MONTRÉAL, September 28, 2007 - On behalf of the Honourable Josée Verner, Minister of Canadian Heritage, Status of Women and Official Languages, the Honourable Michael M Fortier, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister Responsible for the Region of Montréal, today announced funding for the Association for Canadian Studies (ACS).
Over three years, the $749,250 in funds will go to ACS projects aimed at promoting the study of Canada by young people, increasing awareness of Canadian themes and issues, and developing new knowledge and research on current trends and public policy related to learning about Canada.
"Canada's New Government is committed to helping Canadians gain a better understanding of their country, its history, stories, people, and systems of government," said Minister Verner. "Our government is proud to fund the ACS, a key partner for the advancement of Canadian studies."
"Canada's New Government actively supports the development of learning materials and activities that contribute to increasing Canadians' knowledge of their country," said Minister Fortier.
"We are pleased to renew our longstanding partnership with the Department of Canadian Heritage to advance knowledge and stimulate debate about Canada, both within Canada and abroad," said Jack Jedwab, Executive Director of the Association for Canadian Studies.
Canada's New Government has provided this funding through the Canadian Studies Program of the Department of Canadian Heritage. Canadian Heritage funds the development of learning materials and activities that contribute to increasing all Canadians' knowledge about Canada.
Information:
Richard Walker
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage,
Status of Women and Official Languages
819 994-5978
Donald Boulanger
A/Chief, Media Relations
Canadian Heritage
819 994-9101
