Overview

• Cineplex announced on LinkedIn that Cineplex Cinemas Queensway & VIP “won’t be rolling anytime soon” and installed two exterior banners signaling its commitment.
• Company statements reported by local media say the lease was recently renewed with up to 20 years of options, though a line referencing that timeline was later removed from the LinkedIn post.
• City Council in June approved a Talisker-led, WZMH-designed redevelopment that would require demolishing the theatre for a multi-tower community.
• A resident-led petition to keep the cinema has surpassed 14,700 signatures, reflecting strong community support for the venue.
• To celebrate the announcement, Cineplex is offering $5 general admission tickets and $5 small popcorn this weekend, as media continue to seek clarity on lease terms.