Quebec – Supporting festivals and cultural events contributes to economic development in Quebec’s regions. That is why Patricia Lattanzio, Member of Parliament for Saint-Léonard‒Saint-Michel, today announced, on behalf of Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, renewed Government of Canada funding for Montréal en Lumière with a non‑repayable contribution of $375,000 for the year 2025.
Montréal en Lumière is an event that perfectly embodies Montréal’s unique festival experience. To help showcase this winter rendez-vous, CED is supporting the organizers in their efforts to market and promote it with the aim of attracting more visitors and thereby generating major economic spin‑offs to the benefit of all Montréalers. The $375,000 contribution announced today for 2025 comes in addition to the $1,125,000 contribution announced in 2022 for the 2022, 2023 and 2024 years of the festival.
The Government of Canada recognizes and supports businesses and organizations that are a source of pride in their communities. Quebec’s economic growth relies on organizations with strong roots in the regional economy; they are key assets in building a sustainable, inclusive economy.