Headline: Federal Investment in Montreal’s Arts and Culture Scene to Boost Community Spirit
In a bid to enrich communities and stimulate growth, the federal government has pledged a significant investment in cities and towns across Canada. Today, in a bustling setting in Montréal, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, unveiled a $31 million commitment over two years for the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. This financing, with $800,000 earmarked for TOHU, a renowned performing arts theatre in Montréal, and the captivating circus programs of the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque, seeks to invigorate the local arts and culture scene.
Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque is set to dazzle audiences for 11 days, transforming various venues, streets, and parks into electrifying stages for performers from Montréal and around the globe. The investment not only bolsters the arts sector and supports local talent but also generates jobs, drives tourism, and fosters community unity through the celebration of Montréal’s vibrant arts and culture milieu.
With Budget 2024 initiatives focused on enhancing community well-being, including measures for safer neighborhoods and significant improvements to the tax system, the outlook for Canadians is more promising. The government’s commitment to reducing the capital gains tax advantage aims to enable the construction of 4 million new homes, provide free contraception and diabetes medications, establish $10-a-day child care, and ensure universal access to dental care, fostering an equal ground for all generations to thrive.
Minister Marc Miller emphasized the critical role of the arts and culture sector in driving the economy, citing its contribution to job creation, tourism, and local business support. Stakeholders like TOHU and Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque welcomed the federal support, highlighting its impact on cultural enrichment, economic growth, and community development.
By allocating resources to enhance the arts and culture landscape in Montréal and beyond, the government is paving the way for a more inclusive and prosperous Canada. This concerted effort underscores a commitment to building a fairer society where the arts, culture, and community spirit thrive harmoniously.
For media inquiries, please contact: Aissa Diop Director of Communications, Minister’s Office Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Aissa.Diop@cic.gc.ca
In a bid to enrich communities and stimulate growth, the federal government has pledged a significant investment in cities and towns across Canada. Today, in a bustling setting in Montréal, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, unveiled a $31 million commitment over two years for the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. This financing, with $800,000 earmarked for TOHU, a renowned performing arts theatre in Montréal, and the captivating circus programs of the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque, seeks to invigorate the local arts and culture scene.
Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque is set to dazzle audiences for 11 days, transforming various venues, streets, and parks into electrifying stages for performers from Montréal and around the globe. The investment not only bolsters the arts sector and supports local talent but also generates jobs, drives tourism, and fosters community unity through the celebration of Montréal’s vibrant arts and culture milieu.
With Budget 2024 initiatives focused on enhancing community well-being, including measures for safer neighborhoods and significant improvements to the tax system, the outlook for Canadians is more promising. The government’s commitment to reducing the capital gains tax advantage aims to enable the construction of 4 million new homes, provide free contraception and diabetes medications, establish $10-a-day child care, and ensure universal access to dental care, fostering an equal ground for all generations to thrive.
Minister Marc Miller emphasized the critical role of the arts and culture sector in driving the economy, citing its contribution to job creation, tourism, and local business support. Stakeholders like TOHU and Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque welcomed the federal support, highlighting its impact on cultural enrichment, economic growth, and community development.
By allocating resources to enhance the arts and culture landscape in Montréal and beyond, the government is paving the way for a more inclusive and prosperous Canada. This concerted effort underscores a commitment to building a fairer society where the arts, culture, and community spirit thrive harmoniously.
For media inquiries, please contact: Aissa Diop Director of Communications, Minister’s Office Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Aissa.Diop@cic.gc.ca
