The Porcupine Dante Club

There is something special about celebrating in a place built by a community. The Porcupine Dante Club has been a home for Italian language, culture and tradition in Timmins since 1952, and that sense of family and hospitality carries into every gathering held here.

The club stands in Timmins. It was founded by five men, Tony Mascioli, Joe Pindilli, Pete Morandin, Silvio Torlone and Pete Cosco, after a pledge drive raised the funds to buy land on Cedar Street South.

Today it is both an Italian restaurant and a banquet hall, and its rooms are available for rental. Weddings are part of its story too: the first was held here on April 1, 1955.

The Grand Hall is the largest space. With round tables it accommodates approximately 350 guests for dinner or around 280 for dinner and dancing, and with rectangular tables up to about 500 for dinner or 400 for dinner and dancing.

The Amici Room suits a smaller celebration, welcoming approximately 90 to 120 guests depending on table style and whether there is dancing. The Salute Lounge, set with pub-style tables, holds up to around 100 people.

Catering is available, and the club's kitchen prepares Italian favourites such as lasagna, sausage, sauce, meatballs and ravioli. Couples can contact the club for menu options when planning their event.

A couple might picture long family tables, a hearty Italian dinner and a dance floor full of relatives who have known them all their lives.

For couples who want a Timmins celebration rooted in Italian warmth and generous food, The Porcupine Dante Club offers spacious halls and a long tradition of bringing people together.