Weyburn, SK – September 18, 2025  – The Weyburn Theatre Community Service Cooperative is proud to announce a significant $150,000 sponsorship from Harvard Resources , securing the Sound & Lighting Sponsorship  for the new Spark Cinema in Weyburn. This contribution marks a major step toward ensuring a state-of-the-art audio and visual experience for future moviegoers. Peter Hanrahan, CEO of Harvard Resources, emphasized the company’s dedication to community investment: “At Harvard, our commitment to Weyburn and Southeast Saskatchewan extends well beyond our ongoing operations. Supporting projects like the Spark Cinema ensures that the community continues to grow and thrive. We’re proud to help bring a first-class entertainment venue back to Weyburn, one that will serve families, youth, and businesses for generations to come.” With this support, the Cooperative moves closer to its goal of raising $3 million to complete one of Weyburn’s largest community-driven projects. “We are proud to welcome Harvard Resources as our Sound & Lighting Sponsor. Their contribution not only brings us closer to opening the doors of the Spark Cinema, but also strengthens Weyburn’s ability to attract families and employees. A strong community with vibrant amenities is good for everyone, and Harvard’s leadership in this project sets an inspiring example.”  – Ryan Bader, member of WTCSC’s fundraising committee. The Weyburn Theatre Community Service Cooperative continues to invite local businesses, organizations, and individuals to join in making the Spark Cinema a reality. Together, the community is bringing the movies back to Weyburn. About Harvard Resources The Harvard Energy Group (Harvard), based in Calgary, Alberta, is comprised of Harvard Resources Inc. and Harvard Energy Partnership. Harvard’s activities are focused on petroleum and natural gas exploration and production. Total production is approximately 7,500 barrels of oil equivalent per day. Harvard is owned by the Hill Family of Regina, Saskatchewan, and a private investor in San Diego, California.

August 17, 2025 The future of film in Weyburn is looking brighter thanks to Kingston Midstream , who generously donated $50,000  to the fundraising campaign for the city’s new movie theatre. This donation adds to recent support from community leaders like the Weyburn Young Fellows and brings the current fundraising total to $1.7 million . Dena Bachorcik, Public Awareness & Community Investment Coordinator for Kingston Midstream, had this to say: At Kingston Midstream we are committed to building and maintaining strong relationships in the communities in which we live and operate. We believe in supporting local non-profit organizations, charities and community initiatives through our Community Investment efforts, particularly with the generous support from our parent company, James Richardson & Sons, Ltd. The Richardson Foundation funding guidelines focus on helping create sustainable futures for Canadian charitable organizations in the Visual and Performing Arts, Education, Youth Initiatives and Environmental Issues. We believe that having a theatre in Weyburn again will be an asset to the community and surrounding area as an important visual and performing arts project to support.  Promoting the arts, enhancing quality of life, creating opportunities for social connection and increasing economic activity in the community. For information regarding funding, requests and applications please visit the Community Investment page on our website  kingstonmidstream.com  or reach out to me at 306-636-7242 or by email  dena.bachorcik@kingstonmidstream.com . The project organizers hope the community will follow suit. “Every dollar counts, and every gift takes us one step closer to bringing movies back to Weyburn,” said Treasurer of the Board, Sean Purdue.  “We can’t do this without supporters like Kingston Midstream and we are honoured they chose to donate to such an important project for this community.” For more information on how you can support the project, check out the cooperative’s website at www.weyburntheatre.com  or send them an email at weyburntheatre@gmail.com .

Weyburn, SK: The Young Fellows Club of Weyburn(YFCW) is excited to announce a major sponsorship increase from the amount of $100,000.00 to $250,000. The funds will be donated to the Weyburn Theatre Community Service Cooperative(WTCSC) to help ensure construction of a new Co-Operative Movie Theatre in Weyburn, Saskatchewan. This donation increase pushes the YFCW to over $3,000,000 donated back to Weyburn and the surrounding communities. The YFCW has been a long-standing cornerstone of fundraising and community involvement in Weyburn and the surrounding area. With the club having been founded in 1922, adjusting for inflation would put this sum over $5,000,000. The WTCSC has been fundraising since 2022 and has raised over $1.65 million. Under the original feasibility study and plan the group would raise $1.6m and finance the remainder of the build. Unfortunately over the past few years inflation has run rampant and this year's economic uncertainty has again impacted projected costs. The YFCW saw the need for a facility like this in our community and recognized the impact that inflation and trade disputes have had on the cost of construction. To that end the club reviewed their original donation of $100,000 and decided to increase it by $150,000 to a total donation of $250,000. This donation pushes the total committed funds for the WTCSC to $1,650,000 towards completion of the construction project.

