grahamb · January 20, 2012 19:41 · Jan 20, 2012 · Jan 20, 2012
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+The Honourable Christy Clark
+Premier of British Columbia
+Box 9041
+Station PROV GOVT
+Victoria, BC
+
+SUBMITTED BY EMAIL: [email protected] 
+
+Dear Premier Clark,
+
+I am a patron and supporter of the Rio Theatre located at 1660 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC. Since moving to the area in May 2010, I have attended countless events at the Rio, ranging from movie screenings to live music performances. I am both saddened and deeply angered to hear that its long tradition of unique cinema and artists-supporting film festivals is being silenced by the strict and seemingly selective enforcement of severely outdated laws by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch.
+
+The LCLB's actions will damage the city in a very real way by robbing it of one of its few remaining venues for independent cinema, and in the larger context will erode Vancouver's reputation as an internationally recognized city that respects and supports its artists. We are a artistic city, full of performers, creators, and imaginative workers who tirelessly push to bring the best of us to the screen. However this is seen as a lesser task than the more "noble pursuits" of bowling alleys, sports arenas and truck rallies which seem entirely acceptable forms of entertainment to serve alcohol along with. It is completely non-sensical that I can responsibly enjoy an alcoholic beverage while taking in a show at the Vogue Theatre (let alone a sporting event), but not while doing the same at the Rio.
+
+I speak for many when I ask you direct the LCLB and the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General to reconsider this outdated ruling and allow the Rio, and many other venues, to flourish in a city that desperately needs and deserves them. I would also hope that you would raise the issue of BC's outdated and outmoded liquor laws in the Legislature at your earliest convenience.
+
+Sincerely,
+
+Graham Ballantyne
+[contact info]
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+Adrian Dix
+Member of the Legislative Assembly, Vancouver-Kingsway
+Room 201
+Parliament Buildings
+Victoria, BC
+V8V 1X4
+
+SUBMITTED BY EMAIL: [email protected] 
+
+Dear Mr. Dix,
+
+I am a resident of your riding and a patron and supporter of the Rio Theatre located at 1660 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC. Since moving to the area in May 2010, I have attended countless events at the Rio, ranging from movie screenings to live music performances. I am both saddened and deeply angered to hear that its long tradition of unique cinema and artists-supporting film festivals is being silenced by the strict and seemingly selective enforcement of severely outdated laws by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch.
+
+The LCLB's actions will damage the city in a very real way by robbing it of one of its few remaining venues for independent cinema, and in the larger context will erode Vancouver's reputation as an internationally recognized city that respects and supports its artists. We are a artistic city, full of performers, creators, and imaginative workers who tirelessly push to bring the best of us to the screen. However this is seen as a lesser task than the more "noble pursuits" of bowling alleys, sports arenas and truck rallies which seem entirely acceptable forms of entertainment to serve alcohol along with. It is completely non-sensical that I can responsibly enjoy an alcoholic beverage while taking in a show at the Vogue Theatre (let alone a sporting event), but not while doing the same at the Rio.
+
+I speak for many when I ask you to urge the LCLB and the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General to reconsider this outdated ruling and allow the Rio, and many other venues, to flourish in a city that desperately needs and deserves them. I would also hope that you would raise the issue of BC's outdated and outmoded liquor laws in the Legislature at your earliest convenience.
+
+Sincerely,
+
+Graham Ballantyne
+[contact info]
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+Jenny Kwan
+Member of the Legislative Assembly, Vancouver-Mount Pleasant
+Room 201
+Parliament Buildings
+Victoria, BC
+V8V 1X4
+
+SUBMITTED BY EMAIL: [email protected] 
+
+Dear Ms Kwan,
+
+I am a patron and supporter of the Rio Theatre located in your riding at 1660 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC. Since moving to the area in May 2010, I have attended countless events at the Rio, ranging from movie screenings to live music performances. I am both saddened and deeply angered to hear that its long tradition of unique cinema and artists-supporting film festivals is being silenced by the strict and seemingly selective enforcement of severely outdated laws by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch.
