Register now! NICE Training Series
New professional development series for newcomer and experienced film exhibitors alike.
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Member of the Month: Dave Barber Cinematheque, Winnipeg, MB
Meet the only non-profit arthouse cinema in Manitoba, and currently the only operating theatre in downtown Winnipeg!
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Open letter to the Competition Bureau of Canada: Review of Paramount Skydance’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery
As the industry follows this particular Yellow Brick Road, independent exhibitors, who have seen this journey before, know what tends to be found behind the curtain.
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TVO: How Do You Sell Canadian Films to Canadians?
Representatives from NICE, Telefilm Canada and Elevation Pictures discuss the state of the box office for Canadian film.
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CanFilmDay on indie cinema screens
Discover the exciting and diverse films being screened for the 13th annual National Canadian Film Day!
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Member of the Month: Salmar Cinemas, Salmon Arm, BC
In BC's beautiful southern interior, Salmar Cinemas brings people together with big films in a historic venue.
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Statement in support of the arts in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia's independent cinemas are proving that arts funding works.
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Member of the Month: Roxy Theatre, Saskatoon, SK
A cinema that looks like a Spanish courtyard, complete with twinkling stars in the sky.
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Capitol Theatre closure leaves Canada’s territories with only three cinemas
The Capitol Theatre in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, has announced it will close on March 31, 2026. When it does, only three cinemas will remain to...
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Rural Cinemas as Community Infrastructure
NICE presented at the Future of Rural Culture Summit 2026 on the importance of rural cinemas.
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Welcome to the new NICE website
We’re thrilled to launch our brand new website, which you are on now!
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Member of the Month: Savoy Theatre, Port Alberni, BC
In Port Alberni on Vancouver Island, BC, the Savoy Theatre has entered a powerful new chapter under the stewardship of the Canadian Mental Health Association.
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Membre du mois // Member of the Month : Cinéma du Musée
This stunning art-house theatre is nestled within the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, a meeting place of cinema and contemporary art.
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Evolving the brand for three beloved indie cinemas
Discover Cinéma Cinéma, the new brand representing three of Montréal's most beloved cinemas: Cinéma Beaubien, Cinéma du Parc and Cinéma du Musée.
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Distributor Slate Presentation: November 2025
Every few months, NICE invites film distributors to present their upcoming slate to NICE exhibitors.
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CBC Arts: For small town cinemas across Canada, the show must go on
Canada's small-town venues are profiled in this far-reaching deep dive from Eric Veillette for CBC Arts.
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Member of the Month: Duncan Cinemas, Duncan, BC
In the Cowichan Region of Vancouver Island, BC, Duncan Cinemas has been given a new lease on life.
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Screenings near you for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Cinemas from coast to coast are hosting special screenings on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
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Member of the Month: The Plaza Theatre & Venue, Shaunavon, SK
Originally built in 1927 as a dance pavilion, the Plaza has been at the heart of its small-town community for nearly a century.
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Indie Cinema Mixer at TIFF 2025
Now in its fourth year, the Network of Independent Canadian Exhibitors (NICE) is delighted to continue hosting its celebrated Indie Cinema Mixer at TIFF.
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New York Times: Canadian Movie Marketplace profile
The Canadian Movie Marketplace led the New York Times' weekly Canada Letter newsletter.
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Indiescreen: Canadian Movie Marketplace profile
Industry publication Indiescreen features the Canadian Movie Marketplace.
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Playback: NICE launches theatrical rights database for Canadian films
Trade publication Playback has published a thorough and sharp piece on the Canadian Movie Marketplace.
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Global call to support independent cinemas launches at TIFF 2025
Joint call from the International Confederation of Art Cinemas (CICAE), Art House Convergence (AHC) and Network of Independent Canadian Exhibitors (NICE).
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NICE launches the Canadian Movie Marketplace
Connecting Canadian films with Canadian cinemas.
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Open letter in regards to Consumer Protection BC and its limiting impact on BC audiences
The current film classification system enforced by Consumer Protection BC creates an absolute barrier for BC’s independent cinemas and young audiences.
