As of October 27, 2025, Vancouver’s historic Park Theatre on Cambie Street has been saved from closure by a group of passionate investors, including Corinne Lea of the Rio Theatre and renowned filmmakers Finn Wolfhard, Mike Flanagan, Sean Baker, and Osgood Perkins. This group aims to preserve the Park Theatre as an independent, community-focused cinema. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/vancouver-the-park-theatre-to-remain-open-rio-theatre-takes-over-9.6942919
The Ilo-Ilo Theatre is currently undergoing renovations as part of a long-term effort to restore the historic building. Originally opened in 1914 and rebuilt in 1932 in the Art Deco style, the theatre served the community for decades before falling into disuse. It was later used as an auction house until 2007 and has remained largely closed to the public since then.
In recent years, local interest in restoring the theatre has grown. In 2018, the lobby was renovated and reopened for community events. The foundation, which was originally built on charred timber, was repaired to stabilize the structure. The Ilo-Ilo Theatre Society, a nonprofit group, was formed to raise funds and explore future uses for the space.
The main auditorium remains closed and in need of significant upgrades to meet safety codes. Plans have included turning the venue into a performance space, a cinema, or even a boutique hotel. The building was officially added to Cumberland’s Community Heritage Register in 2019, recognizing its cultural and architectural significance.
As of 2025, renovations appear to be underway again, suggesting progress is continuing. The community remains hopeful the Ilo-Ilo Theatre will soon return as a vital cultural space in Cumberland.
As of June 2025 the theatre is up for sale at $8.5 million. A trio of Victoria city councillors has moved to safeguard downtown cinemas—especially after the Cineplex Odeon at 780 Yates Street was listed for $8.5 million. The plan includes rezoning, financial incentives, and policy support to encourage new theatres and maintain existing venues as part of broader arts‑and‑culture and downtown revitalization efforts. More at Victoria News – https://www.vicnews.com/local-news/movie-theatre-listing-prompts-victoria-bid-to-save-cinema-in-the-city-8044074
The Cut Knife Elks Theatre no longer has a website. They are using Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/cktheatre/ – “Cut Knife Elks Theatre plays movies every Friday and Saturday at 8PM from September to June.”
According to the San Juan Historical Society’s “Historic Friday Harbor On Foot” booklet, the Palace Theatre was built in 1915. At that time it was called the Fribor Theatre. The information in the brochure does not indicate when it changed names. For a full description go to: https://historicfridayharbor.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/walking_tour.pdf
As of October 27, 2025, Vancouver’s historic Park Theatre on Cambie Street has been saved from closure by a group of passionate investors, including Corinne Lea of the Rio Theatre and renowned filmmakers Finn Wolfhard, Mike Flanagan, Sean Baker, and Osgood Perkins. This group aims to preserve the Park Theatre as an independent, community-focused cinema. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/vancouver-the-park-theatre-to-remain-open-rio-theatre-takes-over-9.6942919
The Ilo-Ilo Theatre is currently undergoing renovations as part of a long-term effort to restore the historic building. Originally opened in 1914 and rebuilt in 1932 in the Art Deco style, the theatre served the community for decades before falling into disuse. It was later used as an auction house until 2007 and has remained largely closed to the public since then.
In recent years, local interest in restoring the theatre has grown. In 2018, the lobby was renovated and reopened for community events. The foundation, which was originally built on charred timber, was repaired to stabilize the structure. The Ilo-Ilo Theatre Society, a nonprofit group, was formed to raise funds and explore future uses for the space.
The main auditorium remains closed and in need of significant upgrades to meet safety codes. Plans have included turning the venue into a performance space, a cinema, or even a boutique hotel. The building was officially added to Cumberland’s Community Heritage Register in 2019, recognizing its cultural and architectural significance.
As of 2025, renovations appear to be underway again, suggesting progress is continuing. The community remains hopeful the Ilo-Ilo Theatre will soon return as a vital cultural space in Cumberland.
As of June 2025 the theatre is up for sale at $8.5 million. A trio of Victoria city councillors has moved to safeguard downtown cinemas—especially after the Cineplex Odeon at 780 Yates Street was listed for $8.5 million. The plan includes rezoning, financial incentives, and policy support to encourage new theatres and maintain existing venues as part of broader arts‑and‑culture and downtown revitalization efforts. More at Victoria News – https://www.vicnews.com/local-news/movie-theatre-listing-prompts-victoria-bid-to-save-cinema-in-the-city-8044074
The location of the drive-in is at GPS coordinates: 50.8634, -108.0223.
Driving directions are 2 miles north of Kyle and ½ mile east. Or 3.2 km north and 800 metres east.
Or to Google Maps at https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZRTvjYgeaX5KN2at7
The Cut Knife Elks Theatre no longer has a website. They are using Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/cktheatre/ – “Cut Knife Elks Theatre plays movies every Friday and Saturday at 8PM from September to June.”
Currently, the cinema is operated by the Hollywood 3 Cinemas. The website is https://hollywoodcinemas.ca/caprice-white-rock/
Appears to be in active operation as of April 2024. Showings on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. For details go to https://falkontheatre.com/
According to the San Juan Historical Society’s “Historic Friday Harbor On Foot” booklet, the Palace Theatre was built in 1915. At that time it was called the Fribor Theatre. The information in the brochure does not indicate when it changed names. For a full description go to: https://historicfridayharbor.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/walking_tour.pdf
This is a webpage were you can view some photos of the Theatre Royal – View link