Adjacent to Cineplex Cinemas Fairview Mall,
Playdium will feature Mini Golf, Bowling, Interactive Games,
Attractions and Fun Food Options
TORONTO, Jan. 29,
2024 /CNW/ - (TSX: CGX) – Cineplex, a leading
entertainment and media company, announced plans to open its latest
Playdium location in Toronto,
Ontario. Construction of the new Playdium at CF Fairview
Mall is scheduled to begin next month, with opening targeted for
late 2024. Designed for kids of all ages, the new premium
entertainment complex will be tech-infused, offering classic and
state-of-the-art games and interactive experiences like high-tech
mini golf, bowling, and a variety of tasty and playful food
options. This new Playdium location will be situated next to the
entrance of Cineplex Cinemas Fairview Mall.
"We're combining the best in entertainment and fast-casual
dining by opening a Playdium alongside our Cineplex Cinemas at CF
Fairview Mall. Family and friends can come together for movies,
gaming and delicious food, in a one stop shop for fun," said
Ellis Jacob, President and CEO,
Cineplex. "Leveraging our industry-leading expertise in
entertainment, amusement gaming and food service, this newly
announced Playdium location is sure to become a go-to destination
for everyday fun, casual dining and special occasions."
"In addition to a compelling retail mix, a key component of our
shopping centre offering is providing engaging and entertaining
experiences. We're thrilled to expand our partnership with Cineplex
to bring immersive premium entertainment options to CF Fairview
Mall," commented Rory MacLeod,
Executive Vice President, Operations, Cadillac Fairview.
Spanning approximately 20,000 square feet, the complex will be
dedicated to games and attractions for all skill levels, while also
offering a range of food and beverage options, including
chef-inspired burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, nachos, tacos and a
selection of sweet treats. Designed to accommodate large groups,
Playdium will be the perfect spot for parties, events and team
building, with private rooms for birthday parties and special
gatherings.
Cineplex first announced the expansion of the Playdium concept
in 2017, with locations now open in Whitby and Brampton,
Ontario, and Dartmouth, Nova
Scotia. Playdium complexes are part of Cineplex's Location
Based Entertainment venues, including The Rec Room with over 10
locations across the country.
About Cineplex
Cineplex (TSX: CGX) is a top-tier Canadian brand that operates
in the Film Entertainment and Content, Amusement and Leisure, and
Media sectors. Cineplex offers a unique escape from the everyday to
millions of guests through its circuit of over 170 movie theatres
and location-based entertainment venues. In addition to being
Canada's largest and most
innovative film exhibitor, the company operates Canada's favourite destination for 'Eats &
Entertainment' (The Rec Room), complexes specially designed for
teens and families (Playdium), and a newly launched entertainment
concept that brings movies, amusement gaming, dining, and live
performances together under one roof (Cineplex Junxion). It also
operates successful businesses in digital commerce
(CineplexStore.com), alternative programming (Cineplex Events),
motion picture distribution (Cineplex Pictures), cinema media
(Cineplex Media), digital place-based media (Cineplex Digital
Media) and amusement solutions (Player One Amusement Group).
Providing even more value for its guests, Cineplex is a partner in
Scene+, Canada's largest
entertainment and lifestyle loyalty program.
Proudly recognized as having one of the country's Most Admired
Corporate Cultures, Cineplex employs over 10,000 people in its
offices and venues across Canada
and the United States. To learn
more, visit Cineplex.com.
About Cadillac Fairview
Cadillac Fairview (CF) is one of
the largest owners, operators, investors and developers of
best-in-class office, retail, multi-family residential, industrial
and mixed-use properties in North
America.
Wholly owned by the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, with assets
under management of more than $30
billion, CF manages over 35 million square feet of
leasable space at 68 landmark properties across Canada, including Toronto-Dominion Centre, CF
Toronto Eaton Centre, Tour Deloitte, CF Carrefour Laval, CF Chinook
Centre and CF Pacific Centre.
Driven by its purpose of Transforming Communities for a Vibrant
Tomorrow, CF is continually striving to make a positive impact in
communities where it operates by promoting social connection,
growth, and a sustainable future. Visit cadillacfairview.com
for more information.
SOURCE Cineplex