Canada supports Sudbury’s YES Theatre

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SUDBURY – Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament (Sudbury), announced $150,620 in funding for the YES Theatre in Sudbury. She made this announcement on behalf of Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage. The investment supported the Theatre’s 2023 summer festival and will be used to purchase a new lighting console and counterweight fly system that will enhance the quality of productions …

Music creators to benefit from funding for Canada Music Fund

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HALIFAX – Music connects us to one another through rhythm, passion and storytelling. The Government of Canada remains committed to helping Canadian-owned music companies and organizations invest in our diverse and talented artists to help them thrive in the global market. While taking part in celebrations for the JUNO Awards, Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced a renewal and …

Strengthening guidelines on foreign investments in digital media 

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New policies provide clarity to investors and Canadian businesses Ottawa – François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, and Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, made the following statement to provide additional direction on the application of the Investment Canada Act in the interactive digital media sector: “Interactive digital media, like video games and virtual reality devices, are a part …

Inclusive skills training for Canadians living with ADHD

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Saguenay – Canada’s job market continues to evolve, offering new opportunities and areas for growth for Canadians. Now more than ever, it is critical that we expand and strengthen our workforce and get Canadians the skills and resources they need to thrive. That is why the Government is investing in projects that will help Canadians improve their foundational and transferable …

Supporting independent local journalism 

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SAGUENAY – Local journalism reflects our day-to-day realities, informs us about issues that might affect us and, through storytelling, unites us as neighbours and Canadians. The Government of Canada remains committed to ensuring that all Canadians can access sustainable and robust independent news. Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced $58.8 million in funding to extend the Local Journalism Initiative …

Revitalizating Kaska language 

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WHITEHORSE – The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Indigenous Peoples in their efforts to reclaim, revitalize, maintain and strengthen their languages and cultures. Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, announced a $1.8-million investment over five years to support the revitalization of the Kaska language in the …

Government supports Imperial Cinema Centre

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MONTRÉAL – The Imperial Cinema, an iconic Montréal landmark, has been hosting film premieres, galas and numerous festivals for many years, much to the delight of local residents. To bring this historic building up to current building code, the Imperial Cinema Centre wants to breathe new life into this heritage site. Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced $3 million …

Supporting audiovisual sector through Telefilm Canada

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OTTAWA – The Government of Canada is committed to supporting Canadian feature films and television productions because they tell our story and reflect our lives. We are modernizing our support for the audiovisual sector to connect better with Canadians, including through actions like the Online Streaming Act that help the sector adapt to the evolving creation ecosystem. To respond to challenges facing …

Canada supports 40th Saguenay en Neige festival

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SAGUENAY – Saguenay en Neige celebrates its 40th anniversary. Once again this year, a number of activities are planned for the young and young at heart, including a snow sculptures exhibition. Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, is pleased to announce $37,300 in funding for this can’t-miss gathering, taking place February 1 to 11, 2024. Funding comes from the Local …

Imperial Theatre gets funding for programming, renovations

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SAINT JOHN – As one of Atlantic Canada’s most beautiful historic performance venues, the Imperial Theatre has been delighting audiences with a range of diverse and quality shows for many years. It is an important driving force behind the cultural vitality of the city of Saint John and beyond. Wayne Long, Member of Parliament (Saint John–Rothesay), announced funding of $258,343 …