawa’s premier small business trade show where 100+ entrepreneurs connect, collaborate, and scale together.
Who We Serve
We Support Every Stage of Your Professional Journey
Entrepreneurs and Startups
Launch and grow your business in a professional environment without breaking the bank. Our flexible coworking options give you the credibility of a real office with the agility to scale.
Remote Professionals
Escape the isolation of working from home. Our coworking space provides shared workspaces and separate meeting rooms, that makes remote work truly work.
Small Businesses
Find the perfect balance between privacy and collaboration with our dedicated desk clusters and private offices without the overhead of a traditional lease.
Coaching & Support
A Workspace with Coaching for Entrepreneurs Ready to Scale
Meet Emile Salem – SHIFU/Master Business Coach with 30+ Years of Experience
Our Partners
Trusted by Ottawa's Professionals and Businesses
Entrepreneurs, freelancers, and teams choose CollabSpace to work, grow, and access trusted partners like 
Exclusive Member Benefit
Powered by WebFoundr, Our Technology Partner
WebFoundr is the official technology partner of CollabSpace.
Every CollabSpace member receives free website hosting, providing a fast, secure, and reliable digital foundation for their business. This exclusive benefit of our best coworking space in Ottawa ensures your online presence is supported both offline and online by professional-grade infrastructure at no additional cost.
Meet The Team
The People Behind The Space
CollabSpace is led by a dedicated team passionate about building environments where people can do their best work. Our team works tirelessly to ensure your experience exceeds expectations from maintaining pristine facilities to organizing community events and providing responsive support when you need it.
We’re workspace professionals, community builders, and problem solvers who genuinely care about helping you succeed.
Emile Salem
Founder, Collabspace
Rod McLeod
CoFounder, Collabspace
FAQ
Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers
Whether you’re curious about memberships, access, or hosting events, our team is here to help you find the right solution.
If you don’t see your question answered, feel free to reach out, we’re always happy to help.
What's included in a CollabSpace membership?
Every CollabSpace membership includes access to high-speed WiFi, unlimited premium coffee and tea, professional printing and scanning, comfortable workstations, collaborative common areas, and mail handling services. Depending on your membership tier, you’ll also enjoy bookable meeting rooms, private phone booths, 24/7 access, and dedicated storage. Plus, all members get complimentary access to our networking events, workshops, and community programs. We believe in transparent pricing, what you see is what you get, with no hidden fees.
How quickly can I get started at CollabSpace?
You can start working at CollabSpace as soon as today! Our streamlined onboarding process means you can book a tour, choose your membership, and gain access to our coworking space within 24 hours. Need immediate workspace? Book a day pass online and walk in ready to work. For teams requiring private offices, we typically have move-in ready spaces available within a week. Unlike traditional office leases that take months to finalize, CollabSpace gets you working in a professional environment immediately, because we know your business can’t wait.
Can I use CollabSpace just for meetings without a full membership?
Absolutely! You don’t need to be a full-time member to access our premium meeting rooms and event space. We offer hourly and half-day bookings for our fully-equipped conference rooms, perfect for client presentations, team meetings, interviews, or workshops. Each meeting room includes a large display screen, video conferencing equipment, whiteboard, and high-speed internet.
What makes CollabSpace different from other coworking spaces?
CollabSpace is a community-driven coworking space in Ottawa designed to support productivity, collaboration, and business growth. You get a dedicated professional workspace with exclusive benefits included whether you need private office spaces, and professional meeting rooms. Plus, you’ll join a community of ambitious professionals, creating networking opportunities and collaboration.
Does CollabSpace only offer coworking desks?
No. CollabSpace offers a full range of workspace solutions including coworking spaces, private office space, meeting rooms, event space rentals, and virtual office services. This flexibility allows members to scale their workspace as their business grows, all in one location.
What role does the community play at CollabSpace?
The community is at the heart of CollabSpace. We actively foster connections through networking events, workshops, and initiatives like GrowthHack, Ottawa’s largest monthly business networking event. Our goal is to create opportunities where meaningful conversations turn into long-term professional relationships.