Feasibility Study- Capital Project Independent Cinema Relocation

Summary

Request for Proposals (RFP)- July 2025
Feasibility Study for Relocation & Regional Rebranding for Sudbury Indie Cinema Co-op
Issued: July 30, 2025
Submission Deadline: August 28, 2025

Introduction
Sudbury Indie Cinema Co-op, (“The Indie”) is Northern Ontario’s only bricks and mortar, year-round independent film exhibitor. We are seeking proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a feasibility study focused on relocation planning and potential rebranding as a regional art house cinema, while remaining located in Sudbury.
The total consultant budget shall not exceed $25,000 CAD, inclusive of all fees and expenses. Some additional funds are available for travel to Sudbury for in-person meetings and site visits, as well as for translation of the final report.

Please send your proposal to: Arthouse@SudburyIndieCinema.com

Backgrounder
Sudbury Indie Cinema is a not-for-profit, member-owned co-operative arts organization dedicated to presenting independent, Canadian, and international films that enrich and reflect the diversity of our communities. Due to the planned non-renewal of our lease by our current landlord, we are actively seeking a new home.
We are treating this transition not simply as a logistical challenge, but as a strategic opportunity to reposition the organization as a regional independent cinema hub for Northeastern Ontario. A shortlist of prospective locations has been identified, and we are seeking outside expertise to evaluate their feasibility and help guide our future direction.

Purpose of the Feasibility Study
This study is intended to provide the organization and our stakeholders with:
-A comparative evaluation of the 3 shortlisted locations.
-A high-level cost and operational analysis for each option.
-Preliminary input on how relocation could support a broader rebranding strategy.
-Actionable next steps to support decision-making and potential capital funding strategy.