
Did you know that Toronto, Ontario is home to one of the most prolific and robust medical communities in the country? It’s also a shining star in the Canadian event industry, making us the perfect pair.
Whether you’re filming a pharmaceutical commercial and need a longer-term stay with utilities covered or want to shoot a hospital scene in a real-life location, we have the inside scoop on venues that make it all possible. Once you identify what it is you’re looking for, finding a medical space with Giggster is pretty simple.
The Giggster app offers the best rental experience in the world. So what are you waiting for? Start browsing our site for your next medical space before the word gets out!
Where else can you find a high-quality hospital venue in a pinch? We pride ourselves in offering unique rentals and top-notch service, no matter what your dream space looks like.
Perhaps you have a film project that requires a functional clinical setting. Set the scene at one of our doctor's offices, granting you access to reception areas, waiting rooms, medical equipment, bright lighting, and private consultation rooms. Additionally, they have staff/volunteer areas like bathrooms and kitchens to keep everyone comfortable on set.
Don’t let illness hold you back from marking the passing of life’s big milestones! Find your home away from home. These private houses will provide some much-needed comfort as well as ample gathering space to hold a celebration. Some even boast big backyards where you can soak up the sun, fire up the grill, pump up the tunes, and enjoy some normalcy.
Pharmacies make surprisingly good venues for the right event. They can find their way into many movies, TV shows, and commercials, but would also be a great choice for a medical product launch. Either way, as fully operational businesses, you’ll enjoy the benefit of fully stocked shelves and street-level storefronts, preventing you from the hassle of building a set from scratch.
Exceptional Variety & Quality: Begin and end your search for a high-end space like Independent Traditional Pharmacy in Toronto on the Giggster app. When it comes to our selection of 6 properties, the quality speaks for itself! From a medical office space to a real-life pharmacy, we can connect you with all kinds of unique venues just steps from the city’s best hospitals.
Hassle-Free Booking: We aim to make your life as easy as possible, with a simple booking platform and value-driving pricing. Our range of medical venues in downtown Toronto starts at just $30/hour, saving you money at a time when it matters most.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Medical events are a time in your life when you’ll need (and appreciate) some flexibility. Get some peace of mind with our cancellation policy, which allows you to cancel for free within one whole day after you book, as long as your booking starts more than 48 hours away.
Platform Protections: These days, you’re probably no stranger to insurance policies. Keep yourself covered by adding one of our optional protection plans to your rental, so you have one less headache to handle if disruptions, damage, or liability concerns arise.
Medical venues across Toronto are surprisingly versatile. Here are a few ways you can utilize our spaces that you may not have thought of:
Film/Photo Shoots – Real Locations. Don’t waste your time building a studio set from scratch! Our medical spaces would be the perfect place to shoot movies, commercials, music videos, you name it.
House Parties – Creature Comforts. Perhaps you have family coming together to visit your loved ones in the hospital. A private home makes the perfect gathering space whether everyone is just popping in with well wishes, or you’re planning a more formal celebration for birthday parties, anniversaries, etc.
Product Launches – Professional Spaces. Maybe you are launching a new brand campaign you’re hoping to see on the shelves of every drugstore in North America. Whether you’re launching a new line of menstrual products, probiotic shakes, or vitamin gummies, a pharmacy space would be an apt location to commemorate the occasion.
Wellness Events – Suitable Venues. Are you teaching a meditation workshop? Birth prep/parenting classes? If you’re planning to teach a seminar that falls into the wellness industry, a medical venue will fit right in and add some credibility to your services.
It can be tricky to look for a hospital location that ticks all your boxes so make sure to identify the features you need for your purposes.
Does it have a nice view? It may not be a necessity, but it never hurts to help keep everyone inspired and cheerful under stressful circumstances.
How accessible is the place? A spot with nearby parking will be a lifesaver. Whether it’s included on-site or is available in a public lot down the street, this will save everyone from a painful search (and potentially long walk) to your venue’s front door.
Does it have props and furniture? Real-life medical props and furniture are the keys to an authentic hospital scene. This will vary based on what you're shooting for, whether it's a training video, a scene in a medical drama, or even a short horror film.
Toronto, Ontario is a bustling city with one of the most sophisticated medical systems in Canada—but that doesn’t mean navigating it is always a breeze. Here are some things you should know before making a booking:
Advantages
Toronto’s subway system is pretty reliable and affordable, making getting around a bit simpler. Better yet, many of the trains will stop at a station near this hospital corridor, eliminating the need for additional walking and expensive rideshares.
There are several hotels (across a variety of styles and price points) within walking distance, whether you need a place to call home while you visit patients or keep your crew close to their work.
With good food and entertainment readily available in the neighborhood, a space located in this city is the complete package.
Disadvantages
Services and accommodations are booked up quickly, sometimes more than a month in advance, so you may want to go ahead and snag any vacancies well ahead of time. You don’t want to learn this the hard way, especially if you have your heart set on something specific!
The city of Toronto is pretty well always under construction which is a pain, to say the least. Build lots of extra time into any commute you may have.
The number of crimes per year has been slowly increasing, so while you shouldn’t feel majorly concerned about your safety, a quick review of security protocols and self-defense tips wouldn’t hurt.
Once you have found a space to lease, you’ll need to get down to business to ensure your project or event goes off without a hitch. Here are some of our top planning tips to help you host and coordinate with ease:
Get Good Food – Hospital food is not exactly a crowd-pleaser. Lift everyone’s spirits with the help of a good caterer or delivery from a local hotspot.
Scope Out Nearby Accommodations and Transportation – Making things as simple as possible for your attendees is the perfect way to lighten some of the mental load during a difficult time, or make showing up to work a little less annoying, leading to more satisfied employees and better results.
Have a Health and Safety Plan in Place –The last thing you need is a medical crisis to deal with, even if you are within spitting distance of the best doctors around. Ensure you have clear expectations and procedures around how to handle any emergencies, and a good insurance policy in place to cover your butt.
Get Your Priorities Straight – Some sacrifices may need to be made while others are sticking points worth fighting for. A favorite dessert, a comforting playlist, flexibility in timing…knowing what you’re willing to compromise on and what you’re not will make it easier to plow through the seemingly endless list of decisions that have to be made.
Have questions about how to manage a project or event budget? You’ve come to the right place. We’ll help you gain easy access to an affordable unit and then cut down on other expenses by making use of our top tips and budgeting information.
Keep it local.
Go for a walkable venue if possible or near a train stop for those who rely on public transit. Save a lot of loose change on cab fares or spendy hospital parking lots. Concentrate your search in the right areas. Our app feature has already taken care of most of that for you, but it never hurts to cross-reference a map.
Opt for morning events/shoots.
Coffee and danishes for a crowd are a lot less expensive than dinner and drinks. During medical events, your sense of time is often either completely thrown to the wayside or regimented with an early rise/early slumber routine anyway.
Choose a venue with all the features and utilities needed on-site.
If you’re renting a pharmacy, choose one with stocked shelves. A doctor's office? Make sure there are some otoscopes and clipboards on hand. Natural lighting can also be your best friend. Basically, the bottom line is: avoid having to acquire additional materials to bring your set to life at all costs.
Whether you need a family doctor's office space to act as a film studio or a bright and cheery backyard to lift a patient’s spirits, the Giggster app is the only place to find medical venues across the city, with premium features and affordable rental rates. Join our team of happy renters today!