Exciting news for our community—CTV News has spotlighted the incredible progress and spirit behind the Weyburn Theatre project! Since the closure of the Soo Theatre in 2018, our city has rallied together to bring movies back to downtown Weyburn. The recent coverage by Wayne Mantyka highlights the momentum we've built through fundraising and construction milestones. Check out the full story on CTV News  and see how Weyburn is making movie magic happen again!

Are you a movie buff or just looking for a fun night out? The Weyburn Theatre Community Service Cooperative has the perfect event for you! Mark your calendars for March 7th and join us at the Weyburn Legion for an exciting Movie Trivia Night fundraiser. Event Details: Date: March 7th Location: Weyburn Legion Doors Open: 6 PM (with cocktails) Trivia Starts: 7 PM This event promises to be a blast with a trivia game designed for teams of four. While the focus is on movie trivia, there will be other categories to keep things interesting. Whether you're a hardcore film enthusiast or just a casual movie fan, you'll find the questions accessible and fun. What's in Store: Exciting Trivia Game Format: Enjoy a well-structured trivia game that guarantees a great time. Prizes and Nachos: Win fantastic prizes and indulge in a nacho bar to keep the movie theme alive. Inclusive Participation: No need for an extensive film background—anyone can join and win! Tables seat eight people, with two teams at each table, priced at $400 per team. There are limited tables available, so make sure to secure your spot soon by emailing weyburntheatre@gmail.com or contacting any WTCSC board member. Additionally, the event welcomes donations for auction items. If you have something to contribute, whether movie-themed or not, your generosity will be greatly appreciated. Sponsorship Opportunities: We are also offering various sponsorship opportunities for businesses and individuals who wish to support this event. Sponsorship packages include benefits such as: Brand Visibility: Your logo and name featured prominently at the event and in promotional materials. Event Tickets: Complimentary tickets to the event for your team or guests. Recognition: Acknowledgment during the event and on social media platforms. For more details on sponsorship opportunities, please refer to the attached document or contact us directly at weyburntheatre@gmail.com . Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the Weyburn Theatre Community Service Cooperative while having a memorable night with friends and family. Follow Weyburn Theatre on Facebook for more updates and announcements. Get your seats now and be part of a night filled with trivia, prizes, and fun!

September 26, 2024:  The board of directors of the Weyburn Theatre Cooperative would like to update the community on the progress of the movie theatre project.  They have been working diligently with their design and construction team and engineered drawings are nearing completion.  Once engineered plans are complete, the construction team will be seeking bids from sub-trades to finalize costs.  “What we do know is that construction costs are going to be meaningfully higher than what we originally estimated nearly three years ago”, says Sean Purdue, Treasurer of the board.  While we don’t have the updated figures, we are anticipating that we will need to raise an additional $1 million before this project can be completed.” The group is considering moving ahead with getting the foundation of the building in place this fall, but there are a few things to be worked out before that decision is finalized.  If they proceed with the foundation work, which includes a significant number of concrete piles, they want the public to know there is a good chance they will have to pause after this stage is complete until funds are in place to proceed with the rest of the project. “It is not lost on us that the longer we wait, the more this project is going to cost”, says Ryan Janke, President of the board.  “That’s why we are planning to begin the foundation work, while continuing our fundraising efforts” added Janke. While they are still seeking some major sponsors and continue selling seat and walk of fame sponsorships, the Cooperative would like the public to know there is no donation too small.  “If all 12,000 residents in Weyburn contributed $5/month for the next year, we would raise more than $700,000”, added Purdue.  “We would love to be watching movies by the end of next year but for that to happen, we are really hoping the public will rally behind this project”. Those wishing to donate can e-Transfer weyburntheatre@gmail.com  or contact the group at that address.  PayPal payments are also an option by visiting www.weyburntheatre.com and clicking on the ‘donate now’ button.