Welcome to the new NICE website
We’re thrilled to launch our brand new website, which you are on now!
Read more
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.
Read more
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).
Read more
NICE launches the Canadian Movie Marketplace
Connecting Canadian films with Canadian cinemas.
Read more
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.
Read more
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.
Read more
NICE at ShowCanada 2025
NICE was delighted to participate in this year’s ShowCanada, which took place in Victoria, BC.
Read more
NICE leadership updates
Three years into its formalization as a federal non-profit, NICE is growing!
Read more
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.
Read more
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!
Read more
NICE Indie Cinema Showreel
For your holiday viewing, we are thrilled to share our new Indie Cinema Showreel.
Read more
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.
Read more
Program launch: Indie Cinema Passport + Passeport Indépendance de NICE
With this exclusive card, staff members of participating NICE cinemas can claim a free ticket to a regular screening at all other participating venues.
Read more
NICE celebrates its third year with new cinema staff perks, group purchase discounts and big-screen opportunities during Indie Cinema Mixer at TIFF 2024
Now in its third year, the Network of Independent Canadian Exhibitors (NICE) is delighted to continue hosting its celebrated Indie Cinema Mixer at TIFF on Monday, September 9.
Read more
New program: Discounts on xenon lamps from LTI for NICE members
A new group xenon lamp purchase program for Canadian independent film exhibitors.
Read more
NICE supports the sale of alcohol in BC movie theatres
NICE is proud to support a request to the BC Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General to allow the purchase and consumption of beer and wine within movie theatres with mixed ages in attendance.
Read more
NICE and Front Row Insurance enter new agreement
NICE and Front Row Insurance are delighted to announce a new program for independent film exhibitors.
Read more
Distributor Slate Presentation: July 2024
On Friday, July 12, we're excited to discover upcoming titles from Drafthouse Films / Giant Pictures / Tribeca Films, Seventh Art Productions / Exhibition on Screen, National Film Board of Canada (NFB), and Partner Distribution / Zellis Entertainment.
Read more
NICE at the Independent Film Exhibition Conference
NICE was delighted to spend five days meeting with partners, attending interesting presentations and finding community at the Independent Film Exhibition Conference.
Read more
NICE at ShowCanada 2024
NICE is delighted to participate in this year's ShowCanada, an annual conference dedicated to film exhibition across Canada.
Read more
Proud Member of NICE: New pre-show bumper
The next time you’re at your favourite independent cinema, keep your eyes peeled for our pre-show bumper.
Read more
Report: The State of Independent Film Exhibition in Canada
Get the numbers behind the crisis in independent film exhibition across Canada in this new report.
Read more
The promise of theatrical exhibition in Canada: New Telefilm report on Canadian Movie Consumption
The Network of Independent Canadian Exhibitors (NICE) is delighted that Telefilm is discovering, quantifying and evaluating feature film consumption across the country with the newly-released study Canadian Movie Consumption Exploring the Health of Feature Film in Canada.
Read more
Independent cinemas in Canada are in crisis
A new survey of NICE members has revealed a need for support.
Read more
NICE Indie Cinema Mixer at TIFF 2023
During this year’s TIFF, NICE celebrated the important work of independent film exhibitors and their partners over drinks and snacks.
Read more
NICE Indie Cinema Mixer at Show Canada
Independent film exhibitors and their colleagues attending Show Canada were invited to join NICE for an Indie Cinema Mixer, supported by Telefilm Canada.
Read more
Celebrating 10 years of National Canadian Film Day
Taking place on April 18, 2023, the 10th edition of National Canadian Film Day was a massive, coast-to-coast-to-coast salute to Canadian cinema!
Read more
Telefilm’s support of indie cinemas comes at the perfect time
NICE is encouraged to see enhanced support of the film exhibition sector this year with Telefilm’s Theatrical Exhibition Program.
Read more
NICE Launch Event at TIFF 2022
During this year’s TIFF, we celebrated the official launch of the Network of Independent Canadian Exhibitors (NICE) over drinks and snacks. The event would not have been...
Read more
Canadian independent cinemas, film festivals and exhibitors form new network
Crucial moment to support an industry at a crossroads Historic landmarks in rural communities, bustling urban screening series, retro drive-in theatres and more unite with...
Read more
Movie Memory, in a cinema near you
Starting today, NICE members of all shapes and sizes across the country have begun sharing the Movie Memory ad spot in their pre-show and more....
Read more
‘Movie Memory’ in your cinema
Get paid to promote going to the movies! NICE is organizing cinemas across the country who are interested in showing a 30-second Movie Memory campaign...
Read more
Hot Docs Independent Cinema Relief Fund Raises $72.9K & 29 Canadian Cinemas Receive Funding
Hot Docs is thrilled to announce that the Independent Cinema Relief Fund surpassed its goal by 240 per cent to raise a total of $72.9K, enabling...
Read more
A Thriving Cultural Economy Includes Independent Cinemas
Today, cinemas nationwide celebrate and showcase great movies on National Canadian Film Day. In order for Canadian film to succeed, we need Canadian independent film exhibitors....
Read more
Relief for Cinemas: New Fund from Hot Docs
The Network of Independent Canadian Exhibitors (NICE) is delighted to partner with Hot Docs to support the Hot Docs Independent Cinemas Relief Fund. From March...
Read more
Support Indie Film Exhibitors
Gift Cards and Memberships are a great way to support your local cinema or film exhibitor, while we’re closed to #flattenthecurve. Check out our list...
Read more
Network of Independent Canadian Exhibitors (NICE) Supports Complaint to Competition Bureau Canada
Cineplex market share is extraordinary when compared to other countries New industry network of independent Canadian film exhibitors speaks up: https://staging.nicecinema.ca Network of Independent Canadian Exhibitors...
Read more