April 1, 2014 – Chester, Nova Scotia – Department of Canadian Heritage
Member of Parliament Gerald Keddy, (South Shore–St. Margaret’s), on behalf of Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages Shelly Glover, today announced that the Chester Theatre Council Society is benefiting from a boost of $11,021 to its fundraising efforts through the Sir Christopher Ondaatje Theatre Foundation.
The Government of Canada is providing this funding for the Sir Christopher Ondaatje Theatre Foundation to manage and invest on behalf of Chester Theatre Council Society through the Endowment Incentives component of the Canada Cultural Investment Fund, which encourages Canadians to donate to professional arts organizations.
“Performing arts play a vital role in ensuring the cultural and economic vitality of our communities. Our investment supports the Chester Theater Council’s philanthropic efforts while benefiting the residents of Chester.”
—Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages
“We are pleased to support the Chester Theatre Council in fulfilling its role of showcasing performing arts in Nova Scotia. Today’s announcement demonstrates that we are serious about supporting organizations that enrich their community’s cultural life and strengthen its economy.”
—Gerald Keddy, Member of Parliament (South Shore–St. Margaret’s)
"On behalf of the Chester Playhouse, the Ondaatje Foundation, and the community served by these organizations, I thank the Government of Canada for its support and generosity. This strategic funding and the interest it generates have allowed our Playhouse to budget its income more predictably.”
—John Cowans, Vice President of the Ondaatje Foundation
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