Live at Heart International Music Showcase Shines Light on the Burin Peninsula
News release
Government support helps Vision 360 Productions host event for the first time in Canada
October 10, 2018 – Burin, NL – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Arts-based entrepreneurs and businesses have far-reaching benefits on our economy, our society and our culture as a whole. Helping Atlantic Canadian artists to find new markets and gain the business skills they need to build strong and sustainable careers is key to the continued diversity and vibrancy of Atlantic Canada’s cultural sector.
With assistance from the governments of Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador, Vision 360 Productions will present the first-ever “Live at Heart” international music showcase to take place in Canada. This event, which originated in Europe, will be held on the Burin Peninsula from October 10-14, 2018. It will provide an opportunity for Newfoundland and Labrador musicians to meet with industry representatives to develop business skills and identify new markets. This event will also enable local artists to showcase their talents to an international audience.
Churence Rogers, Member of Parliament for Bonavista-Burin-Trinity, on behalf of the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), today announced an investment of $40,000 for this event from ACOA’s Business Development Program. Mark Browne, MHA for Placentia West – Bellevue, on behalf of the Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Newfoundland and Labrador Minister of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation announced $17,000 in provincial funding.
These investments build on commitments made by the Government of Canada and the four Atlantic Provinces to drive economic growth in the region through the Atlantic Growth Strategy. The strategy focuses on building a strong culture of innovation by supporting creative and entrepreneurial people, and maximizing opportunities for export growth.
Quotes
“The Government of Canada recognizes that investing in arts and cultural initiatives stimulates economic growth and helps strengthen and diversify our communities. Our investment in this unique international music showcase provides a forum for artists and musicians to display their incredible talent while networking and learning from diverse, like-minded artists.”
- The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development and Minister responsible for ACOA
“Newfoundland and Labrador is home to a vibrant music and arts community, producing performers and artists that have gained national and international recognition. We are proud to support Vison 360 to host an event that will promote and showcase our talented musicians and artists to an international audience, while positioning them to capitalize on opportunities beyond our province.”
- Churence Rogers, Member of Parliament for Bonavista-Burin-Trinity
“The Live at Heart production involves local and international participants with a goal of identifying new markets. The event will connect artists and industry representatives, generate business for local operators, and provide a great opportunity for musicians and filmmakers to showcase their work on an international stage. Strengthening the economic foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador is a priority for our government, as outlined in The Way Forward.”
- The Honourable Christopher Mitchelmore, Newfoundland and Labrador Minister of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation
“I’m absolutely thrilled to hear that the first-ever “Live at Heart” International Music Showcase will be hosted on the Burin Peninsula. Our province is widely known for its musicality and deeply rooted culture. Now, thanks to Vison 360, the assistance from our government of Newfoundland and Labrador and Canada, we’re able to bring a festival of this caliber to the area. A festival which provides the opportunity to increase tourism, business, and the ability for local acts to gain further exposure in the industry. This is tremendous news for all involved.”
- Mark Browne, MHA for Placentia West - Bellevue
It is the goal of Vision 360, a not for profit company, to create a vibrant music and arts community on the Burin Peninsula. We want to provide an environment which nurtures Newfoundland and Labrador musicians through exposure to international audiences and networks, while at the same time exposing world delegates to our region which will provide rich and diverse tourism experiences.
- Ben Wiseman, President Vision 360
Contacts
Paul McGrath
Director, Communications
ACOA NL
709-772-2984
paul.mcgrath@canada.ca
Eric Humber
Media Relations Manager
Department of Tourism, Culture, Industry and Innovation
709-729-4819, 725- 9655
erichumber@gov.nl.ca
Mike Brennan
Media Relations
Vision 360
709- 277- 1368
lmbrennan@nf.sympatico.ca