Santa’s little helpers-Toronto supports 81 festivals, special events

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Toronto – Christmas came early for 81 local festivals and special events which have received funding through the City of Toronto’s Special Events Stabilization Initiative (SESI), totalling more than $1.6 million. Toronto’s festivals are critical to the city’s vitality, prosperity and livability and provide significant economic benefits to local business.   SESI helps cover essential health, safety and security expenses including …

Strengthening Toronto’s cultural landscape

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Toronto – The City of Toronto introduced a new staff report, entitled Culture Connects: An Action Plan for Culture in Toronto, which outlines a 10-year vision to strengthen and transform the city’s cultural landscape. The plan proposes significant new investments in culture to benefit artists, cultural organizations and audiences alike. Mayor Olivia Chow introduced the Action Plan alongside Councillor Shelley …