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Cinemas for sale: Icon Theatre, Edson, AB
Now almost 70 years into showing movies in the heart of downtown Edson, AB, the Icon Theatre is ready for its next chapter. First opened...
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Member of the Month: Carbon Arc Cinema, Halifax, NS
This month, we’re celebrating 15 years of Carbon Arc Cinema—and supporting their ongoing campaign to establish a permanent, year-round venue in the city!
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Distributor Slate Presentation: July 2025
Every few months, NICE invites film distributors to present their upcoming slate to NICE exhibitors.
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Member of the Month: Kamloops Film Society (KFS) and Paramount Theatre, Kamloops, BC
This community-supported venue operates as more than just a cinema: it's a cultural hub that hosts film festivals throughout the year.
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Cinemas for sale: The Roxy Theatres of Uxbridge, ON
After nearly 30 years of bringing movie magic to Uxbridge, Ontario, beloved cinema owners Cathy and Mark are ready to pass the torch – and what an iconic torch it is!
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CMF-FMC: Paying For It is rewriting the rules of Canadian film distribution
These days, more filmmakers are bypassing traditional distributors in favour of community-driven, self-run release strategies.
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NICE Ad Network: Where your message meets moviegoers
Audiences in independent cinemas across Canada discovered exciting titles on the NFB’s streaming platforms with the first-ever NICE Ad Network engagement.
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NICE at ShowCanada 2025
NICE was delighted to participate in this year’s ShowCanada, which took place in Victoria, BC.
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NICE leadership updates
Three years into its formalization as a federal non-profit, NICE is growing!
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Member of the Month: South Cariboo Theatre, 100 Mile House, BC
Since 1974, the South Cariboo Theatre has been showing films and slinging popcorn for audiences in the heart of gorgeous Cariboo, BC.
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Canadian cinemas ❤️ Canadian film
This year, there will be over 100 CanFilmDay screenings in NICE cinemas across the country. And that's not all: Many NICE members are expanding CanFilmDay...into CanFilmWEEK.
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Member of the Month: Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville, Nova Scotia
Owned and operated by the volunteer-run Acadia Cinema Cooperative, this lively historic cinema is a true gem.
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The Globe and Mail: Philanthropy gap for indie cinemas
The excellent Cinéma du Parc and other NICE members (and NICE itself) are featured in this new Globe and Mail piece from Josh O'Kane.
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Distributor Slate Presentation: March 2025
We’re excited to discover upcoming titles from Black Fawn Productions, Capital Motion, Drafthouse Films / Giant Pictures / Tribeca Films, IsumaTV, Les Films du 3 Mars and Partner Distribution.
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Sean Baker’s battle cry for independent cinemas
Anora filmmaker Sean Baker used his 2025 Oscars speech for best director to remind us that the sacred movie-going experience needs to be protected.
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Member of the Month: Aron Theatre Co-op, Campbellford, Ontario
Now run by a community-based co-operative, Aron Theatre is a democratic enterprise with over 2,600 voting members.
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Join the NICE Board of Directors
Do you love Canada's independent cinemas? Do you have big ideas for their future? We want to hear from you to become a NICE Board member!
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Member of the Month: Tivoli Cinema, Charlottetown, PEI
It is our rare pleasure to welcome a brand new cinema to Canada!
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NICE Indie Cinema Showreel
For your holiday viewing, we are thrilled to share our new Indie Cinema Showreel.
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NICE joins CICAE’s call to ‘Defend Democracy, Equity and Cross-Cultural Dialogue’
NICE has signed on to the Call to Defend Democracy, Equity and Cross-Cultural Dialogue from the International Confederation of Arthouse Cinemas - CICAE.
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The Big Fix tackles Canadian market concentration: including in cinema
New book The Big Fix digs into all kinds of market concentration in Canada – including where you watch movies on the big screen.
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TVO Today: “Saving the Revue Cinema”
Dig into a 14-minute video about Toronto's Revue Cinema and hear from NICE about the importance of independent cinemas across Canada.
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Cinemas for sale: The Vogue Theatre, Fernie, BC
Are you a film lover who also enjoys trekking into the great outdoors? Since 1908, the majestic Vogue Theatre in Fernie, BC, has entertained audiences in the captivating foothills of Canadian Rockies.
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