FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

HALIFAX, NS, January 09, 2008 - Empire Entertainment Limited, Canada’s second largest and fastest growing film and entertainment company announces today that it will begin development of a new state-of-the art 10 screen film and entertainment complex during the Fall of 2008 in Markham ON directly at the intersection of Markham Road (Hwy 48) and Major MacKenzie Drive East on lands owned by ECL Properties Limited.  The construction of Empire Entertainment Markham (approximately 41,000 square feet) blends entertainment with technology in a contemporary and unique design.  The complex within the new retail development provides convenient access to residents of Markham and the surrounding areas and features plenty of well lighted, free parking.  The design of the complex will permit future expansion as the market demonstrates the need for additional screens.

Once fully operational in the Spring of 2009 (pending municipal approval process), this new and exciting complex will complement Empire Entertainments 13 other Ontario complexes. 

The complex features an expansive lobby and10 luxury auditoriums with many new amenities for movie-lovers in Markham including luxurious high back seats (approx. 2100) each with a convenient cup holder situated within a flip-up arm rest and each auditorium featuring stadium-style seating for complete and unobstructed sight lines with loads of leg room, Dolby Digital Surround Sound and wall-to-wall curved screens for that perfect picture!  Additionally, Empire Entertainment Markham will feature the integration of DLP  Digital Cinema Projectors providing crystal clear images!

Empire Entertainment Markham will feature the latest in interactive technology and a wide selection of branded foods

“Bringing another new state-of-the-art entertainment experience to moviegoers in Ontario is very exciting for us at Empire Entertainment, especially our first for movie-lovers in and around Markham” says Dean Leland Vice President of Marketing & Media.  “We know local residents and visitors alike will embrace the excitement that comes with each new complex that we open!” says Leland.  “The arrival of this great facility benefits everyone including local businesses in and around our facility as people make it a must-experience destination!

“We are thrilled to have Empire Entertainment as part of our exciting new first-class development in Markham.” says Donald Clow, President of ECL Properties.   “Empire Entertainment state-of-the-art entertainment complex will be one of the anchor tenants in the development which is 175,000 square feet of prime mixed retail” says Clow.

Empire Entertainment Markham will provide in excess of 100 jobs during the construction phase and create approximately 75 jobs when the complex is fully operational.

Experience the “Adventure Within” at Empire Entertainment Markham- Spring 2009!

About Empire Entertainment Limited:

Empire Entertainment Limited is a 100% owned subsidiary of Empire Company Limited with its corporate headquarters in Stellarton, NS and regional offices in Halifax, NS, Toronto, ON and Calgary, AB. Empire Entertainment owns and operates 50 theatres across Canada (including one IMAX Theatre in Halifax) from Newfoundland to British Columbia.

Empire Entertainment is Canada's second largest and fastest growing film exhibition company providing an exciting out-of-home entertainment experience including traditional film exhibition as well as other content using its digital and satellite capabilities.

With approximately 3,000 employees, Empire Entertainment provides excellent employment opportunities for the youth of Canada in an exciting and energetic industry.

 
For more information, contact:

Dean Leland
Vice President Marketing & Media
Empire Entertainment Limited - Halifax
Office: 902-876-4844
Cell: 902-448-4358

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