Montreal’s historic Imperial Cinema risks closing its doors
Posted December 12, 2023 2:38 pm.
Last Updated December 12, 2023 2:39 pm.
The historic Imperial Cinema located in downtown Montreal is at risk of closing due to lack of federal funding for necessary renovations, the theatre has said.
It was built in 1913 and is in need of restoration work.
The board warns they may need to close their doors in January if they do not receive federal funding to completed the necessary work.
Quebecor has helped fund the Imperial Cinema since 2017, but is threatening to pull financing as of Jan. 30, 2024 due to lack of funds from the Canadian government.
The theatre has also received financing for the Quebec government, and the City of Montreal.
The Imperial Cinema is a non-profit and is registered as a Quebec heritage building.
