Renewed hope for the future of Burnaby's Michael J. Fox Theatre (opens original article in a new tab)

Burnaby's Michael J. Fox Theatre will remain open until July 2027 after a $400,000 grant from the city to find a new operator, reversing previous closure plans.

• Burnaby Board of Education initially announced closure of Michael J. Fox Theatre on June 30
• City of Burnaby provided $400,000 grant to keep theatre open until July 2027 while seeking new operator
• Theatre will remain open to public while School District continues to have access