The Government of Canada is providing more than $6.7 million in funding to 43 organizations

“Our government believes that the arts help unify and inspire all Canadians. We are proud to support these organizations, which celebrate the unique culture of this region. These investments will help local arts professionals continue their work in uniting and inspiring people in Waterloo Region.”

—The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism

“The arts and culture community in Waterloo Region provides a wonderful reflection of the fascinating culture and heritage in this area. Our support will help ensure that this region’s arts scene remains strong and vibrant.”

—Arif Virani, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism

• Since 2016, the Government of Canada has invested $6.7 million in 43 organizations in Waterloo Region

• Projects have been funded under the following programs: Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage, Canada Arts Presentation Fund, Canada Book Fund, Canada Cultural Investment Fund, Canada Cultural Spaces Fund, Canada Periodical Fund, Celebrate Canada, Multiculturalism Program and Museums Assistance Program.

  See backgrounder for additional information.

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Associated links

• Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage
• Canada Arts Presentation Fund
• Canada Book Fund
• Canada Cultural Investment Fund
• Canada Cultural Spaces Fund
• Canada Periodical Fund
• Celebrate Canada
• Multiculturalism Program
• Museums Assistance Program

For more information (media only), please contact:

Simon Ross
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage
and Multiculturalism
819-997-7788

Media Relations
Canadian Heritage
819-994-9101
1-866-569-6155
pch.media-media.pch@canada.ca