In collaboration with Steveston Community Society, join us in the Gulf of Georgia Cannery's historic Boiler House Theatre for our all-new Movie Matinees! Enjoy classic films, educational documentaries, and even family favourites like you've never seen them before, monthly at the Cannery. Limited seats available.
Event Info
In collaboration with Steveston Community Society, join us in the Gulf of Georgia Cannery’s historic Boiler House Theatre for our all-new Movie Matinees! Enjoy classic films, educational documentaries, and even family favourites like you’ve never seen them before, monthly at the Cannery. Limited seats available.
About the Boiler House Theatre: This historic space was built to house the Cannery’s steam boilers, which powered the machinery used to can salmon between 1894 and 1930. Once filled with powerful boilers, this original structure has been transformed into an intimate theatre space that shows educational films daily. The Boiler House Theatre is a wonderful place to experience your favourite films while immersed in Cannery history.
Upcoming Film Screening:
Date: Monday, April 20, 2026
Film: The Old Man and the Sea (1958)
About the Film:
An old Cuban fisherman goes out to get fish, something he has not done well at for the last three months. He catches a huge one which is devoured by sharks before he can land it.
How do I get tickets?
Online tickets are available in advance via the Steveston Community Centre’s registration portal. Register Here
Day-of tickets for each screening are available for purchase at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site.
Is the Theatre accessible?
Yes, the Boiler House theatre is fully wheelchair accessible.
What movies are playing?
Movie Matinees in the Boiler House Theatre will be featuring a wide variety of films. You can expect:
- Historical documentaries
- Canadian-made films
- 20th Century classics
- Films about Steveston history
- And more!
Upcoming film screenings will be listed on the Gulf of Georgia Cannery website one the previous month’s program has taken place.
Film Screenings
3rd or 4th Monday of each month
February 2026-February 2027
2pm – 4pm (doors 15 minutes in advance)
$5 per ticket
Advance Ticket Purchase/Registration Here
Please note that ticket cost does not include entry to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery museum. Admission to the site must be purchased separately.
Time: 2:00-4:00pm
- Exact length of each monthly program is dependent on the length of the film being screened.
- Doors open 15 minutes prior to screening start time.
Location: Boiler House Theatre, Gulf of Georgia Cannery 12138 Fourth Avenue, Richmond, BC, V7E 3J1
Who can attend?
While this programming is targeted towards Steveston’s seniors community, all ages are welcome to join.
Does my ticket include entry to the Museum?
Entry to the Cannery museum is not included in the movie ticket cost, and may be purchased separately before or after the film screening. Youth (<18) always receive free admission to the museum.
Cost: $5 per ticket
- Audience: Program is developed for seniors (55+), but open to all visitors.
Please note that ticket cost does not include entry to the Gulf of Georgia Cannery museum. Admission to the site must be purchased separately.
Upcoming Dates:
Monday, April 20, 2026 – The Old Man and the Sea
Monday, May 25, 2026 – Sleeping Tigers: The Asahi Baseball Story
Monday, June 22, 2026 – Voices from Across the Water
Monday, July 20, 2026 – Small Town Pride
Monday, August 17, 2026 – The Skiff of Renald Thomas
Monday, September 21, 2026 – Under the Willow Tree: Pioneer Chinese Women in Canada
Monday, October 19, 2026 – TBA
Monday, November 16, 2026 – TBA
Monday, December 21, 2026 – TBA
2027 screening dates TBD
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