The Collective x ALMA @ ByWard Market

The Collective at ALMA

The Collective is a modern, hotel-inspired community and event space designed to support student housing in Ottawa through connection, collaboration, and shared experience. Located within ALMA’s ByWard Market residence, this flexible space brings together students living near the University of Ottawa and Carleton University in an environment that balances comfort, creativity, and ease.

As part of ALMA’s off-campus housing in Ottawa, The Collective was created to adapt to how students live. Whether you’re settling in for focused study time, collaborating on a group project, hosting a casual gathering with friends, or winding down after a busy day, the space moves naturally with your routine.

Featuring a sleek bar, cozy lounge seating, open work areas, and unique amenities like a private karaoke room, The Collective supports both everyday student life and thoughtfully curated moments. It’s an extension of ALMA’s furnished student housing near the University of Ottawa and Carleton University, designed to make off-campus living feel connected and intentional.

From quiet afternoons to lively evenings, The Collective is where community takes shape.

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A Space for Collaboration and Community

In addition to serving as a central hub for ALMA residents, The Collective is available for select external collaborations and bookings. Organizations, student groups, universities, and agencies are invited to host workshops, meetings, creative sessions, and community events in a space designed to feel welcoming rather than transactional.

With its central Ottawa location, flexible layout, and hospitality-inspired atmosphere, The Collective offers a unique alternative to traditional event venues while remaining closely connected to student housing near the University of Ottawa and Carleton University.