Headline: Federal Government Boosts Arts and Culture Scene in Montreal with $31 Million Investment
In a bold move to enhance the vibrant arts and culture scene in Montreal, the Federal Government has announced a significant investment of $31 million over two years. The funding will be allocated to the Canada Arts Presentation Fund, with $800,000 dedicated to supporting TOHU, a renowned performing arts theatre, and the captivating circus programs of the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque.
Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, the Honourable Marc Miller, made the exciting announcement in Montreal, emphasizing the importance of supporting local artists and cultural industries as key drivers of the economy. The Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque, set to dazzle audiences with high-flying performances from local and international artists, will showcase Montreal as a global hub for circus arts.
Beyond enriching the arts and culture sector, this investment is expected to create jobs, boost tourism, and promote local businesses, contributing to the overall growth and prosperity of the community. Minister Miller expressed the government’s commitment to building a fairer Canada for all generations, highlighting initiatives in Budget 2024 aimed at making communities safer, healthier, and more inclusive.
Key stakeholders, such as Stéphane Lavoie, General and Programming Director of TOHU, and MP Patricia Lattanzio, underscored the positive impact of government support on cultural initiatives, emphasizing the significance of such investments in fostering community engagement and economic development.
The Federal Government’s comprehensive approach to tax fairness in Budget 2024 includes measures to generate new revenue for transformative investments in housing, healthcare, education, childcare, and infrastructure. By increasing capital gains taxes on a small percentage of Canadians, the government is paving the way for a more equitable society where every individual can thrive.
The $31 million investment in Montreal’s arts and culture scene not only celebrates the city’s creative spirit but also underscores the government’s commitment to nurturing a diverse and thriving cultural landscape for Canadians to enjoy and benefit from.
In a bold move to enhance the vibrant arts and culture scene in Montreal, the Federal Government has announced a significant investment of $31 million over two years. The funding will be allocated to the Canada Arts Presentation Fund, with $800,000 dedicated to supporting TOHU, a renowned performing arts theatre, and the captivating circus programs of the Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque.
Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, the Honourable Marc Miller, made the exciting announcement in Montreal, emphasizing the importance of supporting local artists and cultural industries as key drivers of the economy. The Festival Montréal Complètement Cirque, set to dazzle audiences with high-flying performances from local and international artists, will showcase Montreal as a global hub for circus arts.
Beyond enriching the arts and culture sector, this investment is expected to create jobs, boost tourism, and promote local businesses, contributing to the overall growth and prosperity of the community. Minister Miller expressed the government’s commitment to building a fairer Canada for all generations, highlighting initiatives in Budget 2024 aimed at making communities safer, healthier, and more inclusive.
Key stakeholders, such as Stéphane Lavoie, General and Programming Director of TOHU, and MP Patricia Lattanzio, underscored the positive impact of government support on cultural initiatives, emphasizing the significance of such investments in fostering community engagement and economic development.
The Federal Government’s comprehensive approach to tax fairness in Budget 2024 includes measures to generate new revenue for transformative investments in housing, healthcare, education, childcare, and infrastructure. By increasing capital gains taxes on a small percentage of Canadians, the government is paving the way for a more equitable society where every individual can thrive.
The $31 million investment in Montreal’s arts and culture scene not only celebrates the city’s creative spirit but also underscores the government’s commitment to nurturing a diverse and thriving cultural landscape for Canadians to enjoy and benefit from.
