International Film Centre (Van City Theatre)

This is the home to the Van City Theatre. It screens foreign films. The beautifully appointed 175-seat theatre with balcony and stage can be used to screen films, video and multi-media or to host seminars, multi-media lectures, forums and live performances (music, theatre, etc.).A dramatic three-story glass atrium highlights the elegant lobby area, which is suitable for much more than just concession sales. With a projection wall, comfortable lounge & cafe seating, multi-purpose gallery and exhibition space this area is suitable for all sorts of events including receptions, multi-media exhibitions, round-table discussion groups, meetings and forums. The Vancity Theatre was constructed in 2005 according to all City of Vancouver wheelchair accessibility codes. Our front entrance is at ground level with no steps, as are our main theatre entrances. Specially allocated space for 2-4 wheelchairs is provided (number depends on chair size). A disabled/family washroom is available at ground level. An elevators provides access to all other levels of the facility. For the hearing impared, up to 4 Ultra-Stereo infrared headsets (Model # IRH-501) can be provided per screening. Please ask the theatre manager upon arrival if you require this service. Capacity: 254 Please note that as a registered non-profit society, the VIFC screens films that have not always been seen by the BC Film Classification Board. Under BC law, any person wishing to see these unclassified films must belong to the VIFC society and be 18 years or older. Valid for one year based on the date of purchase, the VIFC basic membership cost is $2.50.

Details About The Facility

Beautiful theatre showing films from all over the world

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Accessible Seating:
175 Seats

Location & Directions

International Film Centre (Van City Theatre)
1181 Seymour Street
Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 3M7