COVID-19 restrictions.“For the Rio Theatre, if they are fully licensed, and the conditions are met under the order, including an approved safety plan, then likely yes, they could operate as a restaurant or bar,” a ministry spokesperson said in an email.“This demonstrates the ingenuity of a long-standing B.C.
business in unprecedented times.”On Tuesday, the theatre’s owner told Global News they were making the switch out of frustration with B.C.
restrictions that allow bars and restaurants to operate with COVID-19 safety protocols in place, but ban movie screenings. Rio Theatre set to re-open as sports bar as movie theatres remain closed in British Columbia The theatre has both liquor and foodservice licences.[ Sign up for our Health IQ.