GATINEAU – For several decades, the Government of Canada has acted as leader and defender of cultural sovereignty. Today, it is helping ensure that it does not fall solely into the hands of digital giants. Canada reaffirms its desire to act collectively so that the fundamental values of the 2005 Unesco Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity …
Canada invests in Chan Centre for Performing Arts in Vancouver
VANCOUVER – When cultural institutions and universities work together, they create vibrant spaces where art and knowledge meet. This enhances education, facilitates access to culture and strengthens bonds with the community. Taleeb Noormohamed, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Member of Parliament (Vancouver Granville), announced an investment of $300,000 in the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts …
Canada invests in growth of 2 MRC de Pontiac tourism organizations
Quebec – Supporting businesses and organizations so they can seize economic development and diversification opportunities that are promising for the future contributes to economic development in Quebec’s regions. Sophie Chatel, Member of Parliament for Pontiac, today announced, on behalf of Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, non-repayable contributions totalling nearly $300,000. The financial support from CED is as follows: $99,998 is being granted to Wildwood …
Canada supports 4 Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean organizations
Chambord – Supporting businesses so they can seize economic development and diversification opportunities that are promising for the future contributes to economic development in Quebec’s regions. That is why Brenda Shanahan, Member of Parliament for Châteauguay‒Lacolle, on behalf of Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, announced a total of over $1.5M in contributions to assist four promising …
Feulling economic development in Newfoundland, Nova Scotia
Flat Bay – Preserving history and fostering economic growth are vital for building vibrant, sustainable communities. The Government of Canada’s investment in local infrastructure and cultural hubs is helping rural Newfoundland and Labrador thrive and attract visitors both near and far. Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA, announced non-repayable contributions totalling $1,195,659 for two …
Canada supports 41st Saguenay en Neige winter festival
Quebec – The 41st Saguenay en Neige will take place from January 30 to February 9, 2025. Once again this year, it will feature unique outdoor activities and entertainment for the whole family, with numerous artists, sculptors and musicians, among others. Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced a $36,300 investment in the Saguenay en Neige festival. This funding was …
Canada supports reconciliation efforts at University of Manitoba
WINNIPEG – The Government of Canada is dedicated to supporting initiatives that promote understanding and dialogue between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities across the country. This is a crucial step on our shared path toward reconciliation. Terry Duguid, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister and Special Advisor for Water, and Member of Parliament (Winnipeg South), announced an investment of more than …
Feds invest in important cultural infrastructure projects in Calgary
CALGARY – Celebrating Canada’s rich cultural heritage requires vibrant, inclusive spaces that inspire, educate and connect communities through arts, science and history. Taleeb Noormohamed, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced a $3-million investment in Calgary’s cultural infrastructure. He made the announcement on behalf of Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage. The Glenbow Museum will receive $2.5 million …
Supporting Manitoba Theatre for Young People
WINNIPEG – The Government of Canada is ensuring that the arts are accessible to young Canadians and investing in performance spaces so that they can accommodate the latest technology and remain environmentally sustainable. Taleeb Noormohamed, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage, announced $500,000 in funding for the renovation and modernization of the Manitoba Theatre for Young People (MTYP). …
Funding First Nations documentary heritage projects
Gatineau – Library and Archives Canada (LAC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024–2025 funding cycle of its Listen, Hear Our Voices initiative. In total, 14 First Nations, Inuit and Métis organizations will share $912,963 to support their efforts to digitize and preserve language and culture materials and to increase their digitization and preservation capacity. The recipients were …