+
+The LCLB's actions will damage the city in a very real way by robbing it of one of its few remaining venues for independent cinema, and in the larger context will erode Vancouver's reputation as an internationally recognized city that respects and supports its artists. We are a artistic city, full of performers, creators, and imaginative workers who tirelessly push to bring the best of us to the screen. However this is seen as a lesser task than the more "noble pursuits" of bowling alleys, sports arenas and truck rallies which seem entirely acceptable forms of entertainment to serve alcohol along with. It is completely non-sensical that I can responsibly enjoy an alcoholic beverage while taking in a show at the Vogue Theatre (let alone a sporting event), but not while doing the same at the Rio.
+
+I speak for many when I ask you to urge the LCLB and the Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General to reconsider this outdated ruling and allow the Rio, and many other venues, to flourish in a city that desperately needs and deserves them. I would also hope that you would raise the issue of BC's outdated and outmoded liquor laws in the Legislature at your earliest convenience.
+
+Sincerely,
+
+Graham Ballantyne
+[contact info]
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+Liquor Control and Licensing Branch
+Ministry of Housing and Social Development
+PO Box 9292 Stn Prov Govt
+Victoria, BC V8W 9J8
+
+SUBMITTED BY EMAIL: [email protected]
+
+To whom it may concern,
+
+I am a patron and supporter of the Rio Theatre located at 1660 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC. Since moving to the area in May 2010, I have attended countless events at the Rio, ranging from movie screenings to live music performances. I am both saddened and deeply angered to hear that its long tradition of unique cinema and artists-supporting film festivals is being silenced by the strict and seemingly selective enforcement of severely outdated laws by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch.
+
+The LCLB's actions will damage the city in a very real way by robbing it of one of its few remaining venues for independent cinema, and in the larger context will erode Vancouver's reputation as an internationally recognized city that respects and supports its artists. We are a artistic city, full of performers, creators, and imaginative workers who tirelessly push to bring the best of us to the screen. However this is seen as a lesser task than the more "noble pursuits" of bowling alleys, sports arenas and truck rallies which seem entirely acceptable forms of entertainment to serve alcohol along with. It is completely non-sensical that I can responsibly enjoy an alcoholic beverage while taking in a show at the Vogue Theatre (let alone a sporting event), but not while doing the same at the Rio.
+
+I speak for many when I ask you to reconsider this outdated ruling and allow the Rio, and many other venues, to flourish in a city that desperately needs and deserves them.
+
+Sincerely,
+
+Graham Ballantyne
+[contact info]
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+Hon. Shirley Bond
+Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General
+Room 347
+Parliament Buildings
+Victoria, BC
+V8V 1X4
+
+SUBMITTED BY EMAIL: [email protected] 
+
+Dear Minister Bond,
+
+I am a patron and supporter of the Rio Theatre located at 1660 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC. Since moving to the area in May 2010, I have attended countless events at the Rio, ranging from movie screenings to live music performances. I am both saddened and deeply angered to hear that its long tradition of unique cinema and artists-supporting film festivals is being silenced by the strict and seemingly selective enforcement of severely outdated laws by the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch.
+
+The LCLB's actions will damage the city in a very real way by robbing it of one of its few remaining venues for independent cinema, and in the larger context will erode Vancouver's reputation as an internationally recognized city that respects and supports its artists. We are a artistic city, full of performers, creators, and imaginative workers who tirelessly push to bring the best of us to the screen. However this is seen as a lesser task than the more "noble pursuits" of bowling alleys, sports arenas and truck rallies which seem entirely acceptable forms of entertainment to serve alcohol along with. It is completely non-sensical that I can responsibly enjoy an alcoholic beverage while taking in a show at the Vogue Theatre (let alone a sporting event), but not while doing the same at the Rio.
+
+I speak for many when I ask you direct the LCLB to reconsider this outdated ruling and allow the Rio, and many other venues, to flourish in a city that desperately needs and deserves them. I would also hope that you would raise the issue of BC's outdated and outmoded liquor laws in the Legislature at your earliest convenience.
+
+Sincerely,
+
+Graham Ballantyne