Headline: “Federal Investment Brings Circus Arts to Life in Montréal Through Budget 2024”
In a dazzling display of support for the arts and culture scene in Canada, the federal government has announced a substantial investment of $31 million over two years for the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. This funding includes $800,000 earmarked to support TOHU, a renowned performing arts theatre in Montréal, and the captivating circus programs of the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque.
The announcement was made today in Montréal by the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, who highlighted the importance of investing in cultural infrastructure that brings communities together. The Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque will transform the city into a stage for high-flying performers from Montréal and around the world for 11 days, showcasing the vibrant circus arts scene that Montréal is globally known for.
Minister Miller emphasized that this investment not only supports local artists but also creates jobs, drives tourism, and fosters community engagement. This initiative is part of Budget 2024’s broader plan to enhance community facilities and create safer, healthier spaces for Canadians across the country.
The government’s commitment to tax fairness, as outlined in Budget 2024, aims to generate new revenue for transformative investments in housing, health care, education, child care, and infrastructure. By increasing capital gains taxes on a small percentage of Canadians, the government plans to raise $19.4 billion over five years, with a significant portion of this revenue benefiting provincial and territorial governments.
Stéphane Lavoie, General and Programming Director of TOHU, expressed appreciation for the government’s recognition of the cultural sector’s impact on citizens, noting the significant support provided to offset broadcasting costs and promote Montréal as a hub for circus arts.
In response, Patricia Lattanzio, MP for Saint-Léonard—Saint-Michel, highlighted the multifaceted benefits of government support for projects like the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque in fostering community well-being, economic growth, and tourism.
With a focus on building a fairer Canada for every generation, this investment in the arts not only enriches lives but also drives economic prosperity and cultural vibrancy. As Aissa Diop, Director of Communications at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, stated, supporting TOHU and local artists is a strategic investment in the country’s cultural industries, essential drivers of the economy.
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In a dazzling display of support for the arts and culture scene in Canada, the federal government has announced a substantial investment of $31 million over two years for the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. This funding includes $800,000 earmarked to support TOHU, a renowned performing arts theatre in Montréal, and the captivating circus programs of the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque.
The announcement was made today in Montréal by the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, who highlighted the importance of investing in cultural infrastructure that brings communities together. The Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque will transform the city into a stage for high-flying performers from Montréal and around the world for 11 days, showcasing the vibrant circus arts scene that Montréal is globally known for.
Minister Miller emphasized that this investment not only supports local artists but also creates jobs, drives tourism, and fosters community engagement. This initiative is part of Budget 2024’s broader plan to enhance community facilities and create safer, healthier spaces for Canadians across the country.
The government’s commitment to tax fairness, as outlined in Budget 2024, aims to generate new revenue for transformative investments in housing, health care, education, child care, and infrastructure. By increasing capital gains taxes on a small percentage of Canadians, the government plans to raise $19.4 billion over five years, with a significant portion of this revenue benefiting provincial and territorial governments.
Stéphane Lavoie, General and Programming Director of TOHU, expressed appreciation for the government’s recognition of the cultural sector’s impact on citizens, noting the significant support provided to offset broadcasting costs and promote Montréal as a hub for circus arts.
In response, Patricia Lattanzio, MP for Saint-Léonard—Saint-Michel, highlighted the multifaceted benefits of government support for projects like the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque in fostering community well-being, economic growth, and tourism.
With a focus on building a fairer Canada for every generation, this investment in the arts not only enriches lives but also drives economic prosperity and cultural vibrancy. As Aissa Diop, Director of Communications at Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, stated, supporting TOHU and local artists is a strategic investment in the country’s cultural industries, essential drivers of the economy.
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