Science North will be closing at 4pm on Wednesday, August 6ᵀᴴ for a special event in collaboration with the City of Greater Sudbury and the Ontario 55+ Summer Games.

IMAX®

EXTRAORDINARY AWAITS!

Experience the world’s most immersive movie experience in IMAX® with Laser! Enjoy crystal-clear visuals, powerful sound, and unmatched comfort for a movie night like no other. From thrilling blockbusters to breathtaking documentaries, every show will leave you amazed.

Savour a variety of snacks, treats, and beverages—right in your seat!

  • At Science North, our licensed IMAX® with Laser theatre transforms movie-watching into an unforgettable experience, whether a day out with family & friends or a romantic night with your plus one. Be sure to stop by the Coca-Cola Corner to grab your favourite snacks and drinks before the show. It’s your choice: We have buttery popcorn, sweet treats, icy slushies or refreshing drinks — there’s something for everyone!

For guests 19+

  • Enjoy a selection of canned cocktails and cold beers for a premium touch.

AUGUST SCHEDULES

FEATURED FILM
PRINCE – SIGN O' THE TIMES
* 4 SHOWS ONLY! *
AUG. 29: 6pm
AUG 30: 6pm & 8pm
AUG 31: 1pm

FEATURED DOCUMENTARIES (50 mins or less)
CORAL SEA DAILY: 10am
BLUE WHALES 3D DAILY: 11am (en français)
OCEAN PARADISE 3D DAILY: 12pm
BUTTERFLY JOURNEY DAILY: 1pm
CITIES OF THE FUTURE 3D DAILY: 2pm
WILD RESCUE DAILY: 3pm
DESERT ELEPHANTS 3D DAILY: 4pm
SPACE: THE NEW FRONTIER 3D DAILY: 5pm


CINEMA SOCIAL 50+

PLANTING HOPE: A REGREENING STORY

AUGUST 27 | 9:00am | $25 public / $22.50 members

cinema social at dynamic earth — planting hope: a regreening story

Discover the roots of renewal at our next 50+ Cinema Social.

From a barren landscape to a thriving ecosystem, Sudbury’s story of regreening is one of resilience, innovation, and hope. Join us at Dynamic Earth for a special 50+ Cinema Social that celebrates community, environmental restoration, and the power of transformation. This exclusive morning features light refreshments, inspiring local storytelling, and a private film screening that’s sure to offering guests a chance to connect, reflect, and be part of something truly meaningful.

EVENT DETAILS:

  • Date: Tuesday, August 27 
  • Time: 9:00am–11:00am (doors open at 8:30am) 
  • Location: Dynamic Earth 
  • Admission: $25 general public | $22.50 members   
    • (space is limited – advance registration recommended)

RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!

BUY TICKETS

Your morning includes:

A PRIVATE SCREENING

Planting Hope: A Regreening Story
(Dibaajimowin: Gaazhi G’tigaajigaadek Aki) 

  • This powerful, multilingual documentary (English, French, Anishinaabemowin) shares the story of Greater Sudbury’s environmental renewal. Planting Hope celebrates one of the world’s largest regreening projects, a community-driven effort that brought life, and loons, back to a once-devastated landscape.
    • screening will be presented in English only 
PANEL DISCUSSION WITH Q&A
  • Following the screening of Planting Hope, guests will take part in a panel discussion and audience Q&A highlighting the people, science, and community behind Sudbury’s environmental transformation.
    • Tina McCaffreyCoordinator of VETAC, City of Greater Sudbury
    • John GunnResearcher, Living with Lakes Centre, Laurentian University
    • Carl JorgensenGeneral Manager, Conservation Sudbury
LIGHT MORNING REFRESHMENTS WITH SOCIAL TIME
  • Enjoy a relaxed environment with a continental breakfast, great conversation, and community connection to start your day!
SCHEDULE
  • Opening reflections (3–5 mins) from each panelist about their personal connection to Sudbury’s regreening journey
  • Moderated discussion, focusing upon:
    • The scale and complexity of the reforestation effort
    • Challenges and milestones of working on the ground
    • The role of community partnerships and volunteers
    • Scientific insights and recovery of ecosystems
    • Reflections from being involved in the making of Planting Hope
    • Personal stories, moments of impact, or unexpected lessons
  • Audience Q&A

Come be part of a morning that celebrates renewal of land, of community, and of spirit!


Now Playing

Prince – Sign O' the Times

2D IMAX Exclusive
FOUR SHOWS ONLY! Sign O’ the Times is widely celebrated for capturing the artist at his creative peak—blending electrifying concert footage with cinematic storytelling, powerful visuals, and genre-defying sound. Now, enhanced with IMAX’s precision surround sound audio, customized theatre geometry, and crystal-clear images, Prince’s virtuoso performance is set to mesmerize fans old and new in the most epic format available. Length: 1h 26m.

Coral Sea

2D Documentary
Legend has it that the islands of the Coral Sea are built on the back of a giant sea turtle. This is a world where the ebbs and flows of life are made of the turquoise sea and the lush jungle. Saltwater runs through the veins of the local people, who are deeply connected to the ocean----also some of the most important sanctuaries for endangered green sea turtles in the world. Length: 40m.

Ocean Paradise 3D

3D Documentary
Ocean Paradise transports viewers to the far reaches of the Pacific Ocean, showcasing untouched marine national monuments like Palmyra Atoll, Midway Atoll, and Rose Atoll. These blue-green islands, atolls, and coral reefs teem with wildlife and natural beauty, offering a glimpse into pristine environments vital to our planet's health. Narrated by Diane Lane. Length: 35m.

Butterfly Journey

2D Documentary
Beautiful, delicate yet unbelievably resilient, the butterfly is one of nature’s most enigmatic creatures. A story of adaptation and survival, we follow the vast migrations of the Blue Tigers of Australia and the Monarchs of North America and Mexico. Length: 39m.

Cities of the Future 3D

3D Documentary
Imagine stepping 50 years into the future and finding smart cities designed to be totally sustainable. Renewable energy is our primary power source, space-based solar power provides solar energy 24 hours a day, everything is recycled, and you travel in individualized pods that run on little or no energy. Narrated by John Krasinski. Length: 45m.

Wild Rescue

2D Documentary
Experience the inspiring journey of animals given a second chance at a wild life. Wild Rescue follows the dedicated teams who rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured and orphaned wild animals. Narrated by Marc Summers. Length: 40m.

Desert Elephants 3D

3D Documentary
Join Little Foot and her elephant family as they brave the harsh Namib Desert in Southwest Africa and embark on a journey to an oasis that remains green even through the toughest times. The resilience and familial strength of this species will leave viewers with an inspiring example of survival, adaptation and renewed hope. Length: 40m.

Space: The New Frontier

3D Documentary
An entire generation came of age with the indescribable awe of landing on the Moon — and the ensuing Golden Age of Space has changed our world forever for the better. More than 50 years later, what is the next step for humankind? A second golden age of space has quietly dawned on us, with new hope for humanity as a spacefaring species. Narrated by Chris Pine. Length: 41m.

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