Montréal’s Circus Arts and Culture Scene Gets a $31 Million Boost
Montréal – The vibrant circus arts and culture scene in Montréal is set to receive a major boost as the federal government announced a $31 million investment over two years for the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. This funding, part of Budget 2024, aims to support community facilities and entertainment spaces that bring Canadians together.
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, made the announcement today in Montréal, highlighting a significant portion of the funding that will go towards supporting TOHU, a performing arts theatre, and the thrilling circus programs of the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque. This investment will not only showcase the talents of local artists but also create jobs, drive tourism, and enhance the city’s cultural landscape.
The Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque will transform venues, streets, parks, and even sidewalks into stages for high-flying performers from Montréal and around the world for 11 days. This event promises to celebrate the spirit and artistry of the circus, showcasing Montréal as a global hub for this unique form of entertainment.
Minister Miller emphasized the importance of investing in cultural industries, highlighting their significant contribution to the economy. The support provided will alleviate broadcasting costs and ensure that Montréal continues to shine as an international center for circus arts.
Stéphane Lavoie, General and Programming Director of TOHU, expressed gratitude for the recognition of the positive impact of culture on citizens. This funding will enable them to support increased broadcasting costs and further elevate Montréal’s status in the circus arts world.
Additionally, Patricia Lattanzio, MP of Saint-Léonard—Saint-Michel, emphasized the broader benefits of government support for projects like the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque, which not only create jobs and boost tourism but also benefit the entire community.
Budget 2024 also focuses on tax fairness, making transformative investments possible to benefit younger generations. By increasing capital gains taxes on a small percentage of Canadians, the government aims to generate substantial revenue, which can be used by provinces and territories to make vital investments in housing, health care, education, and more.
With this substantial investment in arts and culture, Montréal’s circus scene is set to soar to new heights, showcasing the city’s creativity and talent while bringing communities together in celebration of the arts.
Montréal – The vibrant circus arts and culture scene in Montréal is set to receive a major boost as the federal government announced a $31 million investment over two years for the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. This funding, part of Budget 2024, aims to support community facilities and entertainment spaces that bring Canadians together.
The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, made the announcement today in Montréal, highlighting a significant portion of the funding that will go towards supporting TOHU, a performing arts theatre, and the thrilling circus programs of the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque. This investment will not only showcase the talents of local artists but also create jobs, drive tourism, and enhance the city’s cultural landscape.
The Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque will transform venues, streets, parks, and even sidewalks into stages for high-flying performers from Montréal and around the world for 11 days. This event promises to celebrate the spirit and artistry of the circus, showcasing Montréal as a global hub for this unique form of entertainment.
Minister Miller emphasized the importance of investing in cultural industries, highlighting their significant contribution to the economy. The support provided will alleviate broadcasting costs and ensure that Montréal continues to shine as an international center for circus arts.
Stéphane Lavoie, General and Programming Director of TOHU, expressed gratitude for the recognition of the positive impact of culture on citizens. This funding will enable them to support increased broadcasting costs and further elevate Montréal’s status in the circus arts world.
Additionally, Patricia Lattanzio, MP of Saint-Léonard—Saint-Michel, emphasized the broader benefits of government support for projects like the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque, which not only create jobs and boost tourism but also benefit the entire community.
Budget 2024 also focuses on tax fairness, making transformative investments possible to benefit younger generations. By increasing capital gains taxes on a small percentage of Canadians, the government aims to generate substantial revenue, which can be used by provinces and territories to make vital investments in housing, health care, education, and more.
With this substantial investment in arts and culture, Montréal’s circus scene is set to soar to new heights, showcasing the city’s creativity and talent while bringing communities together in celebration of the arts.
