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Was located above the Kingsway Theatre and earlier was called the Kingsway 2. Shea's Hippodrome: Queen and Bay 1909 1954 1 Former vaudeville theatre that became one of Canada's largest cinemas. Sheraton Centre Sheraton Centre: 1974 1990s 2 Designed as a first-run theatre by Toronto-based architectural firm Searle, Wilbee, Rowland.
The organization also stages Barrie's annual Reel Stories documentary film festival in the spring, [3] and the Central Ontario Youth Short Film Festival to showcase work by local emerging filmmakers in the summer, [4] as well as a monthly Screen One screening series of repertory films throughout the year, and a summer Lawnchair Luminata ...
Imperial Cinema 8 - Barrie, Ontario - Changed name to Barrie Uptown Theater and operated by Barrie Imperial Theatre. [6] The property was sold off for redevelopment and closed its doors for regular screenings on October 31, 2019. However, organizers for the Barrie Film Festival still plan to use the theatre for the "foreseeable future". [7]
Cineplex Inc. (formerly Cineplex Entertainment and Cineplex Galaxy) is a Canadian operator of movie theater and family entertainment centers, headquartered in Toronto. It is the largest cinema chain in Canada; as of 2019, it operated 165 locations, and accounted for 75% of the domestic box office.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada has a significant film and television production industry, which has earned it the nickname "Hollywood North", alongside Vancouver, British Columbia. In addition to features that take place in Toronto, it often serves as a substitute location for other cities and areas including Chicago and New York City. [1] [2] [3]
Famous Players Canada Square Cinemas opened in 1985 and was the last theatre operating in Ontario under the brand, located at the intersection of Yonge and Eglinton. The multiplex opened as a Cineplex Odeon and was a local favourite for its retro feel and independent film showings.
Scotiabank Theatre Saskatoon and VIP Galaxy Cinemas Saskatoon Saskatoon: September 1, 2006 Manitoba Scotiabank Theatre Winnipeg SilverCity Polo Park Cinemas Winnipeg: November 24, 1999 Ontario Scotiabank Theatre Toronto: Paramount Theatre Toronto Toronto: May 19, 1999 Scotiabank Theatre Ottawa SilverCity Gloucester Cinemas Ottawa: May 19, 1999
Landmark Cinemas is the umbrella name originally covering the holdings of Towne Cinemas, Rokemay Cinemas, and occasionally May Theatres. It was adopted in 1974 after the purchase of Rothstein Theatres, which was the first big expansion for the company, adding about 15 locations (some closed immediately or sold and were never operated by Landmark).